Data and Systems Senior Technical Officer

Salary M2 Grade £42,839 to £46,145Location: Hybrid / RemoteFull time 37 hours a weekReady to lead data innovation at Luton Council? We're looking for a skilled Data and Systems Senior Technical Officer to drive our journey towards automation, open data, and intelligence-led decision making. In this pivotal role, you'll architect robust data solutions, shape strategy, and champion data quality—helping us transform service delivery for our community. If you're an expert in BI, passionate about harnessing data, and eager to make a real difference, this opportunity is for youAbout the Job As a Data and Systems Senior Technical Officer at Luton Council, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and managing the council's data landscape to drive innovation, automation, and open data initiatives.You will lead the development of robust data architecture, build and maintain data flows and models, and create insightful dashboards using tools such as Power BI and Qlik.Your expertise will ensure business requirements are translated into effective data solutions, supporting the council in its journey towards being intelligence-led and maximising the potential of its valuable data resources.Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you will guarantee the integrity, security and accessibility of data in line with statutory guidelines and best practice standards.About You You are an experienced data professional with a proven track record in developing BI reports, dashboards, and managing master data systems in either the public or private sector.You possess advanced technical skills across the Microsoft BI stack, including Power BI, SQL, and related data tools.Equally comfortable building relationships with colleagues and presenting complex information to non-technical audiences, you are a strong problem solver with excellent organisational abilities.You are committed to continuous professional development, possess a deep understanding of the Data Protection Act 2018, and thrive in collaborative, innovative environments.Your passion for data quality, process improvement and delivering meaningful insights will help drive Luton Council's vision forward.Why Luton Council?At Luton Council, we are committed to delivering excellent services that meet the needs of our diverse community. We believe our people are our greatest asset and we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.In return, we offer:A competitive salary and benefits packageOpportunities for professional development and career progressionFlexible working arrangementsA chance to make a real difference in the communityApply NowIf you're ready to take the next step in your IT career and want to be part of a forward-thinking local authority, we'd love to hear from you.About usOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our boroughApplication ProcessInterview Date: 9th January 2026Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.BenefitsWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travelHow to applyWe understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out