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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Technical Architect - **Company:** TPXImpact Holdings PLC - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £70,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Dataspaces, Microsoft Visio, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Lucidchart, UML, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Archimate - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5849539734 ## About the Role * Strong experience designing architectures for complex solutions ensuring consistency with agreed requirements and standards * Knowledge of enterprise systems, APIs/integration, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and data ecosystems * Experience developing and reviewing architecture artefacts * Experience of architecture modelling (C4, ArchiMate, UML), and tools such as Visio, Lucidchart or Draw.io * Proven ability to work with stakeholders at multiple levels across organisations * Experience of communicating technical concepts and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences * Experience of leading architectural governance and assurance * Experience working with agile product delivery teams in complex organisational settings * Experience throughout the product life cycle * Experience delivering projects in a consultancy environment * Experience of user research in the context of technology and product development * Committed to personal and professional development, staying abreast of industry trends * A technology and platform agnostic perspective * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Experience working with public sector architecture standards and platforms (e.g. gov.uk PaaS, NHS Spine) (Desirable) ## Description * Lead project workstreams or small/medium client engagements in technology engagements * Collaborate with client teams to align technical solutions with organisational strategies and user needs * Define and communicate end-to-end solution architectures for programmes and services, translating business and user needs into scalable, ethical, and maintainable technical designs * Conduct thorough technical assessments and provide actionable recommendations for decision-makers * Explain the potential impact, costs, benefits, and risks of recommendations * Support client architecture governance, ensuring alignment with enterprise, data, and security standards * Contribute to delivery planning to support agile product development * Facilitate architecture decision-making with clients, balancing strategic and tactical needs * Produce high-quality artefacts roadmaps, diagrams, architecture models, and written briefs * Create artefacts such as technology roadmaps, options appraisals, and architecture diagrams * Communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across design, data, and delivery * Input into bids and proposals with a focus on technology content * Maintain a strong understanding of emerging trends and technologies * Mentor or line manage more junior consultants and contribute to internal learning * Provide thought leadership and contribute to business development and marketing activities * Contribute to the continual development of our technology and data practice * Develop and maintain strong client relationships, building trust with senior stakeholders Technologies: * AWS * ArchiMate * Azure * Cloud * GCP * Support * Marketing * PaaS * Security * UML * Architect ## Related Videos - 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