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Software Architect (Defence) A fast-growing technology business delivering secure digital solutions into highly regulated environments is looking for a Software Architect to join its experienced team. This is a key role focused on shaping scalable, secure software solutions and helping development teams deliver high-quality products in a fast-moving environment. Role Overview: • Location: Farnborough/Hybrid (2-3 days per week on site), • Package: £80,000- £90,000pa, annual bonus & benefits, • Work closely with Solutions Architects, Project Managers and technical teams to understand project goals and requirements, • Design and maintain software architectures across both front-end and back-end systems, • Translate business and technical needs into scalable, secure and resilient software solutions, • Support the development lifecycle through architecture reviews, design sessions, code reviews and defect management, • Produce architecture documentation and technical artefacts in line with engineering and SDLC standards, • Help define user stories and acceptance criteria alongside delivery teams, • Collaborate with infrastructure, platform, testing and site reliability teams to ensure solutions are fit for purpose, • Present architecture decisions to stakeholders and gain buy-in throughout the project lifecycle, • Candidates must be eligible or hold active Security Clearance due to the nature of projects., • Strong background in software architecture with at least 5 years’ commercial experience., • Solid understanding of software design principles, algorithms and data structures, • Experience using Go, Python and Java programming languages., • Experience designing responsive front-end applications and scalable back-end services and microservices architecture., • Knowledge of security best practices and secure-by-design principles, • Experience with architecture modelling tools such as PlantUML, C4 or similar, • Comfortable producing technical documentation using Markdown or similar tools, • Familiarity with Agile delivery environments and DevSecOps practices, • Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams, • Confident working in changing environments with evolving requirements, • Experience with Kubernetes would be beneficial, • Hybrid working model with flexibility built around delivery, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Private medical insurance and life assurance, • Pension scheme and discretionary bonus, • Access to professional development and ongoing learning opportunities, • Cycle to Work scheme and employee discounts platform, • Opportunity to work alongside experienced technical leaders on meaningful, high-impact projects We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying you are confirming you are happy to be added to the Addition Solutions mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.

Description Solution Architect (Maritime Autonomy) Location: Farnborough, with flexibility to work from home dependent on business demands The Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and security-cleared Solution Architect to lead the architecting and design of modern autonomous and digital C4ISR systems and solutions for maritime defence capabilities and platforms. The role will support multiple maritime and related defence opportunities with the candidate will have extensive experience working in the defence industry, with specific expertise in maritime systems and architectures, autonomy, mission systems, and C4ISR integration as well as good understanding of maritime platform design. This role will include developing relevant capability roadmaps across the Leidos Maritime area, scoping technology innovation, capability integration, undertaking customer engagement to position Leidos as a leader in Maritime Defence using cutting edge technology and leading the solution on bids and opportunities. The Solution Architect will work closely with programme-specific architects and engineers, programme delivery, business development, wider divisional technical leadership and customer teams to ensure technical solutions align with customer requirements and operational needs. • Lead the architecture and design of military maritime solutions, including combat systems, Strike Net, communications, autonomous navigation, and integrated platform management systems, across multiple opportunities, • Translate complex operational and capability requirements into end-to-end system designs., • Engage with military stakeholders, engineering teams, partners and subcontractors to define and validate system architectures and technical roadmaps., • Review solutions to ensure compliance with military standards, safety, and security requirements (e.g., DEF STAN, STANAG, MIL-STD)., • Support bid and proposal efforts by contributing to the shaping, solution development and associated governance of the solution architecture and supporting technical proposal and costing reviews., • Conduct trade studies and design reviews to assess system performance, scalability, and interoperability., • Provide governance and oversight across engineering delivery to ensure architectural alignment and integration across maritime opportunities, • Stay abreast of emerging and cutting edge technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and system improvement including but not limited to uncrewed systems, advanced comms and AI., • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline., • Maritime / Royal Navy / Military service experience, • Extensive experience in solution or systems architecture within the defence and/or maritime domain., • Strong understanding of naval platforms (surface ships, submarines, UAVs/USVs, Strike Net, Tactical C4ISR) and their mission requirements., • Experience in technical governance/sign off and technical design authority roles, • Understanding of maritime autonomy, technology, policies and strategy, able to use this to influence Leidos technical strategy and direction, • Experience with C4ISR systems, weapon systems integration, or