WORK THAT GOES BEYOND YOUR DESK

Experts at what we do, we work in a professional way towards our shared goals, knowing the work we do makes a genuine, lasting difference on the environment. As Solutions Architect, that involves:

• Design and develop comprehensive solution architectures that meet SEPA’s business needs, technical requirements and SEPA’s architectural principles, policies, and technology strategy.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Conduct regular reviews of existing systems and architectures to identify areas for improvement and optimisation.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure SEPA’s solutions remain innovative and effective.
• Participate in the Architecture Forum and other governance bodies to ensure alignment with SEPA’s overall IS governance model.

YOUR PASSION HAS NEVER HAD A GREATER PURPOSE

Here at SEPA, we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise.
That’s why, when you join us as Solutions Architect, you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career. We are currently recruiting 2 Solutions Architects.

PASSIONATELY YOU. PURPOSEFULLY SUPPORTIVE

SEPA is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and good relations in everything it does – as a community leader, as a provider and commissioner of services, and as an employer.
Passionately Purposeful about Scotland’s environment – and your career.
Protecting our environment, promoting our work, and supporting our people, working at SEPA means being part of an organisation that’s grounded in respect for your expertise – and your wellbeing. So you can be your best, and make the biggest impact.
We recruit solely based on merit. Our shortlisting process is conducted on an anonymous basis. Please ensure that you include all relevant information when you apply.
We proudly use the “Happy to Talk Flexible Working” as well as the “Disability Confident Employer” Logos and on all our job vacancies.
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For the security and wellbeing of our colleagues we invite successful candidates to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) pre-employment checks including a level one basic Disclosure Scotland check.
If you have questions or need any assistance with the recruitment process please contact SEPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@sepa.org.uk

This is a highly important role within our Finance, Modernisation & Digital portfolio, which means you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Comprehensive experience as a Solution Architect or similar role, preferably within a public sector or environmental organisation.
• Comprehensive experience in designing solutions based on business requirements which are aligned to strategic thinking and strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of architectural principles, frameworks, and best practices.
• Experience with cloud computing, data management, and cybersecurity