Are you an experienced Technical Architect with a passion for designing secure, scalable, and innovative enterprise solutions? We're working with a high-profile public sector programme (client confidential) seeking a hands-on architect to shape and lead technical delivery across multiple complex projects.

The hiring manager is keen to see candidates who have extensive hands-on application experience, development and software skills, particularly in open source, .NET, and Postgres.

You must have active SC clearance on application.

Contract Length: 12 months initially - the programme will last 2-3 years, strong possibility of extension

About the Role
What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead solution and application architecture, working closely with the Chief Technical Architect.
• Take ownership of design and implementation, from architecture through to delivery.
• Act as the primary technical lead across programmes, balancing multiple stakeholder needs.
• Create architecture documentation, technical roadmaps, and support accreditation processes (IL5).
• Engage in hands-on development and support engineering teams using .NET Core, Blazor, MSSQL, AWS/Azure, and more.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience designing resilient enterprise environments (Windows/Linux, AD, VDI, Cisco, AWS, AzureAD).
• Strong software development expertise in .NET stack (.NET Core, ASP.NET, MVC), SQL, and NoSQL.
• Solid understanding of architectural frameworks (TOGAF), security classifications, and ITIL/Agile principles.
• Experience working with accreditors on secure systems (IL5).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications:

• TOGAF and/or ITIL certification
• Experience with AWS Landing Zones or PALZ
• UK Driving Licence (some travel to additional sites may be required)