Solutions ArchitectInitial 11-Month ContractHybrid Working in Manchester 450 - 550, Inside IR35 We''re working with a Global IT Services Provider who are looking for a Solution Architect to support the design and delivery of enterprise-scale systems, aligned to business and technology strategy.Key Responsibilities:Design end-to-end solutions aligned to strategy and standards.Produce clear solution architecture documentation and views.Support delivery teams and collaborate with engineering.Design microservices and event-driven architectures.Contribute to roadmaps and governance forums.Engage and influence senior stakeholders. Required Experience:Experience working as a Solution Architect within Public Sector environments (essential)Strong experience with SaaS product selection and implementation.Deep technical knowledge of microservices, APIs, and file-based integrations.Experience designing event-driven architectures and modern integration patterns.Strong background in public cloud technologies and architecture design.Experience producing high-quality architecture documentation and solution views.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills at senior level.ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. ..... full job details .....