Deerfoot delivers Enterprise IT Architecture expertise, securing long-term strategic appointments with our true partnership approach to architecture hiring risk.
- Permanent: 6‑month, 100% refund guarantee – we share the hiring risk on every placement.
- Contract: highly competitive, with mark‑ups starting from just 8%.
We source TOGAF-certified Enterprise Architects, Solutions Architects, Cloud Architects, and Domain Architects across cloud-native, zero-trust, and AI-integrated specialisms. See our architecture specialisms below.
Selected by Industry Leaders for IT Architecture Recruitment
- MUFG - Japan's largest bank trusts Deerfoot for Enterprise Architects and Cloud migration specialists.
- Cognizant - Places Domain Architects for microservices and API-first transformations.
- LSEG - London Stock Exchange Group hires Solutions Architects through our architecture recruitment expertise.
- Capgemini - Global digital leader sources TOGAF-certified Enterprise Architects via Deerfoot.
- Quilter - Leading UK wealth manager recruits Cloud Architects for hybrid infrastructure.
- Global Relay - Financial compliance leader hires Zero Trust Architecture specialists.
- Wipro - Sources Technical Architects for legacy modernisation projects.
- Amadeus - Travel tech giant recruits Solutions Architects for event-driven systems.
Specialists in IT Architecture Recruitment
Permanent, Contract, and Interim Enterprise Architects, Solutions Architects & Cloud Architects across key sectors.
Finding top architecture talent requires more than matching TOGAF, ArchiMate or cloud certification expertise. We identify strategic visionaries who combine enterprise architecture frameworks with cloud-native design and zero-trust principles for mission-critical digital transformations.
Enterprise Architecture Strategy
Strategic portfolio governance requires TOGAF mastery, business alignment, and technology roadmap expertise. We connect organisations with architects who define enterprise-wide transformation and portfolio standards.
Typical hires include
- Enterprise Architects
- TOGAF Specialists
- Portfolio Strategists
- Chief Architects
Solutions Architecture Design
Complex cloud migrations, system integrations, and microservices demand proven design authority. We source architects who translate business strategy into scalable technical blueprints.
Typical hires include:
- Solutions Architects
- Integration Architects
- Cloud Migration Leads
- Technical Design Authorities
Cloud Architecture Optimisation
Multi-cloud and hybrid infrastructure requires Well-Architected expertise and cost governance. We deliver architects who optimise AWS, Azure, GCP for enterprise scale.
Typical hires include:
- Cloud Architects
- Well-Architected Specialists
- Cloud Strategy Leads
- FinOps Architects
Domain Driven Architecture
Microservices and distributed systems need DDD and event storming specialists. We connect organisations with architects who own bounded contexts and domain models.
Typical hires include:
- Domain Architects
- DDD Specialists
- Event Storming Leads
- Microservices Architects
Technical Architecture Leadership
Proof-of-concept and architecture prototyping require hands-on technical leadership. We source architects who build API ecosystems and validate architecture patterns.
Typical hires include:
- Technical Architects
- Proof of Concept Architects
- API Architects
- Architecture Prototypers
Security Architecture Integration
Zero Trust and secure-by-design principles must be embedded from day one. We deliver architects who integrate threat modelling and SASE across enterprise systems.
Typical hires include:
- Security Architects
- Zero Trust Architects
- Threat Model Specialists
- SASE Architects
12 Months IT Architecture Peace of Mind Guarantee
Our specialist IT Architecture recruitment process consistently delivers TOGAF-certified Enterprise Architects, Solutions Architects, and Cloud Architects. When you hire through Deerfoot, you benefit from industry-leading protection:
- Months 0–6: Covered by our industry‑leading 100% refund guarantee
- Months 7–12: Extended peace of mind with a free replacement hire
Market Insights & Benchmarking
Q2 2026: Market trends in IT Architecture
Hiring for IT Architecture is characterised by strategic investment amid digital transformation acceleration. While overall market confidence remains measured rather than overheated, demand surges for architects who design AI-integrated, cloud-native, and zero-trust systems that align business strategy with scalable technology roadmaps.
Firms prioritise skills-led hiring for roles blending TOGAF governance, Domain-Driven Design, multi-cloud strategy, event-driven architectures, and secure-by-design principles. At the same time, many turn to senior contractors and interim Enterprise Architects to accelerate cloud consolidation and legacy modernisation when permanent headcount faces budget constraints. In this landscape, a compelling employer value proposition, efficient hiring processes, and close collaboration with specialist IT Architecture recruiters like Deerfoot are essential to secure top talent and maximise the impact of every strategic architecture hire.
Helping you secure the right architecture talent. IT Architecture Recruitment benchmarking
Our benchmarking service provides valuable insight into current 2026 market rates for IT Architecture roles – from £105k Technical Architects to £180k Enterprise Architects – helping you make informed hiring decisions for TOGAF, cloud-native, and zero-trust specialists.
A Controlled, Multi-Step Process Quality IT Architecture Hires
Our IT Architecture recruitment service is designed for environments where strategic alignment, technical scalability, and enterprise governance are non-negotiable.
Step 1: Consultative Briefing & Vacancy Video
We don't just take a job spec; we understand your enterprise transformation goals, cloud consolidation roadmap, and TOGAF governance requirements. We produce a bespoke video showcasing your Enterprise Architect, Solutions Architect, or Cloud Architecture opportunity to attract top C-level and passive talent.
Step 2: Advanced AI & Market-Wide Search
Beyond our 26-year database, we deploy industry-leading intelligent search tools targeting TOGAF-certified professionals, Domain-Driven Design experts, multi-cloud architects across the entire UK market – active and passive.
Step 3: Two-Step Screening & Tailored Discovery
Candidates complete a tailored architecture assessment specific to your needs (TOGAF modelling, cloud Well-Architected review, threat modelling) and undergo rigorous two-step screening for strategic thinking, framework mastery, and cultural fit.
Step 4: The Peer Review "Quality Gate"
Before a shortlist reaches your desk, candidates are assessed by two senior Deerfoot IT Architecture Consultants – each with an average of 19 years tech recruitment. This second layer of expertise ensures only production-ready Enterprise Architects are presented.