naval command systems., • Knowledge of combat management systems and the latest developments in the cross platform and multi service data sharing systems., • Familiarity with systems engineering lifecycle (ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288), MBSE, and digital twin concepts., • Hands-on experience with architecture frameworks (e.g., MODAF, NAF, TOGAF) and tools (e.g., Sparx EA, Cameo)., • Knowledge of cybersecurity, safety, and information assurance in defence systems., • Strong stakeholder management and technical leadership skills., • Highly skilled at solutioning and designing complex mission critical systems and services which meet customer needs whilst remaining implementable within schedule and budget., • Excellent communications skills to engage with executive leadership (internally and client) articulating solution and technical capability aligned to the business challenges., • Excellent written and presentation communication skills., • Clearance to Start - SC, • Clearance for Role – SC/DV, • Must be sole UK citizen holding SC clearance with potential to gain DV What we do for you: At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: • Contributory Pension Scheme, • Private Medical Insurance, • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays), • Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme), • Flexi-Time Working Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: ___ – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £75,800.00-£99,800.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit ___. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at ___. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at ___. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the ___. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Description Deputy Programme Test Manager and Test Architect Location: Farnborough or Whiteley, Hampshire Salary: £ 75,800 - £99,800 The Role: (example) The Deputy Test Manager will report into the Programme Test Manager. The Deputy Programme Test Manager and Test Architect (Deputy Test Manager) will own test process and best practise accountability for all Test engineering tasks conducted within the Programme. They are supported by Test Leads, who will have specific test leadership responsibilities for a subset of the test organisation within a Government critical national infrastructure programme. The following are the Key Responsibilities for the Deputy Test Manager Role • Responsible for the “down and in” aspects of Test management (typically but not exclusively Internal Leidos Stakeholders), • Responsible assessing (and where required, course correcting) the Leidos Test Teams adherence to the Programme Test Strategy and supporting artefacts (such as Master Test Plans, Test Process documents, and Test Work Instructions)., • Supporting the Test team and scheduling Test effort, ensuring estimates are credible and data driven., • Supporting Provision of test estimates for resources and test activities with the Programme Test Manager., • Identifying current test environment needs and future needs based on Technical risks and our change roadmap., • Acting as alternative Approver for Test Readiness Review (“TRR”) prior to Test entry and Test Exit Reviews (“TER”) from Leidos owned Test Stages (for cases where the Programme Test Manager is unavailable), • Supporting Test Readiness Review (“TRR”) prior to Test entry and Test Exit Reviews (“TER”) from Authority owned Test Stages (for cases where the Programme Test Manager is unavailable), • Reviews and quality checks of all assured Leidos Test deliverables., • Establishing Test Process improvement, and Commons ways of working across the Programme, • Responsible for Generation of secondary test artifacts enabling test effectiveness (such as Test Design Templates, Test Automation Framework, and Test Process Improvement recommendations) The following are the Key Skills for the Saturn Deputy Test Manager: • Strong oral and written communication skills – ability to communicate with technical and non-technical team members., • Excellent understanding of the Testing Lifecycle and the different types of testing such as Functional, Non-Functional, Positive and Negative and Integration Testing., • Able to understand existing Test Process and identify improvements and efficiencies., • Experience of creating Test Cases based on requirements and design documents., • Experience of authoring and reviewing test deliverables for external stakeholders, • Experience of Test Management, Leading, Coordination, Planning, Reporting and Test Control., • Knowledge or experience with software testing frameworks (e.g. Katalon Studio, Selenium, SoapUI, Junit, DART, or similar) or other Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery tools., • Knowledge or experience Hybrid (Agile, Iterative and Waterfall) test workload management and bug tracking (e.g. Jira, BitBucket, or similar)., • Experience working in a regulated environment testing., • Self-motivated and willing to speak to colleagues to explore areas of uncertainty, • An Enabler mind-set, willing to do, then demonstrate, and then empower others to take work forward, rather than retain work and become a bottle neck for progress., • A strong understanding of the Cost of Quality, product risk assessment and Test prioritisation, • Working with large-scale and complex integration programmes., • Experience of control account management, and or cost management for test, • Experience of Risk, Assumptions, Issue and Dependency Management, • Knowledge of non-test specialisms such as Requirements Management, Systems Engineering, Solution Architecture and Service Management Clearance Requirements: This role requires applicants to be able to hold and maintain UK Security Clearance. You must be a British National and have lived in the UK for minimum 5 years. What we do for you: At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: • Contributory Pension Scheme, • Private Medical Insurance, • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays), • Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme), • Flexi-Time Working Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: ___– we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £75,800.00-£99,800.