This job is with CGI, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Solution Architects Position Description At CGI, we design and deliver integrated digital solutions that enable our clients to achieve meaningful, measurable outcomes. As a Solution Architect within our SDI team, you will shape complex systems that drive operational excellence and long-term value. Working in a strong Agile and DevOps culture, you will provide architectural leadership across cross-functional teams, guiding technology choices and ensuring solutions are resilient, secure, and future-ready. We empower you to take ownership of architectural direction, apply innovative thinking to real-world challenges, and collaborate closely with clients to deliver impact that truly matters.CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.Due to the secure nature of the programme, you must be a sole UK national and hold be eligible to go through Security Clearance to the highest level. This role is based in either Gloucester or London with some Hybrid working and working on a secure site. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of end-to-end solutions, guiding the migration of applications from legacy platforms to AWS while ensuring services remain secure, resilient, and scalable. You will take ownership of architectural decisions, balancing technical excellence with business needs, and providing clear direction across diverse application and infrastructure environments.You will work closely with delivery teams, stakeholders, and senior leaders, offering hands-on guidance, shaping technology roadmaps, and supporting governance and assurance activities. You'll be encouraged to think creatively, lead with confidence, and develop others, supported by a culture that values collaboration and shared success.Key responsibilities include:> Lead & Architect end-to-end solutions across applications and infrastructure> Design & Migrate legacy platforms to AWS cloud environments> Influence & Shape architectural strategy and technology roadmaps>Secure & Assure solutions aligned to security, compliance, and risk standards> Guide & Support teams across build, run, and integration activities> Collaborate & Engage with stakeholders to deliver business value Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring strong experience designing and delivering complex technical solutions, with the credibility to lead teams and engage confidently with senior stakeholders. You should be comfortable owning architecture across varied technology stacks and guiding delivery through ambiguity and change.You should have:> Proven experience as a Solutions Architect or Lead Engineer on complex programmes>Strong background & experience with Cloud & Systems Integration.>Broad technical knowledge across application, infrastructure, Software and integration technologies>Experience providing architectural leadership and strategic direction>Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills#LI-JS2 Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action.Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because...You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.