We are looking for a junior solutions architect with a strong foundation in software development and a keen interest in architectural principles. this role offers an opportunity to work alongside experienced architects and engineers, gaining hands-on experience in designing and implementing scalable, high-performing solutions. the ideal candidate will have some exposure to cloud platforms, application design, and integration patterns, along with a desire to take on architectural responsibilities such as producing solution deliverables and shaping projects through the full software delivery life cycle. this role requires candidates to be eligible for security clearance. to qualify, applicants must have been continuously based in the uk for the last five years, without any single period of overseas absence exceeding 29 consecutive days. what you ll do support the design and documentation of end-to-end solution architectures, ensuring they align with business and technical requirements take ownership of some architectural tasks, such as producing architecture deliverables and shaping solutions through the full software delivery life cycle work closely with senior architects, engineers, and stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions gain hands-on experience with application design and integration patterns, developing solutions that are scalable and well-structured contribute to cloud-native architectures, microservices, and api-driven ..... full job details .....