Lead Technical Architect

Overview

Initially until end of March (+ Likely extensions)

Fully remote

Unify are proudly, exclusively representing a highly respected UK Consulting partner, who urgently require the services of a Lead Technical Architect to deliver a high-profile project within the Central Government space.

Project:

We are seeking a Lead Technical Architect to help mature a Government departments Engineering function by moving away from fragmented, volunteer-led, and internally siloed practices towards a coherent, strategically aligned, and professional model led. This evolution focuses on technical alignment, reputation, and transparency for senior stakeholders.

The engineering ecosystem is fragmented across various departments with inconsistent standards and visibility.

As the Lead Technical Architect, you are the primary technologist for this mission. You are tasked with building a "Whole of Engineering Tech Radar", a unified view that defines the "do's and don'ts" for the entire department. Beyond tools, you will define the strategy for measuring developer productivity (using DORA/SPACE) and oversee the transition of Git Hub management. Your role is to ensure that technical maturation is evidence-based and that the function is equipped with a visual, strategic roadmap to lead the department's engineering future.

Lead the development of a cohesive engineering strategy and standards at departmental/enterprise level.

Define and maintain Tech Radars or similar technical standards frameworks.

Implement modern software delivery performance metrics (DORA, SPACE) in a way that supports culture and delivery.

Lead workshops with senior technical stakeholders to build consensus on future landscapes ("To-Be" state).

Engage with senior leadership, ensuring evidence-based technical maturation and a clear, strategic road map.

Oversee the transition and centralisation of Git Hub administration as appropriate.

Must hold active SC Clearance to engage with departmental senior technical leadership and systems from day one.

Apply agile methodologies and digital transformation practices within public sector or similar environments.

• Proven experience defining and socialising engineering strategies and standards at a departmental or enterprise level.
• Expertise in creating and maintaining Tech Radars or similar technical standards frameworks.
• Deep understanding of modern software delivery performance metrics (DORA, SPACE) and how to implement them without damaging culture.
• Exceptional ability to lead workshops with senior technical stakeholders to build consensus on "To-Be" landscapes.
• Must hold active SC Clearance to engage with the department's senior leadership and systems from day one.
• Skills in agile methodologies and digital transformation within the public sector or similar environments would be highly beneficial.

• Familiarity with Government digital governance and standards.
• Experience working with the Office of the CTO or Chief Engineer in a large organisation.
• Strategic understanding of centralising Git Hub administration.
• Ability to partner with designers to turn technical architecture into a compelling "story" for non-technical senior executives.

Please apply by submitting your latest CV for immediate review by our Talent team.