2014 IT & Software Developer jobs in the UK
Requirements
Must:
- Proven experience in a Managed Services Provider or IT consultancy, supporting complex, multi-client environments.
- Strong hands-on understanding of cloud technologies, specifically Azure and/or AWS (architecture, migration, optimization).
- Familiarity with infrastructure components including Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, Intune, Microsoft 365, and Linux.
- Proficiency in networking and security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, routing, and endpoint management.
- Experience with enterprise backup solutions (e.g. Veeam, Datto) and disaster recovery planning.
- Knowledge of automation and monitoring tools, including Terraform, PowerShell, Ansible, and observability tools like Azure Monitor and CloudWatch.
- Demonstrated experience in managing budgets, vendor relationships, and leading high-performing technical teams.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at both technical and executive levels.
- Strong knowledge of ITIL-aligned service delivery, governance, and risk management frameworks.
- Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Solutions Architect, or ITIL Foundation are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the technology strategy and roadmap while aligning architecture with business and client objectives.
- Lead, coach, and mentor a team of engineers and consultants, fostering collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
- Provide hands-on architectural oversight across cloud, infrastructure, and security solutions (Azure, AWS, hybrid).
- Manage departmental budgets, resource planning, and partner contracts to ensure commercial efficiency.
- Build strong, trusted relationships with C-level stakeholders and clients, advising them on technology direction and investment.
- Drive operational excellence, automation, and continuous improvement within managed service delivery.
- Ensure compliance and security standards are maintained across all technology operations (ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials).
Description
We are partnering with a global technology consultancy that delivers secure, high-performing IT operations and transformation services to enterprise clients across various sectors including finance, energy, real estate, and shipping. We are seeking a Lead Solutions Architect for a hybrid role that balances hands-on technical authority with strategic and people leadership. In this position, you will be defining the technology roadmap, guiding architecture across Azure, AWS, and hybrid environments, and taking full accountability for team performance, budgets, vendor relationships, and senior stakeholder engagement. This role offers the opportunity to shape the technology direction and delivery for a growing managed services business while balancing day-to-day technical credibility with longer-term strategic influence. This contract is outside of IR35, providing autonomy and visibility in your role, and it is a unique chance to influence the technology strategy of a global managed services organization within a collaborative, forward-thinking culture focused on innovation and client success.
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The company with most openings is Hays Technology as they are hiring for 55 different Software Architect jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good Software Architects.
The company with most openings is Hays Technology as they are hiring for 55 different Software Architect jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good Software Architects.