Software Architect

Software Architect (Defence)

A fast-growing technology business delivering secure digital solutions into highly regulated environments is looking for a Software Architect to join its experienced team.

This is a key role focused on shaping scalable, secure software solutions and helping development teams deliver high-quality products in a fast-moving environment.

Role Overview:

• Location: Farnborough/Hybrid (2-3 days per week on site)
• Package: £80,000- £90,000pa, annual bonus & benefits
• Industry: Defence & Critical Security

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Work closely with Solutions Architects, Project Managers and technical teams to understand project goals and requirements
• Design and maintain software architectures across both front-end and back-end systems
• Translate business and technical needs into scalable, secure and resilient software solutions
• Support the development lifecycle through architecture reviews, design sessions, code reviews and defect management
• Produce architecture documentation and technical artefacts in line with engineering and SDLC standards
• Help define user stories and acceptance criteria alongside delivery teams
• Collaborate with infrastructure, platform, testing and site reliability teams to ensure solutions are fit for purpose
• Present architecture decisions to stakeholders and gain buy-in throughout the project lifecycle
• Contribute to technology selection discussions, comparing tools, frameworks and languages where needed

Main Skills Needed:

• Candidates must be eligible or hold active Security Clearance due to the nature of projects.
• Strong background in software architecture with at least 5 years’ commercial experience.
• Solid understanding of software design principles, algorithms and data structures
• Experience using Go, Python and Java programming languages.
• Experience designing responsive front-end applications and scalable back-end services and microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of security best practices and secure-by-design principles
• Experience with architecture modelling tools such as PlantUML, C4 or similar
• Comfortable producing technical documentation using Markdown or similar tools
• Familiarity with Agile delivery environments and DevSecOps practices
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
• Confident working in changing environments with evolving requirements
• Experience with Kubernetes would be beneficial
• Previous exposure to Defence or National Security environments would be advantageous

What’s in It for You:

• Hybrid working model with flexibility built around delivery
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Pension scheme and discretionary bonus
• Access to professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
• Cycle to Work scheme and employee discounts platform
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced technical leaders on meaningful, high-impact projects
• Join a collaborative, supportive environment with ambitious growth plans

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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