Technical Architect

Technical Architect . This role sits within a secure, high-impact environment where infrastructure reliability, security and clarity of design are critical.

This opportunity will suit someone who is comfortable taking ownership of complex infrastructure design, working closely with delivery teams, and providing clear technical direction in a regulated setting.

The role

You will lead the design and assurance of infrastructure solutions across virtualisation, networking and identity platforms. The focus is on delivering systems that are secure, resilient and fit for long-term operation.You will work alongside engineers, operations teams and stakeholders to translate requirements into practical, well-governed solutions.

What you'll be doingLeading end-to-end infrastructure design, from high-level concepts through to detailed implementationDefining and maintaining architecture standards, patterns, and best practicesDesigning solutions based on VMware Cloud Foundation, covering compute, storage, and lifecycle managementProviding deep technical input into NSX-T, including network virtualisation and micro-segmentationDesigning secure network architectures across data centre and hybrid environmentsOverseeing identity and access solutions, including Active Directory and ADFSSupporting both Windows and Linux platform design and integrationProducing clear, structured documentation (HLDs, LLDs, and supporting materials)Acting as a technical authority during delivery, helping resolve complex issuesWorking with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet operational, security and compliance requirementsWhat we're looking for

Essential experienceProven experience as a Technical Architect or Senior Infrastructure ArchitectStrong background in:VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)NSX-T Data CentreEnterprise networking (routing, switching, firewalls)Identity and Access Management (Active Directory, ADFS)Windows Server and Linux environmentsExperience producing high-quality architecture documentation (HLDs and LLDs)Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiencesA pragmatic, delivery-focused approach with strong attention to detailDesirable experienceHybrid or multi-cloud environmentsAutomation and infrastructure as codeSecurity architecture, including zero trust principlesExperience working in large or highly regulated organisationsSecurity requirements

Due to the nature of the work, strict security criteria apply:Active HLC (Highest Level Clearance) is essential and must be transferableClearance must be within validity limits and recently used in a government or similarly secure environmentSole British nationality is required