Solutions Architect

About Scrumconnect

Active SC is mandatory

Rate-600-650 outside IR 35

Start date- ASAP

Scrumconnect is a trusted digital delivery partner to UK government departments and public sector bodies. We specialise in building user-centred digital services that improve lives. Our multidisciplinary teams bring together experienced technologists, designers, researchers, and strategists to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful impact in the public sector.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of digital case management and dispute resolution platforms. You will play a key role in shaping cloud-native architectures, enabling AI automation, and driving compliance within government frameworks. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in solution architecture within the public or legal sector and thrives in a collaborative, agile environment.

Core Responsibilities

1. Solution Architecture & Design

• Develop end-to-end solution architectures for case management and dispute resolution platforms
• Ensure seamless integration of digital services, legal databases, and third-party APIs
• Define high-level technical architecture, data models, and integration patterns
• Drive the adoption of cloud-native, microservices-based architectures

2. Digital Transformation & Automation

• Lead the design and implementation of automated workflows for case processing
• Enable AI-driven case triaging and self-service portals
• Define API-first integration strategies for scalable solutions

3. Governance & Compliance

• Ensure alignment with government digital service standards, data governance policies, and GDPR compliance
• Maintain strong auditability and evidence tracking capabilities
• Drive adherence to public sector security and digital transformation frameworks

4. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Work closely with Scrumconnect's project teams, product owners, and engineers
• Engage with policy, legal, and service delivery stakeholders across public sector organisations
• Provide technical advisory on solution feasibility, risks, and innovation strategies

Essential Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of enterprise and solution architecture experience, ideally in public sector or legal IT projects
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure in enterprise environments
• Proficiency in RESTful API design, microservices, and Middleware tools (eg, APIM, Kong)
• Background in workflow automation or case management platforms
• Knowledge of GDPR, Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, and public sector security best practices
• Experience with Agile and DevOps practices, including CI/CD, Kubernetes, Terraform, and IaC
• Understanding of data modelling and AI-driven process automation

Why Join Scrumconnect

This role offers a unique opportunity to drive digital innovation and improve access to public services for citizens across the UK. As part of Scrumconnect, you'll work on impactful transformation projects that serve the public good, in collaboration with leading experts in cloud, AI, and agile delivery.