Head of Digital and DevOps

Leonardo Bristol, England, United KingdomAll potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.OverviewThe Head of Digital Engineering will provide technical and functional leadership across the Digital Engineering Practice as well as support the introduction of a DevOps approach across the wider delivery function. This leadership role will report to the VP Delivery and will work closely with the other Practice Leads in the Delivery function to implement and assure common and repeatable delivery approaches for our products to customers. The ideal candidate will have experience in complex systems integration and ICT delivery projects to UK Government and Defence, and an understanding of organisational design and change.What You'll BringExperience in delivering complex ICT and systems integration projects to UK Government and DefenceDeep understanding of ICT system development including operating models and regulatory frameworksStrong leadership collaboration and cross functional communication skillsExperience leading an engineering function and undertaking people related leadership activities such as coaching, mentoring, performance management, resource planning and supporting in the creation of career and skills frameworksFamiliarity with Agile / DevOps methodologies, preferably at high security classificationsExperience in business change within complex organisationSecurity ClearanceThis role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information please visit the Leonardo careers security page.ResponsibilitiesAct as the Technical Design Authority for Digital Engineering projects, working with the Divisional CTO to provide assurance over delivery to customersCollaborate with Practice Leads to understand and provide technical assurance over delivery processes and output across a range of projects and programmesLead the Digital Engineering Practice in partnership with the People and Capability Lead to support a workforce across various job rolesDefine and implement career pathways and job roles within Digital Engineering in line with the wider Career Progression FrameworkLead and support delivery of projects to customers as requiredSupport the VP Delivery in developing common methodologies and artefacts for Delivery approaches and customer articulation to improve business winning capabilitiesDevelop guidance on technical delivery approaches for Digital Engineering of our xpwpeyx Products in collaboration with the Divisional CTOWhy join usTime to Recharge: generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days per yearSecure your Future: pension with up to 15% employer contributionYour Wellbeing Matters: mental health support, financial advice, and employee networks supporting inclusion and diversityRewarding Performance: bonus scheme for employees at management level and belowNever Stop Learning: access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn LearningRefer a friend: financial referral rewardTailored Perks: flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, discounts, gym memberships and moreFlexible working: hybrid options; part-time opportunities may be possibleDetailsPrimary Location: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour LaneContract Type: PermanentHybrid Working: Hybrid#J-18808-Ljbffr