
Hi, I’m Togy Thomas.
I’m a Solutions Architect who has designed end-to-end solutions for large organisations, including HM Revenue & Customs, the Ministry of Defence, Cambridge University Press & Assessments, and British American Tobacco.
My expertise spans application, integration, platform, and security architecture in multi-cloud environments.
I prefer to work with my clients on demand, giving you the support you need—when you need it.
Connect with me on LinkedIn or message me directly on WhatsApp: +44 7852 903786. I am based in the UK.
With over 20 years of experience in architecting technology systems, I offer:
Cloud-Native Solution Design
Accelerate innovation with secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-native platforms. By leveraging microservices, event-driven architectures, containerized deployments, and serverless computing, I enable faster time-to-market, seamless integrations, and cost-optimised operations.
Designs for Cloud Migration
Plan and execute secure, seamless migrations from on-premises solutions to AWS, Azure, or GCP. I design scalable target architectures, ensure smooth data and application transitions, and minimise risk and downtime - unlocking agility, cost efficiency, and cloud-enabled innovation.
High Quality Design Artefacts
Clear, comprehensive design artefacts for complex solutions across any cloud platform. My HLDs and LLDs align with industry standards, best practices, and well-architected frameworks, incorporating proven patterns and well-defined interfaces - removing ambiguity so delivery teams can execute with confidence, speed, and precision.
Coaching & mentoring
Hands-on coaching for junior architects and engineers; elevating teams while solving today’s problems.
Secure by Design Architecture
Embed security from the very beginning of every solution. I apply Secure by Design principles to ensure architectures are resilient against threats, compliant with industry standards, and aligned with well-architected frameworks. By addressing security concerns proactively, I reduce risks, simplify compliance, and enable faster, safer delivery.
By engaging with me on an on-demand basis, you gain:
Outcome based delivery
Agreed outcomes are delivered through well-defined work packages.
Avoid ramp-up delays and hiring costs
Start delivering short-term outcomes quickly, without long lead times or recruitment overhead.
Seamless Onboarding
Engage through your existing contractor procurement methods. No need to modify your standard contractor agreement.
Exceptional Value
You only pay for agreed work packages — with no idle resource costs. There’s no cost to set up the contract, but you’ll have an experienced architect on standby whenever the need arises.
Step 1: Seamless onboarding
I onboard through your existing contractor procurement process and standard agreements, using an agreed day rate.
Step 2: Define the work
We discuss your specific requirement and agree on the desired outcomes and effort — based on that, I define a work package.
Step 3: Delivery and invoicing
I deliver the agreed work package. I invoice only for the agreed effort.
Step 4: Flexible re-engagement
The contract remains in place with no ongoing costs. Re-engage me anytime a new need arises.








I’ve worked with a range of UK central government departments and large multinational enterprises in long-term contracts as a senior solution architect.
HM Revenue and Customs - UK Central Government
(Enterprise Integration Architect - Contract)
39 Months
Atomic Weapons Establishment, MoD - UK Central Government
(SaaS Integration Architect - Contract)
12 Months
Cambridge University Press and Assessments
(Event Driven Systems Integration Architect - Contract)
26 Months
The Home Office - UK Central Government
(Senior Solutions architect - Contract)
22 Months
TUI Travel PLC
(Solution Designer & Development Manager - Contract)
41 Months
British American Tobacco
(Application and Solutions Architect - Contract)
14 Months
Tesco.com
(Platform Architect - Contract)
30 Months
CGI
(Java Software Engineer - Employment)
5 Years.
For a description of my services at these organisations please visit my LinkedIn profile.








I hold several industry-recognised professional certifications in IT systems architecture, design, and development — reinforcing my ability to deliver reliable, modern, and standards-aligned solutions. I continuously upgrade my skillset to meet the evolving needs of modern cloud-native enterprises.
Certified Event Driven Architecture Practitioner
2024
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
2016
AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty
2025
AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer - Associate
2025
AWS Certified AI Practitioner
2024
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
2024
Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals
2024
Certified Java Programmer
2001
Linux Certification from The Linux Foundation
2020
PRINCE2 Certificate in project management
2006
You'll find many examples of architecture work packages that I can deliver on demand, listed on the Services page and organised under the following categories:
Application & Solution Architecture
Integration Architecture
Cloud & Platform Architecture
Security Architecture
Data & Analytics Architecture
AI & Machine Learning
Vendor/Product Evaluation and Selection
Architecture Governance
Each work package in these categories is outcome-focused and delivered efficiently with a clearly defined scope, timeline, and cost.