Strata Construction Consulting UK Ltd
Bradley Stoke, Gloucestershire
This company are a dynamic development consultancy that thrives on innovation based in the heart of Bristol. They are currently looking to recruit an Infrastructure/Civil Engineer to join our expanding Infrastructure Engineering team in Bristol. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to share our journey and work on a wide variety of sectors such as residential, health, education, retail, energy, leisure and more. What are they looking for? They seek a talented individual that can deliver a high-quality service, has the ability to think outside the box, and who enjoys a collaborative approach to developing pragmatic and innovative design solutions to the various technical challenges land development can present. They are looking for a candidate that has a good understanding of Civil Engineering best practice and standards, and the technical design skills to produce high quality work on a range of projects. The individual will support schemes through design drawings and calculations to accompany planning applications through to construction. Your areas of knowledge and expertise: • BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or a degree qualification in a related subject plus 2+ years relevant post graduate experience. • Experience in highway engineering, drainage engineering or general development infrastructure design. • A good understanding of relevant best practice and guidance. Experience in highway and drainage design using for example Manual for Streets, DMRB, CIRIA SuDS Manual, Sewerage Sector Guidance, and Local Authority design standards is desirable. • Numerate and software literate. Working knowledge of AutoCAD. Knowledge of 3D modelling software such as Civils3D or similar, and drainage modelling software such as MicroDrainage or similar would be desirable. • To be able to prepare drawings and calculations for both private and adoptable arrangements applying the relevant principles, design codes and standards. • Consultancy/private sector development background with a bias towards private sector development work. • Effective organisational and communication skills with a collaborative approach and enjoys responsibility. • Ideally a full driving licence and access to a car. You can expect to be part of a proactive and vibrant team that encourages individual autonomy and initiative. We feel this helps to facilitate a better work life balance that suits individual s needs, whilst still being assured of a supportive and collaborative working environment. You will be working on a diverse set of interesting and challenging projects; no one day will be the same! The Team itself is on a trajectory of growth and diversification, making this an incredibly exciting time to join the team. They would be with you every step of the way, offering opportunities for learning and development to help you achieve your career goals and aspirations.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
This company are a dynamic development consultancy that thrives on innovation based in the heart of Bristol. They are currently looking to recruit an Infrastructure/Civil Engineer to join our expanding Infrastructure Engineering team in Bristol. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to share our journey and work on a wide variety of sectors such as residential, health, education, retail, energy, leisure and more. What are they looking for? They seek a talented individual that can deliver a high-quality service, has the ability to think outside the box, and who enjoys a collaborative approach to developing pragmatic and innovative design solutions to the various technical challenges land development can present. They are looking for a candidate that has a good understanding of Civil Engineering best practice and standards, and the technical design skills to produce high quality work on a range of projects. The individual will support schemes through design drawings and calculations to accompany planning applications through to construction. Your areas of knowledge and expertise: • BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or a degree qualification in a related subject plus 2+ years relevant post graduate experience. • Experience in highway engineering, drainage engineering or general development infrastructure design. • A good understanding of relevant best practice and guidance. Experience in highway and drainage design using for example Manual for Streets, DMRB, CIRIA SuDS Manual, Sewerage Sector Guidance, and Local Authority design standards is desirable. • Numerate and software literate. Working knowledge of AutoCAD. Knowledge of 3D modelling software such as Civils3D or similar, and drainage modelling software such as MicroDrainage or similar would be desirable. • To be able to prepare drawings and calculations for both private and adoptable arrangements applying the relevant principles, design codes and standards. • Consultancy/private sector development background with a bias towards private sector development work. • Effective organisational and communication skills with a collaborative approach and enjoys responsibility. • Ideally a full driving licence and access to a car. You can expect to be part of a proactive and vibrant team that encourages individual autonomy and initiative. We feel this helps to facilitate a better work life balance that suits individual s needs, whilst still being assured of a supportive and collaborative working environment. You will be working on a diverse set of interesting and challenging projects; no one day will be the same! The Team itself is on a trajectory of growth and diversification, making this an incredibly exciting time to join the team. They would be with you every step of the way, offering opportunities for learning and development to help you achieve your career goals and aspirations.
