Lead Technical Architect 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to £675 per day Hybrid working in London ideally but will consider fully remote Need to have current and active SC Clearance to be considered Job description As a Lead Technical Architect, you will proactively shape and deliver infrastructure and technical solutions across multiple projects or teams. You will ensure solutions align with the wider enterprise architecture and strategic goals, leveraging modern technologies to drive innovative outcomes. Collaborating with a range of stakeholders, including senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners. You will balance near-term delivery with long-term scalability, security, and maintainability. You will define and evolve technical roadmaps, advise on strategic technology investments, and identify opportunities for continual improvement. Through clear, concise communication, you will secure buy-in for architectural initiatives and mentor junior architects to foster a high-performing architecture community. By evaluating emerging trends, incorporating lessons learned, and championing best practices, you will keep the technical estate flexible and future-proof, positioning the organisation for ongoing success. Key Responsibilities: Support the Principal Technical Architect in defining and maintaining LECN and enterprise-wide technical impacting strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with broader business objectives. Oversee design ..... full job details .....