Lead Technical Architect

7 days ago

Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom UK Home Office Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

As a Lead Technical Architect, you will drive the design and implementation of enterprise-wide technical solutions that shape our future business capabilities. Leading cross-functional teams, you'll ensure alignment with broader government strategies while guiding solutions around modern technologies like cloud, AI, IoT, blockchain, and more. With a focus on security, agility, and innovation, you'll oversee multiple projects, mentor fellow architects, and collaborate with senior stakeholders. This is a pivotal role for an experienced leader passionate about delivering impactful solutions that support both user needs and organisational goals.

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What you will do

  • Define and maintain enterprise-wide technical strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with broader business objectives.
  • Oversee design reviews, incorporating "Secure by Design" principles and compliance with architectural governance.
  • Coordinate with cross-government teams and external partners to ensure cohesive, integrated solutions.
  • Drive digital innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, embracing best practices, and championing continuous improvement.
  • Mentor and coach architects, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
  • Facilitate the design and delivery of complex systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and security requirements are met.
  • Lead multiple projects, collaborating with stakeholders to address risks, budgets, and timelines.
  • Evaluate outcomes and integrate lessons learned into future strategies, enabling sustainable, long-term solutions.

What you will bring

  • Consistent track record of ability to lead complex technical architectures, championing innovation and best practices.
  • Experience working across multiple domains or projects, coordinating with third-party suppliers and cross-government teams.
  • Aptitude for anticipating future technologies and aligning solutions with broader strategies and business outcomes.
  • Expertise in delivering secure, reliable, and scalable systems within defined time and quality constraints.
  • Strong grasp of agile methodologies, DevOps principles, and design patterns, paired with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, translating complex technical topics for diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated leadership in mentoring or guiding other architects or technical professionals.

Additional Information

This role requires SC clearance. To meet national security vetting requirements, you typically need to have been resident in the UK for at least three years. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship.

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