The Digital Data and Technology (DDaT) profession enable the Home Office to keep the UK safe and secure. They do this by designing, building, and running the services that help people apply for visas or passports, support policing and counter-terrorism operations, and protect the UK’s borders.
Team members have specialised knowledge and a calling to build on it. We want the best people to come to the Home Office and work in the diverse roles and communities they’re passionate about. This is how we produce exceptional outcomes.
Due to business requirements this post is available on a Full Time/Job Share/Flexible Working basis. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. Where this is the case, employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in the office . Queries can be raised to the address at the bottom of the advert.
We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from the widest diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We encourage applications from women, people with disabilities and LGBT+ as they are currently under-represented in the Home Office at this grade level. Appointments will be made on merit based on fair and open competition.
As a Lead Technical Architect, you will play a crucial role in shaping and delivering innovative technical and infrastructure solutions that drive the organisation’s future business capabilities and desired outcomes. You will lead the technical design of systems and services, ensuring they align with broader strategies, standards, and best practices across government.
This position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and technical expertise to create and implement strategies that embrace modern technologies such as cloud computing, AI, IoT, blockchain, edge computing, and immersive experiences. You will oversee multiple projects, providing architectural guidance, mentoring other architects, and ensuring that solutions meet both business & user needs and inline with Enterprise architecture.
Key responsibilities include:
* Defining, leveraging and delivering enterprise-wide technical strategies and architectures.
* Leading integration design and ensuring internal and cross-government alignment of systems and services.
* Promoting innovation, continuous improvement, and the adoption of best practices.
* Building collaborative partnerships with diverse teams and stakeholders.
* Join us to shape the future of technical architecture in a dynamic and impactful environment.
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