DV Cleared Lead Technical Architect

Experis UK; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 135,653 - 177,996; Full time

Job summary

Experis - ManpowerGroup is seeking a Lead Technical Architect for an office-based role in Basingstoke, England. This six-month contract role offers a rate of up to £850 per day and requires a strong background in IaaS and PaaS delivery. The successful candidate will lead technical teams, shape strategic direction, and ensure architecture governance in a mission-critical environment. Candidates must hold DV clearance and possess excellent communication skills with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering secure, large-scale IaaS, PaaS, and workplace solutions.
• Strong skills in creating technical design artefacts such as HLDs and LLDs.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and skilled in Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of managed service components from design through to deployment.
• Collaborate with technical leadership for enhanced delivery efficiency.
• Act as technical lead, providing guidance and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Technical leadership

IaaS and PaaS delivery

Agile methodologies

Communication with stakeholders

Job description

DV Cleared Lead Technical Architect

Location: Basingstoke – Office-based, 5 days a week.
Duration: 6 months with possible extension.
Rate: Up to £850 per day via an approved umbrella company.
Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV Clearance process.

Are you a seasoned technology leader with a strong background in delivering IaaS, PaaS, and Workplace services? Our client is hiring a Lead Technical Architect to spearhead the technical teams in transforming a large, mission‑critical environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape strategy, drive innovation, and lead complex solutions that create real value for end users.

What you'll be doing

• Leading the technical delivery of managed service components from design through to deployment and live operation.
• Collaborating with technical leadership to enhance delivery efficiency and cohesion across multiple technology areas.
• Shaping strategic direction and roadmaps for key delivery domains.
• Acting as the technical lead, providing guidance to teams and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensuring architecture governance, compliance, and integrity of customer environments.
• Reporting to the Solution Lead and working within an agile, multi‑skilled team including security, service, and management disciplines.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience in delivering secure, resilient, large‑scale IaaS, PaaS, and workplace solutions.
• Strong skills in creating and owning technical design artefacts such as HLDs and LLDs.
• Ability to problem‑solve and present ideas using various design thinking methods.
• Experience managing and motivating teams to meet delivery plans.
• Skilled in Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills with senior internal and customer stakeholders.
• Must hold DV clearance and be a single UK national, with experience working in highly secure, mission‑critical environments.

This initial six‑month contract offers a rate of £850 per day. If you're ready to lead transformative projects in a dynamic environment, apply now to join a passionate team dedicated to delivering impactful solutions.