Solutions Architect

The OpportunityLynx Recruitment is supporting a global consultancy looking for a Solution Architect (AI & Cloud) to help design and deliver modern, cloud-first digital services that directly impact the lives of UK residents. This role is ideal for an experienced cloud architect ready to expand into AI-led architecture, with a stronger focus on data, automation, and intelligent systems. You’ll play a key role in shaping scalable, secure, and user-centred solutions while championing the adoption of AI where it delivers real value. Working within multidisciplinary teams and government-aligned delivery environments, you’ll balance innovation with governance, resilience, and long-term sustainability. What You’ll Be Doing • Design end-to-end cloud-native architectures across applications, data, integration, and platforms • Apply cloud-first and user-centred design principles to build scalable and secure services • Translate business needs into clear technical designs and architectural decisions • Shape data platforms, integrations, and automation capabilities • Support integration of AI-enabled solutions (e.g. automation, analytics, LLM-based services) • Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and delivery teams to ensure solutions are delivery-ready • Define and assure non-functional requirements (performance, security, resilience, scalability) • Provide architectural oversight across delivery and live service environments What We’re Looking For • Proven experience as a Solution Architect delivering cloud-based services (AWS, Azure, or similar) • Strong understanding of modern architecture patterns (APIs, integrations, data platforms) • Experience in public sector or regulated environments • Interest or early experience in AI / automation integration • Ability to balance innovation with compliance and delivery pragmatism • Strong stakeholder communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences • Familiarity with frameworks such as TOGAF (applied practically) • A growth mindset, with interest in AI-enabled and data-driven architecture