Application architect, Manufacturing ​/ Production, Systems Engineer

Application Architect

Onsite in Bracknell

Eligible for DV clearance

£65-70K per annum + benefits package

We are recruiting an Application Architect to support the ongoing evolution of a Gateway solution for a strategic UK defence customer. Working alongside senior solution leaders, you'll contribute to secure design, controlled change, and operational resilience within a mission‑critical environment. This is a development opportunity for an aspiring architect looking to build design authority and architectural experience in a high‑assurance setting.

You will:

• Contribute to infrastructure and Gateway design changes to maintain availability and performance
• Produce structured design documentation alongside the customer and Programme Manager
• Support architectural governance and ensure alignment to solution intent
• Provide technical oversight during incident troubleshooting with SOC and 3rd Line teams
• Assist in maintaining secure, resilient and scalable infrastructure components

You should have a design and development background with exposure to secure or Gateway-based environments, including:

• Core Infrastructure
  • VMware / vSphere
  • RHEL & Windows Server
  • Trellix
  • SIEM
  • Microsoft Services
  • Active Directory
  • DNS
  • RDS
  • Networking
• Storage & Data
  • Net App SAN
  • NAS
  • Backup solutions
• Security & Web
  • Gateway appliances and associated software
  • PKI management applications
  • Web applications and protocols

• Self-motivated and comfortable operating with guidance from senior architects
• Able to produce clear, structured design documentation
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across engineering and operational teams
• Willing to travel weekly within the South / Southwest region

If you are interested in discussing this Application Architect role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV