Lead Technologist

TXP; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Lead Technologist for cloud modernisation projects within the government sector. The ideal candidate will have experience in cloud technologies (AWS/Azure) and be skilled in legacy system transformation. This role offers a daily rate of £675 inside IR35 for a duration of 6 months, with flexible working locations including London and Manchester.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading cloud modernisation projects.
• Strong understanding of legacy system transformation.
• Ability to navigate government commercial frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead cloud modernisation projects from on-premise to public cloud.
• Manage the end-to-end life cycle of technology transformation.
• Work with a team on new initiatives.

Skills

Cloud modernisation experience (AWS/Azure)

Legacy technology transformation (VMware, Hyper‑V, Oracle)

Government sector experience

Agile delivery and digital service modernisation

Strategic thinking with technical depth

Job description

Lead Technologist - Cloud Modernisation

£675/day Inside IR35 | 6 Months | Government Programme

The Role

• Lead cloud modernisation projects (on‑premise to public cloud)
• End‑to‑end life cycle management and legacy system transformation
• Navigate government commercial frameworks and procurement
• Work on new initiatives from inception with a team of 5

Essential Skills

• Cloud modernisation experience (AWS/Azure) – disqualifying if absent
• Legacy technology transformation (VMware, Hyper‑V, Oracle)
• Government sector experience (almost essential)
• Agile delivery and digital service modernisation
• Strategic thinking with technical depth

The Details

• Rate: £675/day inside IR35
• Duration: 6 months
• Location: London/Brislington/Manchester (any location, flexible working)
• Clearance: BPSS minimum, SC preferable