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit ___. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at ___. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at ___. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the ___. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Description Solution Architect - National Security and Defence (NS&D) Location: Farnborough office for the majority time with occasional travel to customer locations and working from home. The Role: Leidos have an opportunity for an experience Solution Architect to provide solution and technical leadership for programmes, including bids, growth opportunities and project delivery, designing differentiating and innovative solutions and services that address customer's business problems. The Solution Architect will develop innovative approaches and solutions, applying experience and guidelines from past experience and ensuring the quality and credibility of solutions align with programme delivery needs. You will be expected to have broad knowledge of a large range of technical capabilities and technologies including hardware, software, networks, cloud, data, analytics, IT services and cyber security. • Provide Solution leadership on assigned programmes and opportunities in the National Security & Defence (NS&D) portfolio, working in conjunction with the Programme leadership and Business Development and Capture communities, meeting key timescales and milestones as necessary to support customer and internal timescales, milestones and governance., • Enable delivery of key NS&D programmes by leading Solution execution covering Design, technical Customer engagement, programme innovation, growth and solution quality., • Develop solution concepts and high-level narrative material guiding input from identified internal and external SME’s and relevant partners., • Work as part of the NS&D Solution Architect team to develop the business landscape and identify and action both short and long-term approaches needed to develop the business and establish key client engagements., • Support growth within the NS&D division by bringing and applying domain knowledge across its breadth to enhance the value that Leidos brings to customer opportunities and challenges., • Work across the NS&D and wider Office of Technology community to further Leidos capabilities and develop the solution portfolio for the benefit of NS&D and the wider business., • Work with the NS&D Chief Architect to provide the optimal approach for design, development and delivery of NS&D capability, whilst supporting the needs of the wider Leidos business., • Solution and high-level technical designs, solution concepts and approaches, supporting design materials and collateral, White Papers and Points of View, customer and internal briefings, innovation ideas including business cases and solution research briefings and progress and status reports, solutions as part of responding to client opportunities and programme execution., • Experience in defining and maintaining the appropriate technical solution for the opportunity or programme. This involves engaging business stakeholders to understand their needs, justifying the strategy to get approvals, communicating it to the business and supporting the assurance of designed solutions., • In-depth understanding of technology and technical principles, theories, concepts and their application across range of programmes and contexts., • Knowledge and experience of core IT capabilities including Cloud, Infrastructure & Networks, Application including development, Data including database, analytics, AI (including Agentic and Generative) and ML, ITSM including ITIL an ESM, Cyber Security, Automation., • Highly skilled at solutioning and designing complex mission critical systems and services which meet customer needs whilst remaining implementable within schedule and budget., • Excellent communications skills to engage with executive leadership (internally and client) articulating solution and technical capability aligned to the business challenges., • Excellent written and presentation communication skills., • Experience conducting technical solution reviews for large programmes and bids to ensure their success. Experience of the Defence domain is required for this role. Applicants must be able to obtain and hold a valid UK DV and meet nationality requirements (sole UK National). What we do for you: At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: • Contributory Pension Scheme, • Private Medical Insurance, • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays), • Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme), • Flexi-Time Working Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: ___– we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £75,800.00-£99,800.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit ___. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at ___. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at ___. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the ___. