Solution Architect

Job Description We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. We challenge where it matters and own the outcome. We combine strategic thinking, customer‐centric service design, and agile engineering practices to accelerate innovation in a tech‐driven world. - Join our Digital & Data team working alongside product, design and a wide range of other experts and cross‐disciplinary teams to bring ideas to life through innovative software solutions. - Grow a flexible and unique career within a trust‐based, inclusive environment that values excellence, innovation, and curiosity. You have the option to progress with us on a technical career track. No need to go onto the Partner career track if this doesn't align with what you want to do. - Hybrid working – our approach is to be in the office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. - Work on a broad variety of projects and tech stacks for clients across seven sectors – no project is ever the same. - Join other experts within our supportive and collaborative tech community through knowledge‐sharing and peer‐level support, coaching and mentoring. - Deepen your expertise through our culture of learning and growth – you'll have budget to take courses (technical and non‐technical training) and gain certifications. While we advocate for using the right tech for the right task, you can expect to work with the following technologies to ensure scalable, high‐performance applications: Architecture frameworks: TOGAF, Zachmann, MODAF Agile methodologies: SAFe, Scrum, Kanban What you can expect - Work to agile best practices and cross‐functionally with multiple teams and stakeholders. You'll be using your technical skills to problem‐solve with our clients, as well as working on internal projects. - Live in‐person whiteboarding sessions to problem‐solve as a team, alongside asynchronous communication on Teams. - Hybrid working with the team on client site or in our office a minimum of two days per week. The actual time you spend and where you spend it will vary by role or assignment, including up to 5 days per week on a client site. Hands‐on Software Engineering background with experience leading engineering teams to deliver applications and services. Clear understanding and practical application of architecture and delivery methodologies. Operate confidently across all architectural domains with a specialism in at least one: Business, Data, Application, Technology, and Security. Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development. You thrive in problem‐solving and analytical thinking. You enjoy collaborating with multiple stakeholders in a fast‐paced environment. Certifications in appropriate methodologies and cloud technologies are advantageous. We're technology agnostic, using the right tools for the job at hand, and you'll have access to our strong partnerships with AWS, Azure and GCP. We're interested to hear from Solution Architects with experience across the majority of leading vendors including Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Oracle, IBM, Salesforce and more. Please be aware that some of our UK roles at PA Consulting require a UK security clearance. All PA people are required to undergo background checks and to achieve the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Some UK roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, where applicants must have at least 5 years of continuous residency in the UK. We therefore ask that you only apply if you meet the residency requirements (i.e. you are a British citizen or have been resident in the UK for the past 5 years), as this is the prerequisite for a security clearance. If you're unsure about your eligibility, we encourage you to review the UK Government's guidance on security vetting before applying. Benefits - Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family. - 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half‐day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional days. - Generous company pension scheme. - Opportunity to get involved with community and charity‐based initiatives. - Annual performance‐based bonus. - PA share ownership. - Tax‐efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn). EEO Statement We're committed to advancing equality