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Technical Architect
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Technical Architect Roles in Manchester
Technical Architect roles in this area could focus on designing and implementing scalable API-driven solutions and microservices architectures. A central theme could be translating business requirements into robust technical strategies that enable teams to deliver modern, distributed systems.
Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.
About The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Technical Architect positions based in Manchester, roles that could support the design and delivery of enterprise-grade solutions using contemporary architectural patterns and cloud technologies.
Roles of this type may sit within collaborative technical teams where you could work alongside engineers and stakeholders to shape the direction of system design. The work could involve evaluating technologies, defining microservices strategies, designing API-first approaches, and ensuring solutions align with business objectives and scalability requirements.
Typical Role Overview
- Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, England
- Type: Contract
- Full-time
- Rate: £700–850 per day
- Domain: Enterprise Solutions Architecture
- APIs and Microservices
What You Would Do
- Designing scalable microservices architectures and API-first solutions aligned with business goals
- Evaluating and recommending technology stacks and cloud platforms to support enterprise requirements
- Collaborating with engineering teams to translate architectural designs into implementation strategies
- Documenting technical strategies, architectural decision records and solution blueprints
- Conducting technical reviews and providing guidance on implementation approaches
- Supporting the selection and integration of third-party services and platforms
- Engaging with stakeholders to understand requirements and communicate architectural implications
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What You Could Bring
Required:
- Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures and API-driven solutions
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, with AWS Solutions Architect Professional certification or equivalent expertise
- Experience with distributed systems design, scalability patterns and enterprise integration approaches
- Proficiency in system design, technology evaluation and architectural decision-making
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline
- Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Nice-to-have:
- Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
- Experience with containerisation, orchestration and infrastructure-as-code approaches
- Familiarity with API governance, security and compliance frameworks
- Background in agile or product-driven delivery environments
What Roles Of This Type Could Offer
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- Opportunity to shape the technical direction of complex, enterprise-scale systems
- Exposure to modern architectural patterns and cutting-edge technology landscapes
- Collaborative environment with skilled engineering teams and cross-functional stakeholders
- Potential scope to influence technology strategy and architectural standards
- Contract-based flexibility with a competitive daily rate of £700–850, depending on experience and expertise
- Involvement in projects that drive digital transformation and business innovation
About SThree
SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy.
We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions to outpace tomorrow, together.
Across the UK, we connect talented specialists with cutting-edge opportunities across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services supported by our offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Leeds
How To Register Interest
If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.
Disclaimer:
Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.
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