Solution Architect

Application Details

Location: Based at client locations, working remotely, or based in Godalming or Milton Keynes offices. Start Date ASAP. Reference PR/89. Posted 17 October '25. Enquiries

About Us

Triad Group Plc is an award winning digital, data, and solutions consultancy with over 35 years of experience primarily serving the UK public sector and central government. We deliver high quality solutions that make a real difference to users, citizens and consumers. At Triad, collaboration thrives, knowledge is shared, and every voice matters. Our close knit, supportive culture ensures you're valued from day one. Whether working with cutting edge tech or shaping strategy for national scale projects, you'll be trusted, challenged, and empowered to grow.

• Glassdoor score of 4.7
• 97% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend

Role Summary

Triad is seeking a Solution Architect with strong experience across .NET (C#) and Java technologies. You will design and deliver high quality, scalable, and secure digital solutions for our clients, collaborating closely with stakeholders, development teams, and technical leads to shape architectures that align with client objectives and cloud native best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Design - Define the technical architecture, predominantly utilising cloud native services on AWS or Azure combined with bespoke .NET or Java services, or low code (PowerPlatform) depending on the client environment.
• Technical Leadership - Provide technical direction to development teams, guiding architectural decisions, integration approaches, and solution delivery.
• Stakeholder Collaboration - Engage with clients, business analysts, and delivery leads to translate business and user needs into robust technical solutions.
• Cloud & Integration - Design and oversee the implementation of cloud native and hybrid solutions, including APIs, microservices, and event driven architectures.
• Governance & Standards - Champion architectural best practices, coding standards, and design governance across multiple projects.
• Quality Assurance - Support solution reviews, code assessments, and performance testing to ensure architectural integrity and compliance with non functional requirements.
• Continuous Improvement - Contribute to Triad's architecture community of practice, sharing knowledge, tools, and lessons learned to drive ongoing technical excellence.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect, Technical Architect, or Senior Developer/Tech Lead across .NET (C#) and Java platforms.
• Strong understanding of software design principles, object oriented programming, and distributed systems.
• Hands on experience with cloud technologies such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Proficiency in integration design, including RESTful APIs, microservices, and message based systems.
• Experience designing and implementing secure, scalable enterprise applications.
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and modern deployment practices.
• Experience working with the UK Public Sector and understanding of GDS Service Standards - desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.

Qualifications & Certifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field - desirable.
• Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or similar cloud certification - desirable.
• Minimum of SC clearance - you must be willing and eligible to achieve it.

Triad's Commitment to You

• Continuous Training & Development: Access to top rated Udemy Business courses.
• Work Environment: Collaborative, creative, and free from discrimination.
• Benefits:
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Matched pension contributions (5%).
• Private healthcare with Bupa.
• Gym membership support or Lakeshore Fitness access.
• Perkbox membership.

Our Selection Process

• Online Technical Test
• First stage interview with our Tech Team
• Second stage interview with the management team
• We aim to complete interviews and progress candidates to the offer stage within 2 3 weeks of the initial conversation.

Other information

If this role is of interest to you or you would like further information, please submit your application now!

Equal Opportunities

Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. We are proud that our recruitment process has been recognised as inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. We are a signatory on the Tech Talent Charter that aims to bring industries and organisations together to drive greater inclusion and diversity in technology roles, in addition, as a Disability Confident Leader.