Software Architecture Specialist
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Position Overview & Specifications
Introduction
The client is a world-class engineering consultancy operating in the Defence, Government & National Security sectors. The client is looking for a Software Architect to develop architectures that meet client requirements for the software that will be delivered into them.
You will have worked in an agile environment and will mentor engineering teams across the business.
40% On-site / 60% Remote working patterns.
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Key responsibilities
- Research and develop software solutions for clients.
- Develop the architecture that various software projects will be delivered into.
- Lead and mentor engineering teams.
- Deliver products through the TRL framework.
- Capture detailed requirements from clients and transcribe them to the engineering teams.
- Experience with multiple software languages such as Python, Java, C, C++, Javascript and C#.
Skills & experience
- Gathering detailed technical requirements from clients.
- Develop software architecture to meet client requirements.
- Experience mentoring engineering teams.
- Excellent stakeholder management.
- Experience developing with either Python, Java, C, C++ or similar software.
Additional benefits
- Flexi Leave and Flexi Time Scheme
- Annual Holiday
- Flexible Benefits
- Sickness Benefit
- Business Performance Related Bonus
- Share Save Plan
- Pension scheme
Our client is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion. Their working environment is friendly, innovative and inclusive. They can accommodate flexible working arrangements and support a diverse workforce and those with additional needs.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Information Technology Support Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Software Architecture Specialist roles across Datasource's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Information Technology Support Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £60,000 - £73,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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