Technical Architect

This is a highly influential role, combining technical leadership, architectural design and people development. You’ll work across a diverse technology landscape, partnering with internal stakeholders, customers, development teams and external partners to create scalable, secure and future-ready solutions that drive business success., * Defining and maintaining technical architecture, roadmaps and solution designs aligned to business strategy.

• Translating business requirements into scalable, secure and maintainable technical solutions.
• Providing technical leadership and architectural governance across development teams and projects.
• Leading architectural reviews, identifying risks and recommending improvements.
• Championing modern engineering practices, cloud-native development, DevSecOps and AI-assisted development tools.
• Working with development partners to scale technical delivery capability in line with business demand.
• Evaluating and recommending emerging technologies, tools and frameworks.
• Collaborating with stakeholders, customers and suppliers to deliver effective solutions.
• Mentoring and supporting developers, helping build capability and adherence to technical standards.
• Creating proof of concepts and driving innovation to enhance existing products and develop new capabilities.

Do you have experience in TOGAF?, You’ll be a strategic thinker with a strong technical background and a passion for solving complex business challenges through technology., * Proven experience as a Technical Architect, Solutions Architect or similar senior technical leadership role.

• Strong software engineering background with experience across multiple technology stacks.
• Experience with technologies such as .NET, Salesforce, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP), APIs, microservices and modern web/mobile applications.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture and legacy system modernisation.
• Experience working within Agile, DevOps and CI/CD environments.
• Solid knowledge of security, infrastructure and application architecture principles.
• Experience promoting secure-by-design development and DevSecOps practices.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Desirable

• Experience with architectural frameworks such as TOGAF.
• Relevant certifications including AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar.
• Experience leading distributed teams and third-party development partners.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline.

Pulled from the full job description

• Employee discount
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave, If you’re passionate about modern architecture, cloud technologies, AI-enabled development and building high-performing technical teams, we’d love to hear from you. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Peppy healthcare App and generous holiday entitlement, * Competitive Salary depending on experience
• Hybrid working (3 days per week in the office)
• Generous Holiday Package: Recoup with 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, extending by one day each year of service up to a generous 31 days with the flexibility to buy and sell holiday days.
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with a generous pension plan
• Dedicated days for giving back to the community through charitable activities.
• Perks at Work: Access to a wide range of discounts including my gym discounts
• Peppy: Confidential access to expert health support across areas like fertility, menopause, pregnancy, and more.
• DIGICARE+ App: Enjoy convenient access to second opinions from doctors, personalised counselling sessions and expert nutritionist advice.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

CPM have won the Investors in People Gold award and place great importance on the training and development of our people.

Why work for us

At CPM, we are proud to foster an inclusive work environment. We believe in a workplace that celebrates the unique perspectives and skills of all individuals believing this makes us stronger and more innovative.

We work in a collaborative environment where great ideas and achievements are shared and celebrated. We believe diversity brings new thinking, which is at the heart of everything we do. We are working to set a standard for creating a culture of equity and belonging.