About the Role:
Glasgow has become one of the United Kingdom’s strongest technology and business hubs, and at Ilelsa Digital Infrastructure and Business Solutions Ltd, we help organisations modernise the systems that support their growth.
We provide cloud architecture, enterprise technology consulting, digital transformation and infrastructure solutions for clients across a range of industries.
We are looking for a Principal Solutions Architect who can lead the design of secure, scalable and commercially practical technology solutions.
You will work closely with engineering teams, project managers, consultants and client stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into clear technical architectures. This role requires someone who can see the wider business picture while maintaining a strong understanding of platforms, integrations, security and infrastructure.
Why Work With Us?
The Environment:
Our Glasgow office is located within the city’s established commercial district. We provide a professional and collaborative workplace where technical specialists can focus on meaningful client projects.
Technical Influence:
You will have a direct role in shaping solution standards, architectural decisions and technical delivery methods across the business.
Varied Projects:
You will work across cloud migration, systems integration, enterprise platforms, data infrastructure and digital transformation programmes.
Professional Growth:
You will receive support for relevant certifications, technical training, industry events and continued professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
Solution Architecture:
Design secure, scalable and reliable technology solutions based on client requirements, existing systems and long-term business objectives.
Technical Discovery:
Lead technical workshops to understand business processes, operational challenges, infrastructure requirements and integration needs.
Architecture Documentation:
Produce clear solution designs, system diagrams, technical specifications, decision records and implementation roadmaps.
Cloud and Infrastructure Planning:
Develop architecture for cloud, hybrid and on-premise environments using appropriate platforms, services and security controls.
Systems Integration:
Define integration approaches between enterprise applications, APIs, databases, cloud services and third-party platforms.
Technical Leadership:
Provide guidance to software engineers, cloud engineers, infrastructure specialists and delivery teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Risk and Security Management:
Identify technical risks, security concerns, performance limitations and operational dependencies before implementation.
Stakeholder Management:
Present technical recommendations to clients, senior managers and non-technical stakeholders in a clear and commercially focused manner.
Quality Assurance:
Review solution designs, technical deliverables and implementation plans to ensure they meet agreed architecture and security standards.
What We Are Looking For:
Experience:
At least 7 years of experience in technology architecture, cloud engineering, software engineering, infrastructure or enterprise systems, including experience in a senior technical role.
Architecture Knowledge:
Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, cloud platforms, systems integration, APIs, networking, databases, security and application delivery.
Cloud Platforms:
Practical experience with Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services or Google Cloud Platform.
Technical Documentation:
Ability to produce high-quality architecture diagrams, technical specifications, solution proposals and implementation plans.
Stakeholder Communication:
Confidence presenting complex technical concepts to clients, project teams and senior decision-makers.
Leadership:
Experience mentoring technical professionals, reviewing architecture decisions and supporting multidisciplinary delivery teams.
Qualifications:
A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related subject is preferred. Relevant professional certifications may also be considered.
Mindset:
You are analytical, commercially aware and comfortable making decisions in complex technical environments. You understand when to recommend a strategic solution and when a simpler approach will deliver better value.
Pay: £4,644.00-£6,833.00 per month
Work Location: In person
