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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Solution Architect - **Company:** CGI Group Inc. - **Location:** UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £83,190.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Applications Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Working Model 2D, Google Cloud, Cloudformation, Togaf, SC Clearance - **Published:** September 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5873156710 ## About the Role To succeed in this role, you should have significant experience in solution and application architecture within complex transformation environments, alongside a proven ability to support and lead bid activities. You will bring strong technical expertise across cloud platforms, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to communicate and influence effectively across both business and technical audiences., * Proven experience in senior solution and application architecture roles * Strong expertise in cloud architecture and design across multiple cloud providers * Experience with technical governance, security design, risk analysis, and cost estimation * Strong understanding of agile and waterfall delivery methodologies * Proven ability to lead and contribute to technical bid responses and proposals * Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills * Ability to design scalable, secure, and business-aligned technical solutions * Experience working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams * Knowledge of cloud migration and enterprise transformation programmes * TOGAF certification or equivalent architecture qualification is desirable #LI-JW1 * AWS Cloudformation * Azure architecture * Bid Management * Business Analysis * Change Management * Govern., risk, compli.advisory * Security Architecture * Stakeholder management * Architecture AI & Data * Google Cloud Platform Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. ## Description Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Our teams operate within a flexible hybrid working model, however on-site requirements vary by project, so the ability to travel as required to meet client needs is essential. In this role, you will lead the architecture and delivery of complex application and cloud transformation solutions that help clients modernise their technology landscape and achieve strategic business outcomes. You will engage with stakeholders across business and technical teams to define architecture strategies, validate requirements, and create scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions aligned to organisational objectives. You will also play a key role in supporting CGI's continued growth by leading and contributing to technical bid responses and solution proposals. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will guide design governance activities, influence strategic decision-making, and help ensure successful delivery across both agile and traditional project environments. Key responsibilities * Lead enterprise-scale application and cloud transformation solutions * Drive architecture strategy, governance, and technical direction * Engage with clients, stakeholders, and delivery teams * Analyse business requirements, risks, and solution options * Deliver innovative technical solutions aligned to client outcomes * Lead architectural input into bids, proposals, and presentations * Optimise cost modelling, risk management, and delivery planning * Maintain alignment with security, compliance, and governance standards ## Related Videos - [The Cloud is Calling: Answer with In-Demand Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/945-the-cloud-is-calling-answer-with-in-demand-skills) - [AI PowerPlay: Building High-Impact Teams & Transformative Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1005-ai-powerplay-building-high-impact-teams-transformative-solutions) - [Cloud Run- the rise of serverless and containerization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/106-cloud-run-the-rise-of-serverless-and-containerization) - [Reference Architecture of AI in the Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1613-reference-architecture-of-ai-in-the-cloud) - [A Computer Is All You Need](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100142-a-computer-is-all-you-need) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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