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# Technical Architect

- **Company:** Anson McCade
- **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £66,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Network Security, Software Engineering, Performance Testing
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/technical-architect/anson-mccade-job107902373

## About the Role

* Strong experience working in a Technical Architecture role.
 * Ability to distinguish between functional and non-functional requirements.
 * Strong knowledge of design patterns and architectural principles.
 * Experience translating requirements into actionable technical designs.
 * Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
 * Experience in at least one of the following:
 + DevOps environments
 + Enterprise software development
 + Functional and non-functional testing
 + Technical leadership / SME responsibilities
 + Presenting solutions to governance boards or senior/C-suite stakeholders

Desirable

 * Experience assessing new technologies and approaches for project applicability.
 * Experience conducting solution and architecture reviews.
 * Experience mentoring and developing junior technical professionals.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the work, you'll need to be willing to undergo a Security Clearance process, requiring 5+ years of UK address history at the point of application.

## Description

This is a hands-on, customer-facing opportunity where you'll help shape technical architecture, influence key technology decisions and work closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
The Role

 * Define and apply technical architecture requirements for complex solutions.
 * Translate business and technical requirements into clear design documentation.
 * Make informed decisions around technology, infrastructure, networks and security.
 * Apply established design patterns and architectural principles.
 * Work hands-on with relevant technology stacks across projects.
 * Collaborate with customers, technical teams and senior stakeholders.
 * Contribute to solution reviews and technical governance.
 * Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to wider teams., If you're a Technical Architect looking for a role where you can combine hands-on technical expertise with architecture, leadership and client engagement, we'd love to hear from you.


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