Overview Solution Architect – North Yorkshire Council, Harrogate, North Yorkshire. Expires 19/03/2026. Job Type: Full Time. Are you ready to lead the charge in shaping our organisation’s digital future, driving bold, forward‑thinking Solutions Architecture and powering an Enterprise Architecture programme that transforms ideas into impact? Job Details Salary: £47,181 - £51,356 Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire Company: North Yorkshire Council Sector: Corporate Services / Administration / Communications Get more information about Solution Architect Responsibilities

As a Solution Architect you’ll help deliver technology solutions that support North Yorkshire Council’s vision, drawing on your experience to lead solution design work and play a key role in shaping the future of the Council’s technology landscape. We are recruiting to support the design, governance, and assurance of technical solutions across a portfolio of projects. The Architecture team works closely with business analysts, product owners and project managers from the Transformation service. Translate complex business and user requirements into scalable, secure, and supportable architectures that align with enterprise principles. Ensure all solution designs comply with internal governance processes and pass assurance at key design stages. Support decision-making and provide technical guidance and direction throughout the solution lifecycle, including requirements validation, technology evaluation and procurement to enable successful implementation from discovery through to transition.

Qualifications

In depth understanding of solutions architecture, gained through experience leading the design of technology solutions A solid background in producing solution artefacts that guide project and delivery teams Knowledge of software and systems development methods Effective stakeholder management with experience working with colleagues at different seniority levels to make decisions on technology choices Knowledge of a wide range of technologies including cloud platforms, API’s and enterprise software and infrastructure

What we can offer

With an excellent employer defined pension scheme Enhanced holidays Flexible working to help you thrive at home as well as work Salary sacrifice car, cycle and technology Childcare schemes Package of ‘Everybody Benefits’ shopping vouchers, discounts and more

Please see our total rewards brochure for more information. Working Arrangements The role offers Hybrid Working, with expectation to attend offices in North Yorkshire when required including County Hall Northallerton. More Information For further information contact Robert Sorley on 01609 533014 or email robert.sorley@northyorks.gov.uk. Job Role: Architect Expires: 19/03/2026

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