Lead Technical Architect

2 months ago


Swansea, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Location

Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Oldham, Swansea

About The Job

Job summary

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is embracing the practice of Enterprise Architecture, and we are looking to build a team of Architects who will support the Chief Architect to shape this exciting initiative.

As part of our enterprise architecture practice, you will be at the forefront of digital transformation and joining our talented and experienced cross-disciplinary architecture community to drive business-led transformation with innovative solutions.

Your work will help ensure the safety of citizens on Great Britain’s roads and contribute to keeping Britain moving safely and sustainably.

Job Description

You will:

* Lead a team who architect cloud based digital services and who are responsible for the creation and maintenance of solution architectures that are coherent, solve complex and high risk challenges

* Responsible for the team that creates and maintains as-is, transition and to-be Solutions Architectures which meet the needs of DVSA, whilst delivering value for money for their designated business capabilities

* Be responsible for the solution architect team that lead technical designs of systems and services, and who articulate key design decisions effectively.

* Provide mentoring within teams and provide leadership to architects within DVSA architecture community.

For further information please see the attached Role Profile.

Additional Information

This role can be based in Bristol, Swansea, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham, Birmingham or Leeds, and your presence at one of these locations will form part of the working arrangements agreed with you. We operate a hybrid working model giving you greater flexibility about where and when you work. Our expectation is that you will spend a minimum 60% of your time at your base location. Visits to other DVSA sites or work locations count towards this.

Person specification

We are looking for individuals who have:

* Understanding of complex technological landscapes

* Experience liaising with stakeholders and translating business requirements into relevant solution design artefacts

* A track record in strategising and executing transformation initiatives, with hands-on involvement in business change efforts leveraging AWS and/or Microsoft Azure cloud ecosystems.

* Proficient in integrating various products and cloud services within these dynamic environments

* Dynamic leadership, motivational prowess, and strong interpersonal skills that enables seamless collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Additionally, adept at communicating, presenting, and negotiating effectively, driving impactful change among senior decision-makers.

Please view the attached role profile for an in depth view of the post.

There may be an element of travel associated with this role to other DVSA offices, with some infrequent overnight stays.

Please take note that DVSA does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

About Us

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably.

We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles.

We’re working hard to:

* Make roads safer.

* Improve services for our customers.

* Make road transport greener and healthier.

* Harness the potential of technology and data.

We’re committed to giving all our colleagues purpose, professionalism and pride in what we do. We work in supportive, diverse and inclusive teams where everyone is valued. You can grow, develop and progress, and make a real difference to society.

We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice and welcome and encourage applications from everyone, such as ethnic minorities, women, disabled people and those who identify as LGBT+.

To find out more about how we champion diversity and inclusion in the workplace and making DVSA a great place to work visit our Careers website .

Benefits

* An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

* Exceptional pension with an employer contribution of an average of 28.97%.

* Generous Annual Leave - 25 days holiday, increasing by 1 each year of service, up to 30.

* 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.

* Latest IT and Tech devices.

* A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.

* Excellent learning and development tailored to your role including paid apprenticeships up to Masters level.

* Wide range of discounts schemes on high street names.

* Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing.

* Cycle to work scheme and Gym membership offers.

* For more information see visit our careers page



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