Application Architect (Software Design and Structure)6 Months 2 days per week in Glasgow 600 per day (Inside IR35) My client, in the utilities sector are looking for an Application Architect to join their fast-paced team on an initial 6 month contract based out of Glasgow on a hybrid basis.Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Application Architect to define and guide the architecture of cloud-based business applications and data-driven solutions. The role will be responsible for designing scalable, secure, and resilient solutions deployed on Azure, with a strong focus on Kubernetes-based platforms and integration with enterprise data services. Key ResponsibilitiesDefine application architecture and technical design standards for cloud-native solutions.Design and oversee solutions running on Kubernetes and Azure platform services.Collaborate with data engineering teams to integrate applications with data platforms, databases, and reporting solutions.Ensure solutions meet security, scalability, performance, and governance requirements.Support development teams through architecture reviews, technical guidance, and best practices.Work with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into solution designs. Essential Skills and ExperienceExperience as an Application Architect, Solution Architect, or similar role.Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and containerized application architectures.Experience designing solutions on Microsoft Azure.Understanding of data ..... full job details .....