CTO - Contract

Methods Gloucester, England, United KingdomTechnology LeadMethods Gloucester, England, United Kingdom1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsMethods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future.Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses – with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet.We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio.Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022.Role Overview:Methods is currently recruiting for a Technology Lead role to join our team on a permanent basis – This role will be on-site 5 days per week.We are seeking a Core Technical Leader (CTL) to provide strategic and hands-on technical leadership for a complex and high-profile Azure Stack Hub (ASH) and Private Cloud programme. As the senior-most technical authority, the CTL will be responsible for shaping and guiding the programme\’s technology vision, driving innovation, ensuring architectural integrity, and delivering robust, secure, and scalable solutions.This role is designed to reflect the responsibilities typically held by a CTO, adapted to fit within internal structures. The CTL will play a pivotal role in aligning technical direction with programme goals, championing best practices, and fostering a high-performance engineering culture across hybrid environments.Requirements:Core Technical Leadership & StrategyDefine and communicate the programme\’s technical vision, aligned with overall business and mission objectivesDevelop and execute strategic technology roadmaps focused on hybrid and private cloud environmentsLead technical governance by establishing and enforcing standards, policies, and architectural frameworksIdentify and mitigate technical risks, with contingency and disaster recovery plansDrive innovation through technology scouting and by cultivating a forward-thinking technical cultureManage the technical budget, ensuring cost-effective technology investmentsDeep Technical Expertise (ASH & Private Cloud Focus)Lead design and deployment of Azure Stack Hub (ASH) infrastructure, ensuring performance, scalability, and resilienceEnable core services (IaaS, PaaS) on ASH with secure identity management and hybrid connectivityOversee operational aspects including patching, monitoring, upgrades, and troubleshootingGuide the design, configuration, and management of virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), storage solutions, networking, and compute infrastructure in private cloud environmentsChampion automation, orchestration, and Infrastructure-as-Code practices across the delivery lifecycleComplex Technology Landscape ManagementLead integration efforts across ASH, private cloud, and legacy/on-premise systems, addressing interoperability and migration challengesImplement robust security practices and API management strategies across multi-cloud and hybrid stacksNavigate complex, regulated environments with a deep understanding of data sovereignty, latency needs, and disconnected operationsLeadership & ManagementInspire and lead high-performing technical teams, fostering a culture of excellence and collaborationCommunicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders and senior leadershipEmpower team members, delegate effectively, and make timely, informed decisions under pressureManage vendor relationships and contribute to agile programme delivery processes (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)Soft Skills & Personal AttributesOperate with strategic foresight, balancing short-term requirements with long-term visionExhibit resilience and adaptability in the face of changing priorities and challenging conditionsCollaborate cross-functionally and across stakeholder groups, maintaining a solutions-focused approachMaintain a strong learning mindset, keeping pace with emerging trends in cloud, infrastructure, and enterprise technologiesKey Considerations for the Programme:Deep understanding of the specific use cases and constraints driving ASH deployment (e.g., data sovereignty, disconnected environments)Familiarity with the exact private cloud stack and related vendor technologiesAbility to operate effectively within a highly integrated, regulated, and security-sensitive environmentThis role will require you to have Security Clearance & be eligible and willing for Developed Vetting. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected – Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.Benefits:Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect:Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experienceBe part of exciting project work that is making a difference in societyStrong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadershipA supportive and collaborative environmentDevelopment: access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and trainingWellness: 24/7 confidential employee assistance programmeFlexible Working: including home working and part timeSocial: office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causesTime Off: 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each yearVolunteering: 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisationPension: Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contributionDiscretionary Company Bonus: based on company and individual performanceLife Assurance: of 4 times base salaryPrivate Medical Insurance: which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)Worldwide Travel Insurance: which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)Enhanced Maternity and Paternity PayTravel: season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme #J-18808-Ljbffr