At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect with strong expertise in automation and AI to provide technical leadership across complex projects. You will define and implement technical architectures, influence technology strategy, and ensure solutions align with business goals and enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Lead and guide project and service teams on complex technical solutions.

• Define and document architectures, data flows, and integrations.

• Recommend technologies, conduct feasibility studies, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards.

Solution Design & Innovation

• Design scalable, robust solutions that meet business needs.

• Maintain technical roadmaps and promote continuous improvement.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and develop proof of concepts.

Project Delivery

• Support all phases of the project lifecycle.

• Collaborate with PMs, BAs, engineers, and stakeholders.

• Manage technical risks and communicate impacts effectively.

Operational Excellence

• Improve operational efficiency and reduce technical debt.

• Identify opportunities for automation and process optimisation.

• Provide technical guidance to operations teams.

M&A Support

• Conduct technical due diligence and integration planning.

• Assess and integrate acquired systems and processes.

Here's What You'll Need
Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Technical Architect across diverse technology domains.

• Knowledge of ITIL, Prince2, TOGAF, Archimate.

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem solving skills.

• Experience in matrixed environments and fast paced project delivery.

• Good organisational and project management capabilities.

Expertise in multiple enterprise technologies, including: 

• Automation: Power Platform, UIPath, BluePrism, AutomationAnywhere

• AI: LLMs, coding copilots, MS Foundry/Copilot Studio

• Data: MS Fabric, Databricks

• ITSM: ServiceNow

• EUC: Intune, SCCM

• Applications: CRM, ERP, HCM, Finance

• Infrastructure: servers (cloud/on prem), networking, storage, backup

• Cloud: Azure

• Cyber Security: SIEM, XDR, IPS/IDS, NIST, ISO27001

Desirable Skills:

• M&A technical integration experience.

• Agile methodology (Scrum/Kanban).

• DevSecOps tools and practices.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect).

Our Culture

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact matt.jones1@global.amentum

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.