Strategic Tech Architect: Enterprise Solutions & Security

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

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.