Lead Solutions Architect

Lead Solutions Architect

Contract: 6 months+ (Outside IR35)
Location: London (3 days on-site)
Day rate: 700- 800 per day

We're partnered with an established technology consultancy that delivers secure, high-performing IT operations and cloud transformation solutions for a portfolio of international clients across sectors including shipping, real estate, energy, and finance.

They're looking for a Lead Solutions Architect - a hands-on technical leader with a strong Managed Services background, capable of defining architecture across hybrid cloud environments while guiding a team of engineers and consultants through complex, multi-client projects.

You'll shape the technology roadmap, lead cloud and infrastructure design, and provide senior-level technical direction across Azure, AWS, networking, and automation - while maintaining service excellence and innovation for clients who depend on secure, always-on systems.

• Lead the design, architecture, and delivery of enterprise-grade solutions across Azure and AWS environments

• Oversee multi-tenant infrastructure for Managed Services clients (Windows, Linux, networking, security, backup, DR)

• Act as the senior escalation point for complex technical issues and architectural decisions

• Collaborate with client stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable, secure technical solutions

• Drive automation and efficiency through tools like Terraform, PowerShell, Bash, and Ansible

• Work closely with Service Delivery and Security teams to ensure solutions meet ITIL, ISO27001, and GDPR standards

• Mentor and lead a team of engineers and consultants, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture

• Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to continuous improvement across operations

• Proven background within a Managed Services Provider or IT consultancy (multi-client environment)

• Deep hands-on experience in Azure and AWS architecture, deployment, and optimisation

• Strong understanding of infrastructure management - Windows Server, Linux, networking, endpoint management (Intune), and DR/backup

• Knowledge of automation and Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, PowerShell, Bash, Ansible)

• Experience working with ITIL-aligned service delivery models

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect, ITIL Foundation)

• Outside IR35 engagement

• Opportunity to lead large-scale architecture and transformation projects

• Collaborative, forward-thinking environment with a global client base

• Autonomy to influence technical direction and innovation strategy