Lead Technical Architect

The End User Compute and Collaboration (EUC&C) team is a multifaceted group responsible for various critical functions within the organization. The EUC&C team plays a vital role in enhancing the organization'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.

As a Lead Technical Architect, you will operate within the Collaboration Engineering team at solution levels to ensure EUC&C designs and systems meet requirements and align with the broader strategic direction for Enterprise Services and DDaT, the Home Office and Government. You will be responsible for leading the technical design and development of systems and services for Collaboration Engineering, working together with an internal team of Civil Servants and suppliers. Lead Technical Architects share the responsibility for establishing the Home Office approach to Technical Architecture and guide projects in using architectures, principles, standards and tooling to deliver new systems and services for citizens and Home Office users.

What You'll Do:

• Creating optimal technical designs through an iterative process, aligning such factors as the user need within the system requirements, security and organisational objectives.
• Leading the design and review processes for new solution and services, evidencing the inclusion of 'Secure by Design" in the technical designs you produce, oversee and approve.
• Developing and documenting the proposed technical design for the integration and implementation of any solution, working with and across other areas of Home Office Government Digital and Data Profession and the business.
• Presenting recommendations for technologies or improvements to enhance systems to support project goals clearly to senior management, based on knowledge of IT and analysis of systems' needs.
• Contributing to the development of architectural practice, ensuring a coherent and consistent strategy across cyber, cloud, data centre, storage, network, mobile and the user experience of infrastructure.
• Contributing to the overall technical strategy and road map for the department in your area of expertise.

Essential skills:

• Evidencing strong technical leadership qualities, with a passion for delivering.
• Leading edge designs and inspiring a culture of technical excellence and innovative solutions.
• Navigating the complex landscapes of technologies, 3rd party suppliers, internal and cross-government teams across multiple projects.
• Anticipating and advising on future technology that present opportunities for the product or programme.
• Managing and delivering complex technology solutions within time, cost and quality targets.
• Defining, owning and contributing to the technical roadmap and strategy.
• Demonstrating a detailed knowledge of technical requirements to implement, design and manage associated technologies.

Why join us:

At the Home Office, your work has real-world impact, shaping the safety and security of millions. We offer:

• Meaningful Work: Contribute to critical national security and public service initiatives.
• Career Growth: Benefit from tailored development frameworks and professional communities.
• Flexible Working: Balance your professional and personal life with hybrid work options.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Join a workplace where your unique background and talents are celebrated.
• Learn more about our benefits: Benefits - Home Office Careers

Additional Information:

• This role requires SC clearance. To meet national security vetting requirements, you must typically have been resident in the UK for at least five years. Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor visas.