Solutions Architect
Manager - Solution Architect
Salary - Up to £80,000
Hybrid | Bristol
We're working with a growing consultancy that partners with organisations on complex technology and digital transformation challenges. They're expanding their architecture capability and are looking for a Managing Solution Architect to join the team.
This is a hands-on technical role with real client-facing responsibility. You'll work across a range of engagements, designing and governing solutions, mentoring junior colleagues, and contributing to a practice that takes quality seriously. If you want variety, ownership and the chance to do interesting architecture work, this is worth a look.
Responsibilities as a Senior Consultant Solution Architect:
• Design and implement technical architectures that meet complex business needs, ensuring interoperability and adherence to recognised frameworks
• Define data models, schemas, and API integrations for real-time and batch processing
• Provide technical direction on design patterns, best practices and technology choices
• Work closely with stakeholders at all levels to translate business requirements into practical technical solutions
• Ensure solutions meet governance, security, data protection, and accessibility standards
• Design and oversee integration between systems and platforms, with a focus on compatibility and security
• Identify technical risks and design appropriate mitigation strategies
• Produce clear architecture documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge across the practice
• Contribute to business development and support the growth of the digital capability
Requirements:
• TOGAF certification with solid applied experience across architecture domains
• Proven experience designing and delivering digital solutions aligned to TOGAF's Architecture Development Method
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Strong understanding of secure system design, including encryption, authentication, and risk management
• Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Good understanding of governance frameworks and compliance standards
• Desirable: GDS or public sector experience, ITIL or COBIT certifications, cloud architecture certifications, microservices design experience
Why apply?
• Genuine client-facing responsibility from day one, not a back-office technical function
• Varied work across industries and engagement types, with real architectural ownership
• A collaborative team that values knowledge sharing and invests in its people
• Hybrid working from Bristol with flexibility to work remotely and on client sites
• A clear path for growth within an expanding practice
If you're a Solution Architect looking for a role with real scope and variety, we'd like to hear from you. Apply directly or get in touch to find out more.
Due to the high volume of applications, not all applicants will receive feedback.