Senior Technical Architect
Posted 3 days 2 hours ago by Lorien
Job Ref
BBBH95
Date Added
September 24th, 2025
Consultant
Senior Software Architect - Manchester (Hybrid)
Help shape the long-term technical direction of a high-scale, low-latency platform used by millions across the UK and US.
Role Highlights:
- 2 days/week in Manchester office
- Strategic role reporting to the CTO
- Drive simplification, scalability, and innovation across enterprise architecture
The Company:
This is a well-established, high-traffic digital business operating at national and international scale, with millions of daily users across the UK and US. The organisation runs a proprietary, real-time transactional platform that demands high availability, low latency, and robust scalability. With a strong focus on performance engineering, cloud-native architecture, and continuous delivery, the tech function is central to business success.
The company is undergoing a strategic transformation, modernising its architecture and consolidating legacy systems into a more unified, service-oriented ecosystem. It offers a collaborative environment where technical leadership is valued, and architects play a key role in shaping long-term direction, evaluating emerging technologies, and driving innovation across the stack.
Key Responsibilities:
- Translate complex business needs into scalable tech solutions
- Design and document architecture across systems and platforms
- Evaluate emerging technologies and manage vendor relationships
- Ensure performance, security, and alignment with business goals
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Technical Architect in modern environments
- Strong grasp of cloud, APIs, microservices, CI/CD, and security frameworks
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Contact: Philip Boltt at Lorien Global
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