Senior Solutions Architect

Trident Search are partnered with a rapidly growing, value-driven team of specialists. Focused on working with government clients in Cyber Security, National Security, Law Enforcement, and Telecommunications.

We are currently looking for a talented and motivated Solution Architect to join the team and help develop innovative solutions to address unique challenges. As a Solution Architect, you will collaborate closely with public sector clients and project teams to design, develop, and implement solutions tailored to specialised requirements. 

What’s in it for you? 
You will be joining a dynamic and agile organisation with the opportunity to drive and shape its future. You’ll be fairly rewarded for your contributions, work in an environment where your voice is valued, and be part of a team that fosters innovation and creativity. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop project scopes and objectives with relevant stakeholders, ensuring technical feasibility 
• Facilitate workshops and meetings such as risk analysis, technical design workshops, and requirements elicitation 
• Design and plan the entire lifecycle approach for complex projects and programmes 
• Train and advise clients on Solutions Architecture best practices 
• Coordinate internal technical resources and third parties/vendors for effective project delivery, ensuring delivery assurance and integration within scope and budget 
• Deliver and manage high-quality Solution Architecture documentation 
• Prepare and present presentations and reports to senior management 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders 
• Analyse, manage, and mitigate risks to reduce project impact 
• Build and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
• Review comprehensive project documentation 
• Provide expert input to bids and proposals, helping to grow the business 
• Offer technical leadership and guidance, sharing knowledge and experience 

Skills/Knowledge:

• Degree level education or significant relevant experience 
• Experience as an engineer within IT, infrastructure, networking, systems, or a related field 
• Ability to manage complexity and deliver high-quality work 
• Experience in consultancy, systems integration, or public sector organisations delivering complex products and services 
• Experience in delivering projects to defence, public sector, national security, or law enforcement organisations is desirable 
• Good understanding of common tools, standards, and methodologies for delivering systems and solutions, including modern deployment models (e.g., CI/CD, agile development) 
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills 
• Outstanding organisational skills, attention to detail, and multi-tasking ability 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

Location:
Hybrid, with 2-3 days working from the office or on client site as required