Strategic Technical Architect — Lead Enterprise Architecture

UK Home Office; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Career growth opportunities

Flexible working options

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

A UK government agency is seeking a Strategic Capability Lead to oversee technical strategy and governance for high-impact programmes. This role involves collaboration with senior stakeholders and mentorship of architects, contributing to national security and public service initiatives. Candidates should possess strong leadership in complex architectural design and a strategic vision for the future of technology.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering innovative technical architectures.
• Ability to manage diverse technology landscapes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the technical strategy for complex programmes.
• Lead governance and assurance processes ensuring security and alignment.
• Mentor architects and teams, driving a culture of excellence.

Skills

Leadership in complex architectures

Strategic foresight

Management of technology landscapes

Knowledge of engineering principles

Strong communication skills

Ownership of technical roadmaps

Job description

A UK government agency is seeking a Strategic Capability Lead to oversee technical strategy and governance for high-impact programmes. This role involves collaboration with senior stakeholders and mentorship of architects, contributing to national security and public service initiatives. Candidates should possess strong leadership in complex architectural design and a strategic vision for the future of technology.