Technical Architect

Overview
Kainos, Birmingham, United Kingdom. We’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators, driven by a shared mission to create real impact. We believe in a people-first culture where ideas are valued, growth is supported, and contributions matter. Join a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.We’re looking for a
Technical Architect
to lead teams and develop high-quality solutions that delight customers and impact users worldwide. As a technical leader on a project, you’ll work with customer architects to agree technical designs, advise on estimated effort and the technical implications of user stories, and manage a small staff with a focus on performance and career development. It’s a fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn about new technologies and grow.Responsibilities
Lead teams and develop high quality solutions that meet customer needs and user requirements.Collaborate with customer architects to agree technical designs and advise on estimated effort and technical implications of user stories.Manage, coach and develop a small team, focusing on performance management and career development.Make sound, reasoned decisions in a fast-paced delivery environment while continuing to learn new technologies and approaches.Minimum (essential) Requirements
Experience with the following technical stack: AWS, Node (or any JavaScript frameworks), TypeScript, Terraform, AWS CDK.Experience delivering software designs for multi-tiered modern software applications.Experience of technical ownership for a product/software project, including architecture, estimation, product planning, and user story/requirement creation.Understanding non-functional concerns for customers and incorporating these into the application design.Experience with public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS and Azure), including SaaS and PaaS offerings.Clear communication of technical design in conversation, documentation and presentations.Ability to make effective decisions within fast-moving delivery.Demonstrated ability in managing, coaching and developing junior members of the team and wider community.Desirable
Good communication skills to convey issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders.Experience with multiple programming languages and data storage technologies.Experience in managing others, setting objectives, giving feedback and leading performance reviews.Active participation in knowledge sharing within the team and at a wider capability level and externally where appropriate.Participation in technology communities.Additional information
We embrace differences and are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to build a team that reflects the world around us and ensure everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. If you require accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out. Our recruitment process can be tailored to individual needs through private conversations.Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries: Information ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kainos. Sign in to set job alerts for “Technical Architect” roles.
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