Solutions Architect (Gov)

Remote first / 6+ months / Inside / £550-£600 / SC Eligible

SR2 is recruiting for an experienced Solutions Architect to support the design and assurance of technical solutions within a central government, GDS-aligned environment.

This role is suited to someone with strong technical understanding who is comfortable operating in a hands-off capacity, focusing on architecture design, governance, standards, and documentation rather than day-to-day delivery.

The role:

• Design and shape technical solutions aligned to business and user needs
• Provide architectural oversight and assurance across projects
• Ensure solutions comply with governance, security, and architectural standards
• Produce and maintain high-quality architectural documentation
• Work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Operate in line with GDS principles and central government best practice

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of technical architecture and cloud-based systems
• Proven experience working with AWS
• Experience in central government and/or GDS environments
• Comfortable working in a more hands-off, strategic and solution driven role
• Strong governance mindset with excellent documentation skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to a range of stakeholders
• You must be eligible and happy to go through Security Check (SC) clearance

Overview:

• Remote first (adhoc travel to London for key meetings)
• Inside IR35
• £600 a day
• Start date: Feb-March 2026
• 6 month initial contract
• Extensions likely
• Eligible for SC clearance

Please apply with a copy of your CV and Emma from SR2 will contact potential candidates regarding next steps.