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Principal Architect

EdinburghFull-time2026-10-08 → 2026-11-11

Core

Client-facing leadership role overseeing technical direction of large-scale, complex technology initiatives and contributing to consultancy business growth.

Role type

Principal Architect (Consultancy)

Builds

End-to-end solution designs for high-profile, business-critical projects and programmes.

Domain

Enterprise technology, cloud architecture, bespoke software solutions.

Required skills

Large-scale solution architecture, enterprise/cloud/data/application architecture, pre-sales and solutioning, C-Suite stakeholder management, technology strategy alignment, mentoring.

Preferred skills

Bespoke software development experience, open-minded approach to methodology and tools.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership for high-profile projects, take full responsibility for end-to-end solution design, advise on architectural principles and governance, lead pre-sales and scoping for new opportunities, build trust with senior client stakeholders, develop others by sharing knowledge.