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Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.\nWhat you will be part of:\nSaab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe.\nEmpowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.\nSaab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems.\nSaab is headquartered in Sweden. 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This role bridges the gap between business needs and IT capabilities, ensuring that solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective.\nThe Solution Architect works closely with stakeholders, developers, and project managers to deliver robust architectures that support organizational goals.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelop high-level and detailed solution architectures for IT systems and applications.\nEnsure solutions comply with enterprise architecture standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.\nCreate architectural diagrams, models, and documentation for proposed solutions.\nCollaborate with business analysts, project managers, and technical teams to understand requirements.\nPresent architectural solutions to stakeholders and obtain buy-in.\nAssess emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate, conducting feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses.\nDefine and enforce architectural principles, guidelines, and best practices.\nEnsure consistency and integration across systems and platforms.\nProvide technical leadership during solution implementation.\nTroubleshoot architectural issues and guide development teams.\nIdentify potential risks in solution design and propose mitigation strategies.\nEnsure compliance with data protection and cybersecurity standards.\nQualifications and skills:\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.\nExtensive IT experience, with at least 3 years in solution architecture.\nExperience in large-scale system design and implementation.\nCertifications (Preferred)TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solution Architect, ITIL.\n\nExperience with APIs, microservices, and integration patterns.\nUnderstanding of networking, security, and infrastructure principles.\nAnalytical & Problem-Solving\nAbility to translate business requirements into technical solutions.\nStrong analytical skills for evaluating complex systems.\nAbility to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.\nAbility to gain Security Clearance (SC)\nSaab UK Company Benefits:\n30 days annual leave\nWorkplace pension scheme with 8% company contribution\nPrivate medical insurance\nGroup income protection scheme\nDeath in service insurance\nUp to 5% share matching scheme\nCompany enhanced Maternity/Adoption & Paternity leave.\n+ Much more\nAs a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it.\nBy submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4137,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Annual leave","Health insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Combat Aircraft","Naval Systems","Missiles","C4ISR"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-11-06T20:52:10Z"}],"visa":[{"country":"GB","licensed_sponsor":true,"adverts_offering_sponsorship_24m":0,"sanctioned_now":false,"evidence":"Licensed UK visa sponsor (Skilled Worker, Senior or Specialist Worker)","filings_12m":null,"filings_prev_12m":null,"green_card_filings_12m":null,"median_offered_wage_usd":null,"route":"Skilled Worker; 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