Software Architect

Technical Architect Location: Bristol Pay: Up to£93p/h (Outside IR35) Please note that, due to the nature of the work, you must already hold a high level of UK security clearance - SC. Overview: We are seeking an experienced Technical / Software Architect to design and deliver secure, scalable and resilient software solutions. You will contribute to architectural decisions, support product roadmaps, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions across complex environments. Responsibilities: Design and maintain secure, scalable software architectures aligned with customer requirements. Define architectural solutions that follow enterprise principles and secure-by-design standards. Support product roadmaps, technology innovation and capability development. Contribute to bids, proposals and solution strategies. Collaborate with engineering teams throughout the software development lifecycle. Promote best practice in software design, automation and continuous delivery. Essential Skills and Experience Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience in software architecture and engineering across the product lifecycle. Experience designing software systems in complex environments, including cloud-native, embedded or distributed systems. Strong understanding of software design patterns and secure-by-design principles. Experience working within Agile or SAFe delivery environments. Knowledge of software lifecycle management, CI/CD and DevSecOps practices. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). Strong communication skills, including explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Desirable Experience Knowledge of service design, digital modernisation and operational transformation. Relevant certifications in AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes or Docker. Experience with microservices, cloud-native architecture and automation. Involvement in technology roadmaps or capability development. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.