Civil Engineer We are seeking a motivated and capable Project Engineer to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of civil and infrastructure projects across multiple sectors, from feasibility and design through to construction and completion. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to contribute to technically strong, efficient and sustainable outcomes. Key Responsibilities As a Project Engineer, your main duties will include: Supporting project delivery from early concept through to construction and handover Producing engineering calculations, technical reports, drawings and specifications Assisting with project planning, programme tracking and commercial documentation Coordinating with clients, contractors, external stakeholders and internal teams Undertaking site visits, inspections and surveys and reporting findings Helping prepare proposals and supporting business development activities Ensuring compliance with relevant technical standards, health & safety and contractual requirements What We're Looking For Candidates should demonstrate: Accredited degree in Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng/BSc) or equivalent Experience in civil engineering design and project coordination, preferably within consultancy or professional engineering environment Solid technical understanding of civil infrastructure - including drainage, highways and flood risk principles Good written and verbal communication skills with an ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams Experience liaising with external bodies (e.g., highway authorities, statutory undertakers) is desirable Competency in civil engineering software (e.g., Civils 3D, InfoDrainage or similar) is an advantage
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Civil Engineer We are seeking a motivated and capable Project Engineer to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of civil and infrastructure projects across multiple sectors, from feasibility and design through to construction and completion. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to contribute to technically strong, efficient and sustainable outcomes. Key Responsibilities As a Project Engineer, your main duties will include: Supporting project delivery from early concept through to construction and handover Producing engineering calculations, technical reports, drawings and specifications Assisting with project planning, programme tracking and commercial documentation Coordinating with clients, contractors, external stakeholders and internal teams Undertaking site visits, inspections and surveys and reporting findings Helping prepare proposals and supporting business development activities Ensuring compliance with relevant technical standards, health & safety and contractual requirements What We're Looking For Candidates should demonstrate: Accredited degree in Civil Engineering (BEng/MEng/BSc) or equivalent Experience in civil engineering design and project coordination, preferably within consultancy or professional engineering environment Solid technical understanding of civil infrastructure - including drainage, highways and flood risk principles Good written and verbal communication skills with an ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams Experience liaising with external bodies (e.g., highway authorities, statutory undertakers) is desirable Competency in civil engineering software (e.g., Civils 3D, InfoDrainage or similar) is an advantage
Job Description CTF Operator Full Time Bristol Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. What you will be doing We have an exciting opportunity for a number of Operators to join our Composite Technology Facility team in Bristol, where we deliver the composite fan system (blades and containment case) capability for the Ultrafan program upon which future civil gas turbine products will depend. Explore & Exceed As an Operator you will be operating Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) (CNC controlled equipment where machines run to set parameters that cannot be changed by operator). Responsibilities also consist of composite laminating, composite moulding, kit cutting, autoclaves & ovens running, pre-programmed geometric inspection equipment, assembly support, use of hand tools, transportation equipment (master movers, cranes etc.), data capture. At Rolls-Royce, we look beyond tomorrow. We continually pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions to deliver cleaner, safer and more competitive power. Responsibilities Working to technical instructions and drawings and supporting the manufacturing engineering function in continuous improvements. Use of basic inspection tools and change parameters where required. Assist with investigations into operating and process issues. Support senior team members with data collection and continuous improvement projects. Ensure awareness and compliance with all general health and safety and quality assurance. Provide process information to other colleagues to minimise disruption and reduce non- conformance. This should ensure right first-time approach and continuation of production. Who we're looking for: At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. Experienced in the operating of Automated Fiber Placement machines (AFP) Experience in pre-preg composite laminating Experience of working to detailed drawings and ability to follow technical instructions Skilled across manufacturing processes Ability to work shifts to suit business demand which may include rotating shifts Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Closing date: 17th June 2026 As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided. Job Category Factory Staff Posting Date 03 Jun 2026; 00:06 Posting End Date 17 Jun 2026PandoLogic. , Location: Bristol, ENG - BS2 9NX