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Description Location: Farnborough, with opportunity for working at home and the need for occasional travel to customer. Security Clearance Level: DV Leidos has more than 30 years’ experience of developing and running some of the largest government systems in the world. We are currently hiring to expand our UK based technical team who support our delivery for the UK Govt. Come join our team and further develop your skills as we deliver and support systems key to the defence of the UK and partner nations. Being part of the Leidos team is a commitment to push yourself and those around you to do better, constantly adapt and learn new technologies. We’re a passionate team and are committed to developing and growing our staff. Leidos is a global science and technology solutions leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in the defence, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. We support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Are you ready for your next career challenge? We are seeking an experienced and proactive Service Architect to lead and own the service management input to bid activity, and to implement service transition within an agile delivery programme environment. This pivotal role ensures that all aspects of service are considered throughout the delivery lifecycle, enabling successful and seamless transition into live operations. Working as part of the Solution Architects team you will act as the central point for all service design and transition activities, collaborating across engineering, solution architecture, security, ITSM, and programme management teams. This is both a pre-sales bid role, combined with a hands-on, strategically important position that will shape how services are introduced and maintained in a complex and fast-moving technology environment. The Service Architect will be responsible for: • Service Architecture: Defining the service approach to enable technical and business service delivery for client environments, • Service Design: Produce detailed, fit-for-purpose Service Designs, including support task analysis and training needs assessment., • Service Transition Ownership: Lead the service transition planning and execution across agile delivery teams, ensuring new or changed services are effectively and smoothly handed over to live operations., • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with:, • Customers: to gain their acceptance in your capability, • Bid teams: to build trust in your experience to develop compelling service solutions, • Engineering: to ensure supportability and operational readiness of developed solutions., • Solution Architects & Security: to influence technical design from a service operations perspective., • Programme Manager & Scrum Master: to align service readiness with delivery milestones., • Head of Live Service and ITSM Function Leads: to ensure operational acceptance criteria are met., • Technical Leads: to define support models and ensure documentation and handover requirements are clearly understood., • Requirements Management: Define and manage service requirements with the SMO, integrating them into solution designs and, • ITIL Process Alignment: Ensure all service designs and transitions align with ITIL framework best practices, including:, • Incident, Problem, and Change Management, • Service Level Management, • Knowledge Management, • Continual Service Improvement, • Governance & Assurance: Provide service input into design authorities, governance forums, and acceptance boards., • Continuous improvement & innovation: Identify opportunities for improvement, process & cost efficiency, and innovation. Introduce best practices in service management, automation, and monitoring. The Service Architect must have: • Proven experience as a Service Architect, Service Designer, or Service Transition Lead within complex IT delivery environments., • Strong working knowledge of the ITIL framework (working towards or having achieved ITIL 4 Master)., • Demonstrable experience in:, • Designing and implementing service models within large programmes., • Agile delivery methods, particularly Scrum and SAFe, including active participation in ceremonies and backlog refinement., • Creating Service Design Packages and contributing to Operational Acceptance Criteria., • Creating compelling text for PQQ and bid activity., • Development of cost models for new business., • Excellent interpersonal skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels., • Strong analytical and documentation skills, including gap analysis, risk assessment, and transition planning., • Experience working within cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams including engineering, cyber security, and programme teams It is desirable for the Service Architect to have: • ITIL 4 Managing Professional or ITIL Expert certification., • Experience working in secure or regulated environments (e.g. central government, finance, defence, healthcare). Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your CV with us today! At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: • Contributory Pension Scheme, • Private Medical Insurance, • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays), • Use of Flexi-time in accordance with programme priorities, • Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme) Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: ___– we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £75,800.00-£99,800.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit ___. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at ___. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. 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Solution Architect Location: Huntingdon F/T on-site Clearance level - High DV - Developed Vetting UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL Working across a range of diverse, complex and secure systems a Domain Architect should be highly innovative and versatile. You will be working as part of the programme delivery team supporting the development and sustainment of the NCGIs portfolio of systems and services managed through Programme. You will be able to demonstrate an enterprise mindset and the ability to work in partnership with key customer stakeholders to drive successful delivery and realise the maximum business value from NCGIs investment. Your Role and Responsibilities * Architecture experience ability to work within a complex programme and solution ecosystem focussing on your areas of responsibility but ensuring to keep the big picture in mind by building relationships within and outside the team; * Design - accountable for the High Level Designs (HLD) of a range complex solution changes encompassing multiple technologies and areas of expertise; * Inclusive - as a Domain Architect, you are the solution lead - encourage people to speak freely, create an environment of safety, listen to people, be an