Solutions Architect (x2) Bournemouth (1-2 days per week) Contract £650 - £750 Per Day (Outside IR35) - Potential to flex for an outstanding candidate Must have valid SC Clearance/ DV Clearance desirable iO Associates have partnered with an AI product-based consultancy who are on the lookout for a Solution Architect to join them on a permanent basis They provide expert advice and hands-on system management to help national and global clients get the most from technology and data. They work with the newest technologies, in a highly dynamic working environment that challenges and disrupts the norm. Your main clients will be the Special forces, due to the nature of the work, the project details cannot be shared. However, we do know you will be working closely with technical teams on early-stage R&D projects You will need to have experience with Python, AI, and the role also involves ethical hacking expertise You will be instrumental in the continued growth of one the best and most innovative companies in the UK. To be successful, you will have a wealth of experience working with Defence organisations, ideally with Knowledge of the Defence Digital and StratComm customer landscape. In addition, you will have: A passion for emerging technologies (e.g. AI/ML, quantum computing) Hands on development experience with Python Demonstrable experience of ethical hacking Ability to work customer facing Experience leading the implementation & deployment of complex software solutions including architecture, design, development and testing If you're interested in new positions and would like to be involved in delivering future technologies to the UK Government and many other companies with the defence sector, then please get in touch, I would be more than happy to discuss the role in more detail, along with any other opportunities you may be open to ADZN1_UKTJ