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Job Description CTF Operator Full Time Bristol Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. What you will be doing We have an exciting opportunity for a number of Operators to join our Composite Technology Facility team in Bristol, where we deliver the composite fan system (blades and containment case) capability for the Ultrafan program upon which future civil gas turbine products will depend. Explore & Exceed As an Operator you will be operating Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) (CNC controlled equipment where machines run to set parameters that cannot be changed by operator). Responsibilities also consist of composite laminating, composite moulding, kit cutting, autoclaves & ovens running, pre-programmed geometric inspection equipment, assembly support, use of hand tools, transportation equipment (master movers, cranes etc.), data capture. At Rolls-Royce, we look beyond tomorrow. We continually pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions to deliver cleaner, safer and more competitive power. Responsibilities Working to technical instructions and drawings and supporting the manufacturing engineering function in continuous improvements. Use of basic inspection tools and change parameters where required. Assist with investigations into operating and process issues. Support senior team members with data collection and continuous improvement projects. Ensure awareness and compliance with all general health and safety and quality assurance. Provide process information to other colleagues to minimise disruption and reduce non- conformance. This should ensure right first-time approach and continuation of production. Who we're looking for: At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. Experienced in the operating of Automated Fiber Placement machines (AFP) Experience in pre-preg composite laminating Experience of working to detailed drawings and ability to follow technical instructions Skilled across manufacturing processes Ability to work shifts to suit business demand which may include rotating shifts Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Closing date: 17th June 2026 As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided. Job Category Factory Staff Posting Date 03 Jun 2026; 00:06 Posting End Date 17 Jun 2026PandoLogic. , Location: Bristol, ENG - BS2 9NX
Location Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham, Birmingham or Yeading. About the job Job summary We are seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to take a pivotal role in the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). You will drive technical delivery for large-scale, public-facing digital services, ensuring they are resilient, secure and cost effective, with a mandate for continuous improvement. This senior role focuses on delivering digital change and embedding a code first approach to infrastructure. You will contribute to and support the implementation of enterprise technical strategy and standards across a mixed discipline team operating key digital services. Your expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) is essential for establishing consistent standards and an efficient path to live. You will ensure alignment with the Principal Cloud Engineer's strategy while also helping shape delivery. Our core platform relies on AWS, though knowledge across multiple cloud providers (Azure) and integrations (GitHub Actions etc.) is advantageous. We require an engineer with the leadership skills to guide teams with mixed maturity, elevating performance and embedding high engineering standards. Can you Champion and enforce DevOps principles and a code first approach to infrastructure design and automation. Provide technical direction and hands on implementation to the wider scrum team, ensuring alignment with the Principal Cloud Engineer's strategy. Engage effectively with engineers, developers and testers across the delivery lifecycle, including those with varying technical maturity, to improve engineering practices. Do you Possess deep expertise in AWS and strong knowledge of wider technology stacks and practices, including Linux, CICD, Docker, GitHub Actions, AWS Landing Zone, Puppet (optional) and Jenkins (optional). Demonstrate exceptional leadership, pragmatism, analytical and influencing skills, with a track record of high performance Agile delivery in mixed maturity teams. Have you A proven background in driving excellence in digital delivery, standardisation and technical governance within a scrum team, explicitly leveraging IaC for infrastructure implementation and automation. Experience designing, implementing and maintaining cost effective, resilient cloud based digital infrastructure. If so, we'd love to hear from you. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency - Department for Transport Careers Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: As the Platform/DevOps Engineer, you'll be instrumental in building, designing and automating DVSA's large-scale cloud services, primarily on AWS. You'll be a core member of a product team, enforce code-first IaC standards, and be a key decision maker for the path-to-live for a critical digital services. You'll champion technical excellence, influence strategy, and collaborate across teams to ensure highly available, value-driven service delivery. Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: Hands-On Technical Delivery & Strategic Alignment: Provide hands-on technical direction and influence in project teams, ensuring their work is consistently aligned with the Principal Cloud Engineer's technical strategy and Civil Service values. Standardisation & Governance: Adhere as well as continue to mature the definition, and enforcement of DevOps standards and procedures across the delivery lifecycle (IaC, CI/CD). Continuously review and provide hands-on assurance of the designs of others to embed security controls and high standards. Team Specialism Contribution: Act as a cloud and DevOps Subject Matter Expert to proactively collaborate and mentor other team members. This will include those with varying maturity levels, fostering a continuous learning environment and providing practical, technical support. Hands-On Cloud & Security Design: Contribute proactively to the design and architecture of highly available, cost-effective, and secure services on major cloud platforms (specifically AWS, with Azure awareness), ensuring solutions meet performance targets and business needs. Infrastructure Automation (IaC) Implementation: Drive the code-first implementation and hands-on automation of infrastructure using configuration management tools like Terraform and Puppet, prioritising and executing automation opportunities to improve delivery efficiency. End-to-End Delivery and Environment Ownership: Take hands-on technical ownership of the service journey from concept to live deployment, including the management, maintenance, and patching of pre-production environments to ensure a smooth, secure, and effective path-to-live. This should follow robust Agile and Scrum principles Live Service Resolution & Support: Act as a recognised Subject Matter Expert to provide technical guidance and work hands-on with Service Management functions, leading the resolution of complex live technical issues and managing maintenance programs. Process Optimisation & Stakeholder Engagement: Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and delivery processes, collaborating with senior stakeholders, Product Owners, and cross-functional stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals and drive continuous process optimisation. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification Required Experience: To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience showing leadership qualities within a scrum team to deliver technical excellence meeting the business requirements. Experience of cloud delivery and contributing to wider cloud maturity with mixed maturity teams. Experience delivering large scale, complex cloud deliverables in a highly regulated environment. Additional Information If successful you will be required to undergo BPSS, and may also be required to gain SC clearance once in post. Government Digital and Data Allowance The role is part of the Government Digital and Data (or Government Security Profession Career Framework) profession and utilises an enhanced Capability-Based Pay Framework which provides access to a Digital and Data allowance. The base pay is £44,241. In addition to this the role includes a Digital and Data allowance of up to £14,756. The value of allowance awarded will be based on an assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated through the selection process. Here are more details on the pay framework.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Location Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham, Birmingham or Yeading. About the job Job summary We are seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to take a pivotal role in the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). You will drive technical delivery for large-scale, public-facing digital services, ensuring they are resilient, secure and cost effective, with a mandate for continuous improvement. This senior role focuses on delivering digital change and embedding a code first approach to infrastructure. You will contribute to and support the implementation of enterprise technical strategy and standards across a mixed discipline team operating key digital services. Your expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) is essential for establishing consistent standards and an efficient path to live. You will ensure alignment with the Principal Cloud Engineer's strategy while also helping shape delivery. Our core platform relies on AWS, though knowledge across multiple cloud providers (Azure) and integrations (GitHub Actions etc.) is advantageous. We require an engineer with the leadership skills to guide teams with mixed maturity, elevating performance and embedding high engineering standards. Can you Champion and enforce DevOps principles and a code first approach to infrastructure design and automation. Provide technical direction and hands on implementation to the wider scrum team, ensuring alignment with the Principal Cloud Engineer's strategy. Engage effectively with engineers, developers and testers across the delivery lifecycle, including those with varying technical maturity, to improve engineering practices. Do you Possess deep expertise in AWS and strong knowledge of wider technology stacks and practices, including Linux, CICD, Docker, GitHub Actions, AWS Landing Zone, Puppet (optional) and Jenkins (optional). Demonstrate exceptional leadership, pragmatism, analytical and influencing skills, with a track record of high performance Agile delivery in mixed maturity teams. Have you A proven background in driving excellence in digital delivery, standardisation and technical governance within a scrum team, explicitly leveraging IaC for infrastructure implementation and automation. Experience designing, implementing and maintaining cost effective, resilient cloud based digital infrastructure. If so, we'd love to hear from you. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency - Department for Transport Careers Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: As the Platform/DevOps Engineer, you'll be instrumental in building, designing and automating DVSA's large-scale cloud services, primarily on AWS. You'll be a core member of a product team, enforce code-first IaC standards, and be a key decision maker for the path-to-live for a critical digital services. You'll champion technical excellence, influence strategy, and collaborate across teams to ensure highly available, value-driven service delivery. Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: Hands-On Technical Delivery & Strategic Alignment: Provide hands-on technical direction and influence in project teams, ensuring their work is consistently aligned with the Principal Cloud Engineer's technical strategy and Civil Service values. Standardisation & Governance: Adhere as well as continue to mature the definition, and enforcement of DevOps standards and procedures across the delivery lifecycle (IaC, CI/CD). Continuously review and provide hands-on assurance of the designs of others to embed security controls and high standards. Team Specialism Contribution: Act as a cloud and DevOps Subject Matter Expert to proactively collaborate and mentor other team members. This will include those with varying maturity levels, fostering a continuous learning environment and providing practical, technical support. Hands-On Cloud & Security Design: Contribute proactively to the design and architecture of highly available, cost-effective, and secure services on major cloud platforms (specifically AWS, with Azure awareness), ensuring solutions meet performance targets and business needs. Infrastructure Automation (IaC) Implementation: Drive the code-first implementation and hands-on automation of infrastructure using configuration management tools like Terraform and Puppet, prioritising and executing automation opportunities to improve delivery efficiency. End-to-End Delivery and Environment Ownership: Take hands-on technical ownership of the service journey from concept to live deployment, including the management, maintenance, and patching of pre-production environments to ensure a smooth, secure, and effective path-to-live. This should follow robust Agile and Scrum principles Live Service Resolution & Support: Act as a recognised Subject Matter Expert to provide technical guidance and work hands-on with Service Management functions, leading the resolution of complex live technical issues and managing maintenance programs. Process Optimisation & Stakeholder Engagement: Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and delivery processes, collaborating with senior stakeholders, Product Owners, and cross-functional stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals and drive continuous process optimisation. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification Required Experience: To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience showing leadership qualities within a scrum team to deliver technical excellence meeting the business requirements. Experience of cloud delivery and contributing to wider cloud maturity with mixed maturity teams. Experience delivering large scale, complex cloud deliverables in a highly regulated environment. Additional Information If successful you will be required to undergo BPSS, and may also be required to gain SC clearance once in post. Government Digital and Data Allowance The role is part of the Government Digital and Data (or Government Security Profession Career Framework) profession and utilises an enhanced Capability-Based Pay Framework which provides access to a Digital and Data allowance. The base pay is £44,241. In addition to this the role includes a Digital and Data allowance of up to £14,756. The value of allowance awarded will be based on an assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated through the selection process. Here are more details on the pay framework.
Location 23 Stephenson Street, Birmingham 2 Rivergate, Bristol 10 South Colonnade, London Piccadilly Gate, Manchester Loxley House, Nottingham About the job Job summary We are recruiting for a Lead Developer (Appian) to join our Digital Change team. You will act as the senior technical authority, setting engineering standards and ensuring secure, high quality, and maintainable delivery. In this role you will do: Lead technical direction and improve ways of working Apply deep Appian expertise and broad technical skills Recommend the right technologies and approaches Support and contribute to the wider developer community Mentor and coach developers across the team Drive best practice and promote knowledge sharing A great opportunity for an experienced technical leader who wants to shape engineering culture and deliver impactful digital solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your experience in Ofsted's well-established team. The post holder will work with high-achieving professionals at all levels, surrounded by a friendly and supportive team. They will have access to amazing benefits, such as flexible working hours, the Civil Service Pension Scheme, and 32.5 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays. We offer a hybrid working model, so you may also choose to spend a proportion of time working from home. Job description Please refer to the job specification on Civil Service Jobs for further information. Person specification Please refer to the job specification on Civil Service Jobs for further information. Qualifications Current/active Appian Certified Lead Developer (Essential) Working knowledge of a range of Microsoft Azure cloud services (Desirable) Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Developing Self and Others Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Experience of leading the successful design, development and deployment of at least one Appian-based project in a large, complex, high-profile organisation. (Essential) Experience of managing, leading or coaching team members to improve their knowledge and build effective capability. Experience of working with the Scrum methodology, with a strong understanding of Agile principles. (Essential) Effective at communicating verbally and in writing. Adept at tailoring message to explain technical matters clearly for non-technical audiences. (Essential) Experience of the integration of Appian Cloud with non-Appian services. (Desirable) We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form: Experience of leading the successful design, development and deployment of at least one Appian-based project in a large, complex, high-profile organisation. (Essential) Experience of managing, leading or coaching team members to improve their knowledge and build effective capability. Experience of working with the Scrum methodology, with a strong understanding of Agile principles. (Essential)
