Solution Architect at Ceox, Guildford/Remote, £Contract Rate Outside IR35

Job Description – Solution Architect

Contract | Remote | UK Public Sector Project

OVERViEW

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to support the delivery of a UK Public Sector project.

The role will focus on assessing existing systems, defining target architecture, and recommending scalable technology solutions across a mixed technology estate, including Power Platform, Dynamics 365, legacy, and bespoke systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current systems and define solution recommendations
• Design end-to-end solution architecture aligned to business and technical requirements
• Produce HLDs, architecture options, and technical recommendations
• Evaluate build vs buy vs extend approaches
• Ensure alignment to security, scalability, and performance standards
• Work closely with business stakeholders, SMEs, and delivery teams
• Provide architecture governance and support across delivery

Mandatory Requirements

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect on complex programmes
• Strong experience across enterprise, legacy, and cloud-based environments
• Knowledge of Power Platform and Dynamics 365
• Experience with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience producing architecture documentation and solution designs

Desirable

• Financial systems or lending platform experience
• UK Public Sector experience
• Agile delivery environment experience

Soft Skills

• Pragmatic and outcome-focused
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in evolving environments
• Collaborative and confident communicator

Contract Details

Contract Type: Freelance / Contract - Outside IR35

Location: Remote

Sector: UK Public Sector

Start Date: ASAP

Clearance: BPSS / Eligibility to work with UK Government departments