Lead Solution Architect

Our client, a large public sector organisation, is seeking an experienced Lead Solution Architect to drive their digital transformation strategy and shape their technical architecture capability.

This is a senior technical leadership position reporting to the Head of Strategy, Architecture & Product. You will lead a small team of Solution Architects, oversee technical engineering resources across Agile Product Teams, and chair the Digital Design Authority (DDA).

You will define and maintain enterprise-level solution architecture across a diverse portfolio of services, supporting the adoption of Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, and cloud-native tools. The role includes deputising at senior boards, influencing investment decisions, and providing assurance of supplier-led designs.

• Lead a team of Solution Architects and provide technical assurance across multiple Agile delivery teams
• Own and evolve the strategic solution architecture framework and roadmap
• Chair the Digital Design Authority (DDA) and govern solution-level architecture decisions
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Strategic Business Partners, and delivery partners
• Drive scalable, secure and performant technical solutions aligned with business and user needs
• Assure third-party architectural designs and manage supplier engagement...