Lead Technical Architect

UK Home Office; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in the UK seeks a Lead Technical Architect to drive enterprise-wide technical solutions. This pivotal role requires a proven leader with experience in managing complex architectures and mentoring teams. Responsibilities include defining technical strategies, overseeing design reviews, and evaluating emerging technologies. Candidates should possess strong stakeholder management skills and a background in agile methodologies. Full-time position based in Liverpool, requiring SC clearance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading complex technical architectures.
• Experience with third-party suppliers and cross-government teams.
• Ability to anticipate future technologies and align solutions.
• Expertise in delivering secure, scalable systems.
• Strong grasp of agile methodologies and enterprise architecture.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain technical strategies and architectures.
• Oversee design reviews and compliance with architectural governance.
• Coordinate with government teams and external partners.
• Drive digital innovation and champion continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach architects to foster collaboration.
• Lead multiple projects and manage risks, budgets, and timelines.

Skills

Leadership in technical architectures

Cross-functional team coordination

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Mentoring architects

Tools

TOGAF

DevOps tools

Job description

Strategic Capability Lead (Home Office Digital) - Product, Delivery & Architecture at UK Home Office

As a Lead Technical Architect, you will drive the design and implementation of enterprise-wide technical solutions that shape our future business capabilities. Leading cross-functional teams, you’ll ensure alignment with broader government strategies while guiding solutions around modern technologies like cloud, AI, IoT, blockchain, and more. With a focus on security, agility, and innovation, you’ll oversee multiple projects, mentor fellow architects, and collaborate with senior stakeholders. This is a pivotal role for an experienced leader passionate about delivering impactful solutions that support both user needs and organisational goals.

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What you will do

• Define and maintain enterprise-wide technical strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with broader business objectives.
• Oversee design reviews, incorporating “Secure by Design” principles and compliance with architectural governance.
• Coordinate with cross-government teams and external partners to ensure cohesive, integrated solutions.
• Drive digital innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, embracing best practices, and championing continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach architects, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
• Facilitate the design and delivery of complex systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and security requirements are met.
• Lead multiple projects, collaborating with stakeholders to address risks, budgets, and timelines.
• Evaluate outcomes and integrate lessons learned into future strategies, enabling sustainable, long-term solutions.

What you will bring

• Consistent track record of ability to lead complex technical architectures, championing innovation and best practices.
• Experience working across multiple domains or projects, coordinating with third-party suppliers and cross-government teams.
• Aptitude for anticipating future technologies and aligning solutions with broader strategies and business outcomes.
• Expertise in delivering secure, reliable, and scalable systems within defined time and quality constraints.
• Strong grasp of agile methodologies, DevOps principles, and design patterns, paired with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, translating complex technical topics for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring or guiding other architects or technical professionals.

Additional Information

This role requires SC clearance. To meet national security vetting requirements, you typically need to have been resident in the UK for at least three years. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology, Strategy/Planning, and Design
• Government Administration and Technology, Information and Media