Lead Technical Architect, End User Compute & Collaboration (EUC&C)

Government Recruitment Service; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in the UK is seeking a Lead Technical Architect to shape and deliver infrastructure solutions across various projects. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders, mentor junior architects, and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture. If you have a strong background in modern technologies and excellent communication skills, this is an opportunity to drive innovative outcomes and improve organizational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering technical solutions aligned with enterprise architecture.
• Ability to mentor junior architects and secure buy-in for initiatives.
• Knowledge of modern technologies and trends.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver infrastructure and technical solutions across multiple projects.
• Define technical roadmaps and advise on strategic technology investments.
• Identify opportunities for continual improvement and foster a high-performing community.

Skills

Infrastructure solutions

Collaboration with stakeholders

Mentoring

Communication

Job description

Overview

The End User Compute and Collaboration (EUC&C) team is a multifaceted group responsible for various critical functions within the organisation. The EUC&C team plays a vital role in enhancing the organisation's digital presence and improving collaboration and communication across various departments. Their efforts ensure that end-users have the tools and support they need to work efficiently and effectively.

The Collaboration Engineering team designs, delivers, and supports services built upon the full suite of E5 licensed products under M365, Power Platform and Azure. They offer tailored support, training, and promote the benefits of M365 tools through a Digital Champions community.

Role: Lead Technical Architect

As a Lead Technical Architect, you will proactively shape and deliver infrastructure and technical solutions across multiple projects or teams. You will ensure solutions align with the wider enterprise architecture and strategic goals, leveraging modern technologies to drive innovative outcomes. Collaborating with a range of stakeholders including senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners. You will balance near-term delivery with long-term scalability, security, and maintainability.

You will define and evolve technical roadmaps, advise on strategic technology investments, and identify opportunities for continual improvement. Through clear, concise communication, you will secure buy-in for architectural initiatives and mentor junior architects to foster a high-performing architecture community. By evaluating emerging trends, incorporating lessons learned, and championing best practices, you will keep the technical estate flexible and future-proof, positioning the organisation for ongoing success.