Solutions Architect

Service Care Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job description

Solutions Architect – Digital & Data Directorate

Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting for a Solutions Architect to join a UK Police Force within the Digital & Data Directorate. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced IT professional to play a key role in designing, implementing, and managing technical solutions that support law enforcement operations.

Rate: £30.40 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the technical design and architecture authority, ensuring solutions align with organisational needs.
• Lead the design, development, and integration of applications, systems, and IT infrastructures.
• Work closely with stakeholders, product owners, and IT teams to analyse requirements and implement solutions.
• Ensure security, scalability, and efficiency across IT systems.
• Provide technical leadership, guiding teams through the solution development lifecycle.
• Support the evaluation and introduction of new technologies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and governance frameworks.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent professional experience in IT architecture or software development.
• Demonstrable experience as a Solutions Architect or similar technical role for at least 3 years.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud technologies (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS), and cybersecurity.
• Experience in systems integration, requirement analysis, and project management.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Microsoft certification and/or TOGAF (desirable).

This is a key role in shaping the future of digital solutions within policing. If you have the skills and experience required, apply now.

For more information, contact Lewis Ashcroft at [e-mail].