Senior Solutions Architect
Posted Today by Haystack
£650 Per day
Outside
Remote
United Kingdom
Summary: The Senior Solutions Architect role involves leading the technical architecture for a significant Government digital service, focusing on AWS cloud architecture and secure data practices. The position requires active SC Clearance and offers the opportunity to influence product strategy while ensuring compliance with technical governance frameworks. This role is fully remote and offers a lucrative daily rate, with potential for long-term extensions on a major government program.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the technical architecture and product direction for a high-profile Government digital service.
- Collaborate with AWS platform teams to oversee managed cloud architecture.
- Navigate complex technical governance frameworks for compliance and delivery.
- Act as a technical advisor to cross-functional teams on architecture decisions.
- Communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders for informed decision-making.
Key Skills:
- Active SC Clearance (Security Check).
- Deep expertise in AWS Cloud Architecture.
- Experience managing relationships with cloud platform teams.
- Proven track record in handling sensitive information and security protocols.
- Strong background in Government or Public Sector GDS standards.
Salary (Rate): £650 daily
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Senior Solutions Architect | £600 - £650
We're working with a respected UK consultancy delivering high-impact digital transformation within the public sector on this exciting opportunity. You will be at the forefront of a high-profile Government program, leveraging your expertise in AWS and secure data practices to drive innovation while maintaining rigorous security standards. This is a chance to shape the technical direction of a critical product in a fast-paced environment. You'll bridge the gap between complex AWS cloud architecture and stakeholder vision, ensuring that every architectural decision balances rapid delivery with long-term scalability and compliance.
The Role
- Lead the technical architecture and product direction for a high-profile Government digital service, ensuring alignment with user needs and technical feasibility.
- Collaborate with AWS platform teams to oversee managed cloud architecture, ensuring robust performance and cost-efficiency.
- Navigate complex technical governance frameworks, balancing the need for compliance with the urgency of fast-paced, iterative delivery.
- Act as a technical advisor to multiple cross-functional teams, guiding them through complex technical decisions and architecture trade-offs.
- Communicate intricate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making and clear project roadmaps.
What You'll Need
- Active SC Clearance (Security Check) is mandatory due to the nature of the Government projects and sensitive data handling.
- Deep expertise in AWS Cloud Architecture, including experience managing relationships with specialized cloud platform teams.
- Proven track record of handling sensitive, personal information and implementing high-level security protocols within a digital product environment.
- Experience influencing product strategy by identifying technical opportunities and limitations early in the lifecycle.
- Strong background in Government or Public Sector GDS standards, including working within established technical governance frameworks.
What's On Offer
- Lucrative daily rate of £600 - £650 per day, confirmed as Outside IR35.
- Full remote flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere in the UK.
- High probability of long-term extensions on a major, multi-year government program.
- Opportunity to work on mission-critical architecture that impacts citizens nationwide.
- Apply via Haystack today!