Job Title: Solutions Architect (Contract) Location: West Malling, Kent (Hybrid Working) Rate: £500 - £600 per day (Outside IR35) Duration: 6 months (with potential extension) Were seeking a talented Solutions Architect for an exciting contract opportunity with a dynamic organisation based in West Malling. This role offers hybrid working, allowing you to split your time between the office and working remotely. As a Solutions Architect, youll play a pivotal role in designing and implementing innovative technology solutions that align with the businesss strategic goals. Youll collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging your expertise to deliver robust, scalable, and cost-effective architecture designs. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain high-level solution architectures for projects and programs. Translate business requirements into technical specifications and design principles. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business needs and technical standards. Provide guidance on best practices, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture frameworks. Oversee the implementation of architectural solutions, working closely with delivery teams. Identify and mitigate architectural risks, ensuring scalability, security, and performance. Skills & Experience Required Were looking for someone with: Proven experience as a Solutions Architect, ideally within enterprise-level environments. Strong background in designing and implementing end-to-end solutions. Expertise in cloud technologies (e.g., Azure, AWS, or GCP). In-depth knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and microservices architecture. Familiarity with .NET, C#, and other Microsoft stack technologies. Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward-thinking organization on impactful projects. Youll benefit from: Competitive daily rate (Outside IR35). Hybrid working for a great work-life balance. The chance to shape cutting-edge technology solutions. Exposure to large-scale, transformative projects. Dont miss outapply today