advocate for change and innovation; * Delivery - enable and support the implementation of project elements, proof of concepts and other technical deliverables through to Service Acceptance; * Collaborative working with the project leadership Programme, Engineering, Security and Service and aligned to SAFe-based iterative programme execution. * Growth working closely with customer stakeholders to identify opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of the delivered capability. Identification of solution gaps and the ability to convert these to credible propositions for future business. * Supplier Management working closely with both existing and identifying new suppliers when required from customer suggestion or agreed requirements Required Skills: * Provide overarching architectural guidance, * Architecting modernisation of capability (Systems, Applications, Platforms) * Technical Design * Application integration & hosting (on prem and cloud) * Data migration * Transition and transformation * Experience of application portfolio delivery within a complex environment: * Enterprise business applications * Understanding of Networking (LAN, WAN) * Integration of business processes/workflows with COTS/GOTS software * End user environments (VMware, inc. Horizon, SCCM) * Containers and microservices integration. * Delivery using agile and DevOps concepts. * Bid experience in public sector / defence an advantage * Ability to working under pressure in large multi discipline teams to tight schedules * Ability to lead architecture and engineering teams within a larger project * Ability to engage with stakeholders from multiple areas of the business including product design, service design and operations * Estimating and planning skills to support project and agile planning. * Communication skills to produce written, verbal, and visual deliverables, explaining complex topics concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences Desired Skills: * Security Architecture including Secure by Design * Experience of MoD Architecture and Solution processes and methods * Familiarity with Enterprise geospatial systems * Bid experience in public sector / defence an advantage CLEARANCE REQUIRED: * Clearance toRole DV (with ability to gain STRAP) Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your CV with us today! What we do for you: Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application. At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: Contributory Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays) Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme) Flexi-TIme Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: Leidos UK & EUROPE we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. xrnqpay We're already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.

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Job Title: Enterprise Account Manager | Leading IT Managed Service Provider Location: Farnborough / London (Hybrid) Salary: £55,000 - £58,000 + Car Allowance + Uncapped OTE Sector: IT Managed Services – Selling into the private sector across multiple industries The Opportunity Are you a strategic sales professional who thrives on navigating complex enterprise landscapes? We are representing one of the UK’s most respected Independent IT Managed Service Providers to find a heavyweight Enterprise Account Manager. With a 25-year legacy and a trophy cabinet that includes Outstanding Workplace awards, our client isn't just selling tech they are transforming how global enterprises operate. This is a role for a consultant, not just a closer, someone who can bridge the gap between high level business strategy and next generation technical solutions. Key Responsibilities: Driving Value at the C-Suite As an Enterprise Account Manager, you will be the lead architect of growth for a defined portfolio of high-value accounts. Your focus will be: * C-Suite Engagement: Building deep, trust-based relationships with senior stakeholders to align technology with their long-term business outcomes. * Strategic Expansion: Owning the account roadmap across Cloud Services, Cybersecurity, Hybrid Infrastructure, and Modern Workplace solutions. * Complex Solution Sales: Leading high-value tenders and discovery sessions to map client challenges to measurable, future-ready results. * Collaborative Leadership: Partnering with pre-sales, delivery, and marketing teams to ensure seamless execution and winning proposals. * Commercial Mastery: Managing a robust pipeline and hitting GP growth targets with rigorous CRM accuracy and forecasting. What You’ll Bring We are looking for a candidate who combines commercial grit with emotional intelligence. The Essentials: * Proven Track Record: Solid experience in Enterprise Account Management or Solution Sales within the IT/MSP sector. * Executive Presence: Demonstrable success in engaging, influencing, and negotiating at the C-suite level. * Technical Breadth: A strong working knowledge of the modern tech stack (Microsoft, HP, Networking, and Cyber). * Vendor Alignment: Experience leveraging partnerships with major vendors to enhance market positioning. * Strategic Mindset: The ability to turn a technical need into a long-term strategic partnership. * Mobility: A full UK driving license and the ability to commute to the Farnborough hub and client sites. Why Join This Business? Our client has built a culture based on fun, trust, and collaboration. They invest heavily in their people, ensuring you have the tools and the autonomy to thrive. The Perks: * Financial: Competitive base, car allowance, private medical, and life assurance. * Ownership: Eligibility for the Company Share Scheme after 12 months. * Wellbeing: 25 days holiday + your Birthday off, health club schemes, and a comprehensive EAP. * Growth: Access to a dedicated Technical Training Academy and E-learning portals. * Balance: A mature hybrid working model that respects your professional autonomy. Take the Next Step If you are a self-driven professional ready to lead high value campaigns for a premier MSP, we want to hear from you