Solutions ArchitectInitial 11-Month ContractHybrid Working in Manchester 450 - 550, Inside IR35 We''re working with a Global IT Services Provider who are looking for a Solution Architect to support the design and delivery of enterprise-scale systems, aligned to business and technology strategy.Key Responsibilities:Design end-to-end solutions aligned to strategy and standards.Produce clear solution architecture documentation and views.Support delivery teams and collaborate with engineering.Design microservices and event-driven architectures.Contribute to roadmaps and governance forums.Engage and influence senior stakeholders. Required Experience:Experience working as a Solution Architect within Public Sector environments (essential)Strong experience with SaaS product selection and implementation.Deep technical knowledge of microservices, APIs, and file-based integrations.Experience designing event-driven architectures and modern integration patterns.Strong background in public cloud technologies and architecture design.Experience producing high-quality architecture documentation and solution views.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills at senior level.ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.