Technical Architect (C#/.NET)

Location: Homeworker - UK, Derry-Londonderry, Belfast, Birmingham

Job Description

Join Kainos and Shape the Future 

At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.

We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.

Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS: As a Technical Architect (Consultant) in Kainos, you’ll be responsible for leading teams and developing high quality solutions which delight our customers and impact the lives of users worldwide. As a technical leader on a project, you’ll work with customer architects to agree technical designs, advising on estimated effort and technical implications of user stories and user journeys. You’ll manage, coach and develop a small number of staff, with a focus on managing employee performance and assisting in their career development. It’s a fast-paced environment so it is important for you to make sound, reasoned decisions. You’ll do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with room to learn, develop and grow.

MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience delivering software designs for multi-tiered modern software applications.

• Experience of technical ownership for a product/software project, including architecture, estimation, product planning and user story/requirement creation.

• Understands non-functional concerns for customers and has experience incorporating these into the application design.

• Has experience with public cloud platforms, such as AWS and Azure, including SaaS and PaaS offerings.

• Able to simply and clearly communicate technical design in conversation, documentation and presentations.

• Able to make effective decisions within fast-moving delivery.

• We are passionate about developing people – a demonstrated ability in managing, coaching and developing junior members of your team and wider community.

DESIRABLE:

• Good communication skills, with the ability to communicate issues to technical and non-technical people.

• Experience of multiple programming languages and data storage technologies.

• Experience in managing others, setting objectives, giving feedback and leading performance reviews.

• Active participation in knowledge sharing activities, both within the team and at a wider capability level and externally where appropriate.

• Has participated in technology communities.

Embracing our differences  

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.

Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.

We understand that everyones journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.