Methods, Great Malvern, England, United Kingdom
Technology Lead
Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy based in the UK, partnering with central government departments and agencies to transform public sector operations. With over 30 years of experience, we focus on creating end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and future-oriented. Our human-centric approach sets us apart, emphasizing value and sustainability for clients, staff, communities, and the planet.
We support project success through collaboration, skill sharing, and learning from mistakes. While primarily focused on the public sector, we are expanding into the private sector. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in 2022.
Role Overview
We are recruiting a Technology Lead for a permanent on-site position, responsible for providing strategic and hands-on technical leadership for a complex Azure Stack Hub (ASH) and Private Cloud program. The role involves shaping the technical vision, driving innovation, ensuring architectural integrity, and delivering secure, scalable solutions. This role mirrors a CTO's responsibilities within our internal structure, aligning technical direction with program goals and fostering a high-performance engineering culture in hybrid environments.
Requirements
I. Core Technical Leadership & Strategy
* Define and communicate the technical vision aligned with business objectives
* Develop and implement strategic technology roadmaps for hybrid and private cloud environments
* Establish technical governance, standards, policies, and frameworks
* Identify and mitigate technical risks, including contingency and disaster recovery plans
* Promote innovation through technology scouting and fostering a forward-thinking culture
* Manage technical budgets for cost-effective investments
II. Deep Technical Expertise (ASH & Private Cloud)
* Lead design and deployment of Azure Stack Hub infrastructure, ensuring performance and resilience
* Enable core services (IaaS, PaaS) on ASH with secure identity management and hybrid connectivity
* Oversee operations like patching, monitoring, upgrades, and troubleshooting
* Guide virtualization, storage, networking, and compute infrastructure management in private clouds
* Champion automation, orchestration, and Infrastructure-as-Code practices
III. Complex Technology Landscape Management
* Lead integration efforts across ASH, private cloud, and legacy systems
* Implement security practices and API management strategies across multi-cloud/hybrid stacks
* Navigate regulated environments considering data sovereignty, latency, and disconnected operations
IV. Leadership & Management
* Inspire and lead technical teams, fostering excellence and collaboration
* Communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
* Delegate effectively and make informed decisions under pressure
* Manage vendor relationships and support agile delivery (Scrum, Kanban)
V. Soft Skills & Personal Attributes
* Operate with strategic foresight, balancing short-term needs with long-term vision
* Demonstrate resilience and adaptability
* Collaborate across functions and stakeholder groups with a solutions-focused approach
* Maintain a learning mindset to stay current with emerging trends
Key Considerations for the Program
* Deep understanding of specific use cases and constraints for ASH deployment (e.g., data sovereignty, disconnected environments)
* Familiarity with private cloud stacks and vendor technologies
* Ability to operate effectively in highly regulated, security-sensitive environments
This role requires Security Clearance and eligibility for Developed Vetting. Candidates will need to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check during onboarding. Details are available on Gov.UK. If unable to meet these criteria, employment may be delayed or rejected, which will be discussed during the interview process.
Benefits
At Methods, we value our people and their development. Benefits include:
* Opportunities to develop and grow skills
* Engagement in impactful projects
* Inspiring leadership and collaborative environment
* Access to training and development resources like LinkedIn Learning
* Wellness support, flexible working, social activities, generous leave, volunteering days, pension scheme, bonuses, life assurance, private medical and travel insurance, enhanced parental leave, and travel schemes
For full benefits details, visit our website.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Director
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Information Technology
* Industries: IT Services and Consulting
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