Technical Architect (Automation & AI)
We're looking for a Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, enterprise-grade solutions across automation and AI programmes. This role is architecture-first-you'll define technical strategy, shape future-state systems, and ensure alignment with business goals and standards, with automation as a key supporting capability.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead high-level technical architecture across automation and AI initiatives
- Define scalable architectures, data flows, and system integrations
- Shape and influence technical strategy aligned to business objectives
- Design robust, future-proof solutions that adapt to evolving needs
- Evaluate emerging technologies and deliver proof-of-concepts
- Support full lifecycle delivery from concept through to implementation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders
- Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and constraints
- Drive operational efficiency, automation, and reduction of technical debt
- Support M&A activity through technical due diligence and integration
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience as a Technical Architect across diverse technology domains
- Strong knowledge of frameworks such as TOGAF, Archimate, ITIL, Prince2
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills
- Experience in matrixed, fast-paced delivery environments
- Strong organisational and project leadership capability
- Hands-on exposure to automation platforms (e.g. Power Platform, UiPath, Blue Prism, Automation Anywhere)
- Understanding of AI technologies, including LLMs, Copilots, and Microsoft AI ecosystem
- Experience with data platforms (e.g. Microsoft Fabric, Databricks)
- Broad enterprise technology background (e.g. ServiceNow, CRM, ERP, cloud, infrastructure)
- Solid knowledge of Azure and cyber security frameworks (SIEM, XDR, NIST, ISO27001)
Additional Information
- Location: Remote, with ~2 days onsite travel
- Requirement: Must be a sole UK national
