Offre d'emploi Lead Technical Architect - MHCLG - G7

As a Lead Technical Architect You'll have;

• Proven Technical Architecture leadership in complex, data-intensive services at scale 

 • Strong knowledge of data modelling, metadata, cataloguing, quality management, and governance for open and shared data. 

• Hands-on understanding of cloud-native architectures (AWS/Azure/GCP), including IaC (Terraform/ARM), CI/CD, observability and cost management. 

• Demonstrable application of security by design, privacy, and access controls in multi-tenant data platforms. 

• Excellent communication skills: ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear options and narratives for non-technical stakeholders. 

• Track record of delivering solutions on time and within scope, balancing budget, security, and quality considerations. 

• Experience managing diverse technology landscapes, including third-party suppliers and cloud environments

Bristol, Darlington, London, Manchester, Wolverhampton

Here at the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG), we work on things that make a real difference to people's lives. 

Whether it's through the homes we live in, the work of our local councils, or the communities we're all part of, our work is at the top of the political agenda. We have ambitious and far-reaching outcomes to achieve this year and, if you're thinking of joining us, there's never been a more exciting time.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Digital Planning Programme, our mission is to modernise the planning system through digital transformation; making it more transparent, accessible, and efficient for everyone.

As a Technical Architect , you will own the technical architecture for key planning data products and platforms, responsible for setting and governing the technical strategy for data standards, APIs, integration patterns, cloud architecture, and information governance. You’ll guide delivery teams to make the right technical and design decisions, ensure interoperability across services, and balance innovation with pragmatic delivery.

You will influence senior stakeholders and external partners (e.g., local authorities, vendors, and other government departments) to drive adoption and reuse. With a genuine passion for next-generation technologies, you will drive innovation, security, and scalability, helping to shape the future of public services.