Technical Architect

Data Services and Analytics (DSA) consist of technical and non-technical professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds, we are the hub of data expertise within the department. We support our teams with structured learning, both formal and on-the-job, mentoring and feedback. We embrace diversity and inclusion to ensure we represent the public we serve, and we are passionate about fair treatment and the wellbeing of our colleagues as part of our ambitions to be a brilliant Civil Service. By joining Data Services and Analytics now, you can help drive forward our aim to become recognised as the leading provider of data insight services in Government.

A Technical Architect is responsible for the design and build of Technical Architecture. As a Technical Architect, you will undertake structured analysis of technical issues, translating this analysis into technical designs that describe a solution. You will be consulted on design and can provide design patterns. You will identify the deeper issues that need fixing and look for opportunities to collaborate and reuse components, communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You will be able to build effective partnerships with diverse teams across multiple locations and technologies.

What You'll Do:

• Analysing existing systems to ensure they offer adequate security and meet the needs of the organisation
• Recommending technologies or improvements to enhance systems to support project goals, based on the analysis of systems' needs and requirements of the business
• Inputting into the design and review processes for new solutions and services by developing and documenting the proposed technical design for the integration and implementation of the solution
• Supporting the creation of detailed plans for the integration of new systems architecture into existing infrastructure
• Owning a digital component(s) and ensuring the design and solution fit with the wider designs
• Understanding and adhering to governance and assurance processes

Essential skills:

• Designing quality services, with a strong technical ability and proven technical background.
• Striving for technical excellence and innovation solution design.
• Navigating the complex landscapes of technologies, 3rd party suppliers, internal and cross-government teams.
• Working with Agile development experience using DevOps principles and good engineering principles.
• Understanding of a technical roadmap and strategy.
• Understanding of the 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.

Benefits include:

• Exceptional pension: Employer contribution of 28.97%.
• Generous leave: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service), 8 public holidays, and 1 day for the King's Birthday.
• Flexible working: Options include full-time, part-time, compressed hours, job sharing, and a hybrid model (minimum 60% on-site).
• Learning and development: Access to training, technical accreditation's, and funded qualifications (subject to approval).
• Recognition and inclusion: A culture that champions diversity, enhanced parental leave schemes, annual bonuses, and recognition awards.

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.