Software Architect

In this role you will define the technical direction for secure, scalable cloud and on-premises solutions, aligning with client objectives and policy. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into robust architectures and governance. You’ll drive architectural decisions, manage technical debt, and lead incident response with a focus on security and efficiency. This position offers growth within CGI’s supportive, inclusive culture and the opportunity to shape future capabilities on critical programs.

• competitive salary
• excellent pension
• private healthcare
• share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching)
• recognition as NHS/Forces friendly employer? (Gold Covenant)
• inclusive culture

• Lead or support the technical elaboration and design of cloud and on-premises solutions.
• Arbitrate key architectural decisions and steer technical direction.
• Identify, prioritise and manage technical debt, FinOps opportunities and SecOps improvements.
• Establish and maintain technical governance across the product lifecycle.
• Engage with Information Assurance, Policy, Information Management and other stakeholders for compliance.
• Shape and deliver capabilities aligned with the technical strategy and roadmap.
• Coordinate and lead technical incident response activities for effective resolution and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to and support wider client initiatives as required.
• Support requirements gathering and shaping of new or existing capabilities.

• Architecture experience at SFIA Level 4 or 5 with ability to lead or support complex design activities.
• Strong understanding of cloud and traditional infrastructure architectures, including security and scalability considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence architectural decisions and provide technical guidance.
• Understanding of secure solution design, technical governance, information assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Experience identifying technical debt and opportunities to improve performance, security, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience supporting technical incident resolution, root-cause analysis and service improvement.
• Current UK Security Check (SC) clearance or eligibility to obtain it; Developed Vetting (DV) desirable.
• Location in Gloucestershire or within commutable distance.

• Stakeholder engagement
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Cloud architecture
• On-premises infrastructure
• Security and compliance