Role Title: Sitecore ArchitectDuration: contract to run until 13/03/2026Location: LondonRate: up to £644 p/d Umbrella inside IR35Role purpose/summaryDesign and architect Sitecore-based solutions aligned with business goals and technical requirements.Lead development teams through the full software life cycle: planning, development, testing, deployment, and support.Define and enforce Sitecore best practices, coding standards, and architectural guidelines.Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to developers.Integrate Sitecore with third-party systems (Marketo, Analytics, Search).Oversee Sitecore upgrades, migrations, and performance tuning.Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and accessibility standards.Key Skills/requirements10+ years of experience in Sitecore development and architecture.Deep knowledge of Sitecore XP/XM Cloud, JSS, and Headless architecture.Strong proficiency in .NET Framework, C#, ASP.NET MVC, and RESTful APIs.Experience with Front End technologies like JavaScript, React or Next.js.Familiarity with Azure DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.Sitecore Certification (Developer or Architect) preferred.Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.Experience with cloud platforms (Azure).Understanding of containerization (Docker).Exposure to privacy compliance tools (eg, OneTrust).All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due t