Solution Architect – SEP, S&P

National Energy System Operator

. Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance platforms and solutions supporting energy modelling, forecasting, and scenario analysis .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeWokingham • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £72,000 - £80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing scalable cloud architectures, particularly in Azure, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative energy modelling and forecasting solutions. Proficient in data modelling and analytics, with a strong focus on performance, security, and reliability.

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Cloud Architecture ExpertiseData Modelling ProficiencyEnergy Systems KnowledgeCross-Functional Team LeadershipNational Security Vetting Clearance

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Hard Skills

Data ModellingCloud ArchitecturesBig Data TechnologiesStatistical ModellingMachine LearningAPIsMicroservicesEvent-Driven ArchitecturesPythonR

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Azure Data FactoryAzure SynapseDatabricksHadoopSparkPLEXOSTIMESPyPSAEnergyPLAN

Industry Keywords

Energy ModellingForecastingDecarbonisation PathwaysElectricity MarketsRenewablesGrid OperationsOil & Gas

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudDistributed SystemsHadoopMicroservicesPythonSpark

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance platforms and solutions supporting energy modelling, forecasting, and scenario analysis
Ensure alignment between business strategy, policy objectives, and technology delivery
Work across multiple domains to enable integrated, enterprise-wide capabilities
Collaborate with data scientists, energy modellers, delivery teams, Business Analysts, and business stakeholders
Enable complex scenario simulations such as decarbonisation pathways, demand forecasting, and market simulations
Own end-to-end architecture designs across SEP and S&P capabilities
Engage with programme stakeholders and articulate pragmatic solutions
Participate in meetings and workshops with DD&T colleagues, Delivery Partners, and Suppliers
Map solution requirements to solution designs and consider technology, people, and process implications
Produce and secure approval for architectural artefacts including Solution Options and Recommendations, Solution Intents, and High-Level Designs
Collaborate with Integration, Security, Platform, and other SMEs to deliver comprehensive solution collateral
Define innovative solutions addressing security, performance, reliability, scalability, stability, data archival, and disaster recovery
Support and guide Delivery and Test teams in validating changes within the wider solution footprint
Define, document, and resolve technical dependencies and blockers with team members and other Solution Architects
Align solutions to strategy and identify transitional and tactical options
Provide specialist technical support across all solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong experience in designing large-scale data and analytics platforms
Expertise in cloud architectures, preferably Azure, including Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Databricks, and Fabric
Experience with big data technologies including Spark, Hadoop, and distributed systems
Proficiency in data modelling, especially time-series and simulation datasets
Knowledge of APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures
Understanding of energy systems, including electricity markets, renewables, grid operations, or oil & gas
Experience with energy modelling tools or frameworks such as PLEXOS, TIMES, PyPSA, or EnergyPLAN
Familiarity with scenario modelling, forecasting, and optimization techniques
Strong understanding of statistical modelling, machine learning, or optimization approaches
Experience enabling data science workflows, including notebooks and MLOps
Knowledge of Python, R, or similar modelling environments
Excellent problem-solving and systems-thinking abilities
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive architectural decisions
Experience delivering complex, cross-domain architectures
Experience with data-led platforms and decision-support systems
National Security Vetting (NSV) clearance required
Usually need to have been a resident in the UK for the last five years to apply for the required level of clearance
Right to work in the UK by the start of employment
Visa sponsorship may not be available and will be considered in line with business requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance
28 days annual leave as standard
Competitive contributory pension scheme with double matching up to a maximum company contribution of 12%
Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
Additional Birthday Day Off
Cycle to Work Scheme
Retail & Gym Discounts
Private Medical Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Personal Accident Insurance
Flexible working where applicable