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Leighton • London

Software Architect

Employment type:  Full time

Job Description

Shape the Future of Software Architecture as a Software Architect!

Are you a seasoned Software Architect with a passion for designing scalable, high-performance solutions? Join our Team, where you’ll drive architectural excellence and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our customers digital landscapes.

Role Highlights

  • Design and maintain high-level technical architecture
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business objectives into robust technical solutions.
  • Create and maintain Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) to document key design choices.
  • Work alongside Technical Architects and Principal Solution Architects to ensure consistency across teams.
  • Lead technical spikes, assess solution options, and mitigate technical risks.
  • Provide hands-on development support, conduct code reviews, and mentor developers.
  • Ensure automation testing aligns with architectural strategy and project goals.

Why Join Us?

We don’t just build software—we innovate and transform the way technology drives business. Here’s what makes us a great place to work:

  • Exciting transformation projects in supply chain & engineering.
  • A collaborative, innovative work environment with a highly productive and diverse team.
  • A culture that balances serious technical work with a fun and engaging atmosphere.
  • Hybrid working with office collaboration expected at least twice a week.

What We’re Looking For

A Software Architect with:

  • Proven experience in software architecture within an agile environment.
  • Strong understanding of architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices (e.g., Clean Architecture).
  • Expertise in full-stack development, including:
    • Essential: JavaScript, AWS, PostgreSQL, REST APIs, Analytics (Google, Adobe).
    • Desirable: SAP BTP, SAPUI5, Supply Chain, OData.
  • Excellent communication & presentation skills to engage stakeholders effectively.
  • Familiarity with documentation tools like Confluence, GitHub, and Atlassian Suite.
  • The ability to balance technical decisions with business needs.

Apply Today!

If you’re a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to architecture, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of a team where technology meets innovation!

Company benefits

Bank holiday swaps
Buy or sell annual leave
Enhanced pension match/contribution – 5%
Annual pay rises
Dog friendly office
Work from anywhere scheme – up to 30 days
Teambuilding days
LinkedIn learning license
Work from home budget
L&D budget
Enhanced sick pay
Compassionate leave
Adoption leave
Mental health platform access
Optional unpaid leave
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Shared parental leave
Cycle to work scheme
Fully stocked snack cupboard
Salary sacrifice
Sabbaticals
Skilled worker visas
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Home office set up
Technology Loan
Eye Care Support
Personal development budgets
Further education support
Referral bonus
Lunch and learns
Professional subscriptions
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Open to part time work for some roles
Dog friendly co-working space
Buddy scheme
Volunteer days
Life insurance

Working at Leighton

Company employees:

108

Gender diversity (m:f):

64:36

Funding levels:

N/A

Hiring in countries

United Kingdom

Office Locations

Awards & Accreditations

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

Flexa awards 2025
WFA

WFA

Flexa awards 2025
Family Friendly

Family Friendly

Flexa awards 2025
Most flexible companies

Most flexible companies

Flexa100 2024
SaaS & Software

SaaS & Software

Industry awards 2023

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