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Solutions Architect

Oscar Technology
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£65,000 – £80,000 pa

Salary

£65,000 – £80,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Security Clearance
Required
Posted
14 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Benefits

25 Days AL + BH Private Health Dental
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Solutions Architect - £80K - Hybrid

We're working with a specialist technology organisation who are looking to appoint a Solutions Architect to design and deliver secure, high-impact collaboration solutions.

This is a key role working at the intersection of technology, security, and client engagement - ideal for someone who enjoys shaping complex solutions in highly regulated environments.

What you'll be doing:
  • Engaging with clients to understand business requirements, technical challenges, and security constraints.
  • Designing end-to-end solutions tailored to defence and secure collaboration environments.
  • Leading technical workshops, presentations, and solution demonstrations to stakeholders.
  • Acting as a trusted advisor on technology trends, security best practices, and emerging threats.
  • Producing architecture designs, technical documentation, and implementation plans.
  • Supporting bids, RFIs and RFPs with detailed technical proposals.
  • Evaluating and selecting technologies based on security, scalability, and interoperability.
  • Working closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure successful implementation.
  • Providing technical oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Driving continuous improvement, innovation, and contributing to internal best practices.
  • Mentoring and supporting junior team members where required.
What they're looking for:
  • Proven experience as a Solutions Architect
  • Strong understanding of secure collaboration technologies (e.g., secure messaging, file sharing, video conferencing).
  • Deep knowledge of security principles, encryption, and compliance frameworks (e.g., UK OFFICIAL / SECRET, NATO).
  • Experience designing complex, end-to-end technical solutions.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Experience working across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP), networking, and cyber security.
  • Ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
What they're looking for:
  • £70-80k DoE
  • Hybrid Working (2/3 days on-site)
  • 25 Days AL + BH
  • Private Health, Dental

Solutions Architect - £80K - Hybrid

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