Solution Architect

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Exciting things are happening within the Digital Services Team at Derbyshire County Council, and we’re looking for a highly skilled, forward‑thinking Solutions Architect to join our Strategy & Architecture team.

Following a major organisational and digital strategy review, we are investing in modern tools, innovative platforms, and new ways of working to support a large‑scale Digital Services transformation programme. Our ambition is to deliver modern, reliable and user‑centred digital services for the citizens and communities of Derbyshire — and you could be a key part of that journey.

As a Solutions Architect (G11), you will operate as a senior technical role, driving the design and governance of enterprise‑wide ICT solutions. You will lead on design and assurance, provide expert guidance, translate complex requirements, identify structural issues, drive collaboration, advise senior managers, and contribute to enterprise architecture, making a meaningful difference in local government. You’ll work on services that genuinely improve people’s lives — from social care and education to environmental services and community support.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone with:

• Significant experience applying Enterprise Architecture frameworks, delivering architectural governance, leading change.
• Significant experience providing deep technical insight and improving ICT security. with ability to support large or complex IT projects with clear technical insight.
• Experience operating at a senior level in a large ICT Service environment, managing and delivering change.
• Awareness of technology roadmaps and how they support business strategy.
• Knowledge of datacentre and cloud technologies, patterns, and reference architectures.
• Experience using architecture tools (LeanIX preferred but not essential).
• Strong skills in communication, decision‑making, strategy, technical design, understanding context, and influencing.
• Proven experience of managing, motivating and continually developing staff to deliver strong performance.
• High personal effectiveness and commitment to improvement.
• Relevant degree or ICT qualification or equivalent senior‑level experience. Professional certifications such as TOGAF, Agile/Scrum, or Prince2 are desirable.

Why join us?

Working for local government brings benefits that are hard to match elsewhere

We offer:

• 27 days of annual leave plus an additional 5 days after 5 years’ continuous service
• Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month
• A generous Local Government Pension Scheme
• Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases
• Hybrid working and a supportive team environment
• Commitment to your professional development, including training, certification support, and mentoring from experienced architects
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts at selected county leisure centres
• And much more!

If you’re enthusiastic about developing your architecture career and want to work in a collaborative, purpose‑driven environment where your work directly benefits local communities, we’d love to hear from you.

Provisional Interview Date - Week commencing 9th March 2026

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.