Average Technical Architect salary in the UK

MERITUS are recruiting for a Technical Architect to join our client supporting major Central Government programmes, delivering secure, high-quality architecture solutions across complex IT environments.TECHNICAL ARCHITECT - OUTSIDE IR35 - £800 PER DAY - 12 MONTHS - ANDOVER (2 DAYS ONSITE PER WEEK) - TWO STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: CENTRAL GOVERNMENT / DEFENCE (SC CLEARANCE REQUIRED)As a Technical Architect, you will play a key role in designing and delivering best-in-class solutions that meet both business and technical requirements. You will ensure architectural integrity, alignment to strategy, and adherence to security and regulatory standards across the full project lifecycle.You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, providing technical leadership and governance while driving innovation and continuous improvement across large-scale, complex systems.Key Responsibilities:Lead the design and delivery of large-scale or complex IT systems, ensuring alignment with business goals and architectural strategy.Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to provide architectural guidance throughout the delivery lifecycle.Define and design software applications, components and systems using modern architectural patterns.Provide governance and technical oversight across development, integration and delivery activities.Evaluate change requests, assess impacts, and recommend appropriate solutions.Conduct system design reviews, ensuring adherence to standards, security policies and best practices.Undertake risk analysis and manage technical risks across programmes.Develop prototypes and simulations to support decision-making processes.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including security and data protection standards (e.g. GDPR).Drive continuous improvement through periodic solution reviews and optimisation recommendations.Support business development activities including bids, proposals and client engagement.Lead and mentor junior team members, promoting best practice and knowledge sharing.Identify emerging technologies and assess their relevance to improve performance, cost and sustainability.Engage with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex technical concepts into clear, non-technical language.Contribute to governance boards, architectural strategy, and innovation initiatives.Skills & Experience:Proven experience delivering complex technology solutions as a Technical Architect within government, defence or highly regulated environments.Strong understanding of architecture principles, frameworks and best practices.Experience designing solutions across cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.Knowledge of secure architecture and development practices (e.g. OWASP, NCSC principles).Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices.Strong knowledge of microservices, APIs and web services (REST, SOAP, JSON).Experience with authentication and authorisation technologies such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, Active Directory, ADFS and LDAP.Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and working within multi-disciplinary teams.Experience in web application design and delivery.Background in secure development using Java or .NET frameworks.Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and clients.Strong problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset.Active SC Clearance.Experience working within UK Defence or secure government environments.Industry certifications (e.g. Microsoft Azure, AWS or similar).Experience working in secure customer environments.Got your attention?If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Network Engineer role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS.

Job Title: Technical ArchitectRef: BM094Location: HarrogateSalary: £35,000 - £45,000This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic RIBA chartered practice who offer their expertise to the residential, retail, and healthcare sectors. They are looking for a talented Technical Architect to join their expanding team in their Harrogate studio.Benefits for the role of Technical Architect include: Highly competitive salaryContributory pension schemeProfessional developmentHybrid workingPersonal developmentGenerous holiday allowanceDuties for the role of Technical Architect include:Produce creative design solutionsDevelop high-quality technical drawing and specificationsLiaise with main contractors and sub-contractor teamsAttend design team meetings and site visitsDeliver projects from inception through to completionSkills and experience for the role of Technical Architect:ARB registeredStrong post RIBA Part 3 qualification experience as an Architect within a UK practiceProficiency with RevitExperience working on projects at RIBA stages 5 and 6Experience managing projects across various sectorsJob running experience is desirableExcellent drawing and design skillsStrong technical skills and attention to detailExcellent communication and organisational skillsIf This role interests you or if you are interested in searching for other roles relating to architecture please feel free to contact Ben Moore on or email . This is a permanent role

Job Title: Technical ArchitectRef: BM132Location: GlasgowSalary: £35,000 - £45,000This is a fantastic opportunity to join a multidisciplined RIBA chartered practice who offer a wide range of design services to high profile projects across the UK. They are on the lookout for a Talented Technical Architect to hit the ground running for their team in Glasgow.Benefits for the role of Technical Architect include:Highly competitive salaryHybrid workingGenerous holiday allowanceProfessional developmentPersonal developmentDuties for the role of Technical Architect include:Manage and deliver a range of projects from inception through to completionProduce creative design solutionsDevelop high-quality technical drawing and specificationsLiaise with main contractors and sub-contractor teamsAttend design team meetings and site visitsSkills and experience for the role of Technical Architect:ARB registeredStrong post RIBA Part 3 qualification as an Architect within a UK practiceProficiency with RevitExperience managing projects across various sectorsExcellent technical and presentation skillsStrong drawing and design skillsStrong experience working on projects across all RIBA work stagesExcellent communication and organisational skillsLive within a commutable distance to the Glasgow areaIf This role interests you or if you are interested in searching for other roles relating to architecture please feel free to contact Ben Moore on or email . This is a permanent role