We are looking for a Technical Architect to shape the architecture of shared components that support app-based user journeys and digital credentials. You will guide engineering teams, take designs through technical governance, and work across several government departments and cloud platforms. What you will do
- Advise on the technical architecture of common components supporting app-native journeys and digital credentials.
- Guide the team through technical design authority and governance forums.
- Advise on DevOps tooling best practice and review its implementation with engineers.
- Work across multiple tech stacks, including AWS, GCP and Azure.
- Deliver at scale in a multi-department environment.
- Produce architecture artefacts such as high-level designs, low-level designs and tech stack definitions.
- Work within strategic and enterprise architecture constraints, engaging the wider architecture community when the team needs to move outside them. Proven experience as a Technical or Solution Architect on large-scale digital services.
- Hands-on knowledge of at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP or Azure), with exposure to the others.
- Strong understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD and modern engineering tooling.
- Experience producing HLDs, LLDs and architecture decision records.
- Confidence taking designs through governance boards and explaining trade-offs to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience working in a multi-team or multi-organisation environment.
Desirable
- Experience with mobile app architecture, digital identity or credential services.
- UK public sector experience and familiarity with the GDS Service Standard and Technology Code of Practice.
Technical Architect in City of Westminster employer: scrumconnect ltd
Scrumconnect Consulting is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a supportive work culture in Newcastle. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as being a Disability Confident employer, we provide meaningful opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals to thrive in their recruitment careers.
