Lead Digital Architect - Remote

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Digital Architect to drive innovation and strategy within their organization, operating entirely remotely from Sheffield . This senior role will focus on defining and implementing the company's digital architecture across all platforms and services, ensuring scalability, security, and performance. You will collaborate with engineering, product, and business teams to translate strategic objectives into robust, future-proof technical solutions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in designing complex digital systems, a deep understanding of modern technology stacks, and exceptional leadership qualities to guide a distributed team towards technological excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and maintain the enterprise-wide digital architecture roadmap and standards.
• Lead the design of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud-based solutions and microservices.
• Collaborate with software development teams to ensure alignment with architectural vision and best practices.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms to meet business requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation.
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices, security standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in digital architecture , solutions design, and technology strategy.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing large-scale cloud-native applications (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, APIs, data architecture, and integration patterns.
• Experience with DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote working environment and lead distributed teams effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Significant influence on the technological direction of the company.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in emerging technologies.
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and collaboration.