Digital Technology Delivery / Technical Architect – Colchester City Council
Digital Technology Delivery / Technical Architect – Colchester City Council role at Essex County Council
Fixed Term, Full Time
£48,245 per annum
Location: Colchester
We’re seeking a visionary, experienced Technology Delivery / Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of cutting‑edge IT solutions across our Council. The role involves preparing for the National devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), planning, implementing, and supporting new systems and networks for the resulting new organization. You will manage a team of three technical engineers maintaining the Council’s cloud‑based and physical infrastructure, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure.
Key Responsibilities
* The availability, security and maintenance of the Council’s cloud‑based and physical network environment.
* Ensure that the Council’s infrastructure supports the Digital Strategy and the Public Sector Network (PSN) as we move to the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF).
* Collaborate with the Digital Team, including managers, to meet the Digital Strategy and lead the Technical Design Authority (TDA).
* Provide support and advice to Council Officers and Councillors when required.
* Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate, ensuring they meet the Council’s SaaS policy.
* Provide technical leadership across multiple projects and mentor team members, working with equivalents in other Councils across Essex.
Required Skills & Experience
* Proven experience managing systems lifecycles, including the Software Development Lifecycle.
* Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and hybrid architectures.
* Expertise in infrastructure, networking, security, and software development lifecycle.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable Traits
* Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation.
* Ability to simplify complexity and drive clarity.
* Comfortable working in fast‑paced, agile environments.
* ITIL / Azure Fundamentals accreditation.
What We Offer
* A hybrid working environment requiring one day a week from the main office and the rest at home.
* Opportunities for professional growth and certification.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Employer pension scheme.
Ready to help shape the Council’s future? Apply now and be part of a team that’s shaping tomorrow’s digital landscape.
To apply for this role, please click HERE to be directed to the Colchester City Council Website.
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