Enterprise​/Solution Architect

Enterprise / Solution Architect (Interim)

Location:

Hybrid | Type:
Contract in London or Sheffield

We are looking for an experienced Interim Enterprise/Solution Architect to step in, provide strategic leadership, and keep delivery moving for a leading organization in the financial/development space.

In this role, you'll work closely with product, delivery, and data leaders to help turn strategic priorities into practical business and technology outcomes. A key part of your focus will involve designing target state architecture and working hands-on with relational database design and data modeling.

• Define the Future:
  Shape and design target state architecture, capabilities, and roadmaps aligned with business goals.
• Hands-on Data Architecture:
  Lead relational DB schema design, data modeling, and data migration strategies.
• Maintain Continuity:
  Provide interim architectural oversight, establish clear governance guardrails, and ensure a seamless handover to the permanent Enterprise Architect.
• Bridge the Gap:
  Work across cross-functional product and discovery teams, facilitating consensus between business, technology, and data stakeholders.

• Proven Track Record:
  Deep experience in enterprise, solution, or technology architecture within agile/product environments.
• Core Technical Expertise:
  Strong background in target state architectural design and relational database schema design.
• Interim Leadership:
  Ability to hit the ground running, document key decisions, and leave behind clear, high-quality deliverables for continuity.
• Great Communicator:
  Comfortable translating complex technical options to non-technical stakeholders and guiding high-level decision-making.

• TOGAF, AWS/Azure/GCP certifications, or SAFe framework experience.