Lead Solution Architect+6 months ++Hybrid working 3 days a week in Reading+Inside IR35+ 95 - 116 per hour+SC cleared role +Sole British national due to nature of the project We are seeking an experienced Lead Solution Architect to provide senior technical leadership across major digital programmes.This is a high-impact role responsible for defining, governing, and evolving the architecture that underpins digital products, platforms, and services. You will lead architectural direction across complex programmes, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, interoperable, and aligned to enterprise strategy and long-term business objectives.You will work closely with senior stakeholders, architecture teams, and external delivery partners to drive technical excellence and deliver a cohesive digital ecosystem.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and govern solution architecture activities across major digital programmesDefine and evolve enterprise architecture roadmaps aligned to business and digital transformation objectivesProvide architectural oversight across cloud, enterprise, and integrated technology solutionsAssess and validate technical proposals from delivery partners and suppliersEnsure all solutions meet required standards for cybersecurity, resilience, scalability, and interoperabilityShape architecture strategy within RFPs, procurement activities, and delivery governance processesCollaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders across multinational programmesPromote best practice