Technical Architect (Power Platforms)

We're looking for a Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, enterprise-grade solutions across automation and AI programmes. This role is architecture-first-you'll define technical strategy, shape future-state systems, and ensure alignment with business goals and standards, with automation as a key supporting capability.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead high-level technical architecture across automation and AI initiatives
• Define scalable architectures, data flows, and system integrations
• Shape and influence technical strategy aligned to business objectives
• Design robust, future-proof solutions that adapt to evolving needs
• Evaluate emerging technologies and deliver proof-of-concepts
• Support full lifecycle delivery from concept through to implementation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders
• Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and constraints
• Drive operational efficiency, automation, and reduction of technical debt
• Support M&A activity through technical due diligence and integration

• Proven experience as a Technical Architect across diverse technology domains
• Strong knowledge of frameworks such as TOGAF, Archimate, ITIL, Prince2
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills
• Experience in matrixed, fast-paced delivery environments
• Strong organisational and project leadership capability
• Hands-on exposure to automation platforms (e.g. Power Platform, UiPath, Blue Prism, Automation Anywhere)
• Understanding of AI technologies, including LLMs, Copilots, and Microsoft AI ecosystem
• Experience with data platforms (e.g. Microsoft Fabric, Databricks)
• Broad enterprise technology background (e.g. ServiceNow, CRM, ERP, cloud, infrastructure)
• Solid knowledge of Azure and cyber security frameworks (SIEM, XDR, NIST, ISO27001)