Base Location: Reading, Havant, Glasgow or Perth
Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
We’re on an exciting journey to modernise how our colleagues work—moving to cloud‑managed devices and services that enable secure, productive, and flexible working anywhere. As a Senior Solution Architect (End User Compute), you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering the next generation of workplace technology for thousands of users across SSE.
You Will
- Lead the architecture for end‑user computing (EUC) across devices, identity, security, and application delivery—setting patterns and roadmaps that align with SSE’s digital strategy.
- Drive the transition to modern device management using cloud‑based tools, ensuring a secure, seamless experience for colleagues.
- Design innovative solutions for new use cases, such as Cloud PC and virtual desktop environments for specialist roles.
- Embed Zero‑Trust principles and strong security baselines into all EUC solutions.
- Collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders, and partners to deliver solutions that balance user experience, security, and cost.
You Have
- Proven experience as a Solution or Technical Architect in enterprise EUC environments.
- Strong knowledge of Windows and macOS, collaboration tools, and endpoint management platforms (e.g., Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, Configuration Manager).
- Expertise in identity and access management, endpoint security, and application packaging/deployment.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), and related technologies.
- Desirable: Certifications such as TOGAF or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect, and experience with AI‑enabled EUC solutions.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.
Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact David on david.brickell@sse.com / 01738 275846 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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