Digital Technology Delivery / Technical Architect

Colchester City Council; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in England is seeking an experienced Technology Delivery / Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of IT solutions. This role involves managing a skilled technical team and ensuring the security and availability of cloud-based and physical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud platforms and stakeholder management. Join us in shaping tomorrow’s digital landscape.

Benefits

Hybrid working environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience of managing systems lifecycles including the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms and hybrid architectures.
• Expertise in infrastructure and networking.

Responsibilities

• Ensure availability and security of the Council’s IT infrastructure.
• Collaborate to meet Digital Strategy.
• Provide technical leadership across multiple projects.

Skills

Managing systems lifecycles

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Infrastructure knowledge

Networking expertise

Security knowledge

Software development lifecycle

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Contract type: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Working hours: 37 hours per week

Please note this vacancy may close at any time, once sufficient applications have been received, therefore early submission of your application is encouraged.

About the Role

We’re seeking a visionary, experienced Technology Delivery / Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge IT solutions across our Council. You will be joining at an exciting time as the Council prepares for the National devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), where you will be involved with planning, implementing and supporting new systems and networks for the resulting new organisation. You’ll be responsible for managing and working with a team of three experienced technical engineers who maintain the Council’s cloud based and physical infrastructure, so a good, working knowledge of Microsoft Azure is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• The availability, security and maintenance of the Council’s Cloud Based and physical network environment.
• Ensure the Council’s infrastructure is capable of supporting the Digital Strategy and the Public Sector Network (PSN) as we move to the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF).
• Collaborate with the rest of the Digital Team including the Managers, to assist with meeting the Digital Strategy and leading the Technical Design Authority (TDA).
• Providing support and advice to Council Officers and Councillors when required.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate, ensuring they meet the Council’s SAAS policy.
• Provide technical leadership across multiple projects and mentor team members, including working with equivalents in other Council’s across Essex.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience of managing systems lifecycles including the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and hybrid architectures.
• Expertise in infrastructure, networking, security, and software development lifecycle.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Traits

• Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation.
• Ability to simplify complexity and drive clarity.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, agile environments.
• ITIL / Azure Fundamentals accreditation.

What We Offer

• A hybrid working environment which requires 1 day working from our main office and the rest at home.
• Opportunities for professional growth and certification.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Pension scheme.

Ready to help shape the Council’s future? Apply now and be part of a team that’s shaping tomorrow’s digital landscape.