Public Sector Technical Architect — Strategy & Impact

Government Digital Service; Manchester; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government, with hubs in Manchester, London and Bristol, delivering the vision for a modern digital government. You will join OCTO to shape technology strategy, drive critical architecture initiatives and support the delivery of high-impact digital services across the public sector.

The role offers opportunities to influence policy, work with suppliers, mentor teams and contribute to the UK’s digital transformation on a scale that touches

Qualifications

• Experience delivering technology-related change to support wider organisational objectives.
• Ability to translate complex concepts into straightforward language for senior decision-makers (technical and non-technical).
• Experience working with technology suppliers.
• Ability to upskill others and share expertise within OCTO and GDS.

Responsibilities

• Lead on research and pieces of work to develop long-term strategy within your specialism.
• Shape government digital strategy by translating complex concepts for senior stakeholders.
• Support delivery of technologies that have positive impact on users.
• Promote work through speaking engagements and hosting community events.

Skills

Deliver tech change

Stakeholder communication

Technical leadership

Experience with suppliers

Job description

Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government, with hubs in Manchester, London and Bristol, delivering the vision for a modern digital government. You will join OCTO to shape technology strategy, drive critical architecture initiatives and support the delivery of high-impact digital services across the public sector.

The role offers opportunities to influence policy, work with suppliers, mentor teams and contribute to the UK’s digital transformation on a scale that touches