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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Architect - **Company:** Esri - **Location:** Aylesbury, UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £65,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, ArcGIS (Software), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Databases, Disaster Recovery, Python (Programming Language), Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Esri GIS (Software), Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Restful APIs, Serverless Computing - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2dde9fa8d3130412 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Software deployment?, * Have a track-record of successfully engaging with customers with significant, hands-on experience in the design, configuration, and deployment of ArcGIS Enterprise systems. * Have a deep knowledge of databases, web, applications, integration, software engineering, networks, cloud infrastructure such as AWS or Azure, disaster recovery and high availability systems * Understand cybersecurity principles and practices, with a good knowledge of firewalls, zero-trust, SAML * Are familiar with automation, Notebooks and Serverless Compute * Can talk comfortably with developers working with a range of different languages such as Python and JavaScript * Are comfortable with REST APIs * Have experience of ITIL service management and understanding of managing and operating Enterprise systems. * Can build great relationships and engage effectively with key stakeholders * Are strong problem solvers, able to think pragmatically and work around challenges Flexible working - we all work flexibly. You can be home or office based (Edinburgh, Aylesbury or Cambridge), or a mixture of both. We work virtual-first with most of our customers, however some travel to customer sites and Esri UK offices will be required. ## Description We are looking for a Technical Architect / ArcGIS Enterprise Subject Matter Expert to join our Operational Services team. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of ArcGIS Enterprise delivery within Esri UK, working across critical sectors and complex environments, while developing your architectural career within a supportive and forward-thinking team. Operational Services provides a range of services focused on our mission: helping customers succeed by ensuring their systems remain secure, resilient, and healthy. Initially, you will be responsible for the technical delivery of Enterprise Services, our centre of excellence for ArcGIS Enterprise. This will include mentoring and developing our consultants whilst developing and upholding technical standards and best practices. You will lead on defining reference architectures and patterns, driving observability and proactive service health. In parallel you will play a key role in transforming how we deliver future ArcGIS Enterprise installs, upgrades, and migrations, driving consistency, quality, and scalability across our services. You will work across a diverse range of environments, including enhanced security environments, public cloud platforms, and Esri UK Managed Services, and support customers across all sectors such as Defence, Public Safety, Government, Commercial, Transport, AEC, and Critical National Infrastructure. We welcome applications from experienced ArcGIS Enterprise Subject Matter Experts who are ready to take the next step into an Architect role, as well as established Architects with strong ArcGIS Enterprise expertise. We are also happy to consider full and part time applications. Due to the nature of some Managed Services (including Defence), you must: * Be a UK national * Have lived in the UK for the past 10 years * Be eligible for, and willing to undergo, high-level security clearance Your key responsibilities as a Technical Architect will be to: Technical Design & Delivery - Design scalable, secure, and commercially viable ArcGIS Enterprise solutions Technical Leadership - Mentor and support consultants, fostering a culture of learning and problem solving Architecture Ownership - Lead architecture across the full lifecycle (design * build * operate * optimise) Service Innovation - Drive improvements in how we build, upgrade, migrate, and operate systems Opportunity Development - Identify and shape new service offerings needed to help our customers keep ArcGIS Enterprise healthy ## Related Videos - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Rest API Antipatterns](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100208-rest-api-antipatterns) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) ## Related Articles - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)