Platform Architect - Remote

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Architect to work for our client within the public sector. This is initially a 6 month contract with the potential to extend and will be a mostly remote role with occasional travel into London or Manchester

We are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect with a strong background in application development, cloud-native architecture, and modern distributed systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and delivering scalable, secure, and resilient solutions within a complex enterprise environment.

This role is ideal for an architect who combines deep technical expertise with excellent stakeholder engagement skills and can effectively collaborate with both technical and non-technical audiences. Active Security Clearance (SC) required or eligibility to obtain and maintain SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect modern cloud-based solutions using AWS services and technologies.
• Lead the architectural design of complex application development initiatives.
• Define and promote best practices for microservices architecture, API design, and cloud-native development.
• Work closely with development teams to ensure successful implementation of architectural standards and patterns.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the full software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and delivery teams to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and compliant.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and technical governance activities.
• Support ongoing modernisation and digital transformation programmes.