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Lead Technical Architect (Solutions)

Job details
Posting date: 17 November 2025
Salary: £75,026 to £99,836 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 07 December 2025
Location: LS2 7UA
Company: Government Recruitment Service
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 436890/1

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Summary

Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. For further information, please see 'Selection process details'.

Do you want work collaboratively designing modern IT architecture for some of the largest digital transformations in Europe?

Do you want to help support millions of our claimants by designing user-friendly digital services?

If so, these roles may be perfect for you!

We are seeking an experienced Lead Technical Architect specialising in Collaboration and Communication technology, who possesses the expertise to operate effectively within complex digital environments. The successful candidate will support key initiatives within Technology Services by providing leadership on relevant products and services.

You will collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across DWP Digital to support the delivery of solutions, creating options and recommendations, and providing expert advice to drive technology choices.

The roles will include the design, oversight and architecture governance of IT solutions that support DWP customers.

This is an exciting time to join us. You’ll shape the future and support our mission to deliver exceptional products and services that work for everyone.

A Lead Technical Architect (Solutions) leads at the highest level and is responsible for making sure the strategy is agreed and followed.

At this role level, you will:

  • Network and communicate with senior stakeholders across organisations.
  • Proactively seek opportunities for digital transformation.
  • Support multiple teams, finding and using best practice and emerging technologies.
  • Inspire other architects and help them understand how to deliver the goals of the organisation.
  • Be responsible for governance, solving complex and high risk issues or delivering architecture design.

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