Senior Software Architect - AI Development

• Own architectural direction and design decisions for a complex cloud platform
• Guide the development of secure, scalable and maintainable software
• Apply AI tools across design, development and testing, critically reviewing their outputs
• Work closely with engineering and product teams, sharing knowledge and setting technical direction

Technologies:

• AI
• Architect
• C#
• Cloud
• Security
• ASP.NET

• Experienced Software Architect with a strong software engineering background
• Experience designing cloud applications
• Practical day-to-day use of AI tools, with the ability to assess where they add value and where human judgement is essential
• C# and .NET experience is useful, but we are open to architects with transferable experience
• Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance
• Senior or Lead Architect level, depending on experience

We are recruiting Senior and Lead Software Architects for an established technology business transforming its software platform through AI-led design and development. This hands-on individual contributor role offers the opportunity to shape how AI is used throughout software delivery, from initial design through implementation, testing and validation. The package is £90,000-£110,000 depending on experience, plus an 8-10% bonus, pension and medical insurance. We offer hybrid working, with two office days each week in Southampton, near Eastleigh, Fareham and Whiteley. The two-stage interview process includes a practical session using AI tools. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.