Lead Technical Architect

Office for National Statistics; Darlington; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Technical Architect to spearhead innovative Google Cloud projects. This role emphasizes strategic alignment and quality assurance in system and service design, while also providing mentorship to junior staff. With a flexible hybrid working model, this position offers the opportunity to balance professional growth with personal commitments. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and fosters a supportive environment for continuous learning and development. If you are ready to make impactful architectural decisions and communicate complex concepts effectively, this role is tailored for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working and flexible hours

Market-leading pension scheme with 29% employer contribution

26 weeks full pay maternity leave

Opportunities for on-the-job learning

Employee Assistance Programmes

Generous holiday allowance: 25 days annual leave

Diversity Network Groups

Mental Health Allies

Civil Service Sports and Social club

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading system and service design.
• Confident in making high-level architectural decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of Google Cloud architectures for various projects.
• Mentor junior staff and define best practices.

Skills

Google Cloud Architectures

System Design

Service Design

Mentoring

Communication Skills

Job description

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Location: We operate a flexible hybrid working model across the UK, with colleagues based in Newport, Titchfield (Fareham), Manchester, Edinburgh, London, or Darlington, working both in-office and remotely. The minimum office attendance requirement is 40%.

Working Patterns: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Job Share options available.

Closing Date: Apply before 11:55pm on Thursday 15th May 2025.

We are seeking a Lead Technical Architect, primarily focusing on Google Cloud architectures, to work on multiple projects, leading system and service design, ensuring quality and strategic alignment.

You will also mentor junior staff and help define best practices within the organisation.

As a seasoned professional and architectural expert, you will be confident in iterating designs, making high-level decisions, and communicating complex concepts effectively.

For a detailed job description and required skills & experience, please click the APPLY button to view the full advert on Civil Service Jobs.

We offer:

• Hybrid working and flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
• A market-leading pension scheme with around 29% employer contribution
• Flexible working patterns for all roles
• 26 weeks of full pay maternity, adoption, or shared parental leave (subject to criteria)
• Opportunities for on-the-job learning and professional development
• Employee Assistance Programmes, Diversity Network Groups, Mental Health Allies, Civil Service Sports and Social club
• Generous holiday allowance: 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 5 years, plus 9 public holidays

For more details and to apply, click APPLY to visit Civil Service Jobs.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Government Administration

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