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Location 23 Stephenson Street, Birmingham 2 Rivergate, Bristol 10 South Colonnade, London Piccadilly Gate, Manchester Loxley House, Nottingham About the job Job summary We are recruiting for a Lead Developer (Appian) to join our Digital Change team. You will act as the senior technical authority, setting engineering standards and ensuring secure, high quality, and maintainable delivery. In this role you will do: Lead technical direction and improve ways of working Apply deep Appian expertise and broad technical skills Recommend the right technologies and approaches Support and contribute to the wider developer community Mentor and coach developers across the team Drive best practice and promote knowledge sharing A great opportunity for an experienced technical leader who wants to shape engineering culture and deliver impactful digital solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your experience in Ofsted's well-established team. The post holder will work with high-achieving professionals at all levels, surrounded by a friendly and supportive team. They will have access to amazing benefits, such as flexible working hours, the Civil Service Pension Scheme, and 32.5 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays. We offer a hybrid working model, so you may also choose to spend a proportion of time working from home. Job description Please refer to the job specification on Civil Service Jobs for further information. Person specification Please refer to the job specification on Civil Service Jobs for further information. Qualifications Current/active Appian Certified Lead Developer (Essential) Working knowledge of a range of Microsoft Azure cloud services (Desirable) Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Developing Self and Others Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Experience of leading the successful design, development and deployment of at least one Appian-based project in a large, complex, high-profile organisation. (Essential) Experience of managing, leading or coaching team members to improve their knowledge and build effective capability. Experience of working with the Scrum methodology, with a strong understanding of Agile principles. (Essential) Effective at communicating verbally and in writing. Adept at tailoring message to explain technical matters clearly for non-technical audiences. (Essential) Experience of the integration of Appian Cloud with non-Appian services. (Desirable) We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form: Experience of leading the successful design, development and deployment of at least one Appian-based project in a large, complex, high-profile organisation. (Essential) Experience of managing, leading or coaching team members to improve their knowledge and build effective capability. Experience of working with the Scrum methodology, with a strong understanding of Agile principles. (Essential)
Location Bristol, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Using your experience and skills, you may be asked to work on our 'Flood services' - developing government digital services, to share information about current and future flood risk with the public. It could be your job to ensure that they are accessible to all, especially in times of severe weather! Alternatively, you could be involved with our Farming and Countryside Programme, which is about delivering services to make farming sustainable, increase biodiversity, promote high animal health and welfare standards, and contribute to the Government's Net Zero commitment, ensuring public money for public good. A wide range of other projects requires us to maintain and develop externally facing digital services and internal applications. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have responsibility for 'owning' the functionality that you develop. If you would like to join us in building great solutions for Defra and our Arm's Length Bodies, then this could be the job for you. As a Lead Developer, you will also play a key role in shaping modern development practices across teams, including the adoption of AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. You'll use these tools to support faster delivery, improved code quality and better outcomes for users, whilst ensuring that strong engineering judgement, code review, testing and security remain central. You will review colleagues design and development thinking, helping teams to make good technical decisions to select the most appropriate technologies. You will lead the integration of multiple systems and services, collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and provide direction and constructive challenge to ensure that solutions are secure, maintainable and sustainable. This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation actively modernising how software is built in government, combining strong engineering fundamentals with the responsible use of new tooling, including AI, to improve delivery at scale. We use a modern, cloud based technology stack, and follow continuous delivery and DevSecOps best practice. Our current technologies include: Runtime & web development: Node.js, HAPI API development: REST, OpenAPI Databases & caching: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis Unit testing: Jest, Lab Source control: Git, GitHub Cloud hosting: Azure and AWS Containerisation & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS CI/CD & release management: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Work management: Jira, Azure DevOps Developer productivity tools: AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot (where appropriate), alongside established code review and quality controls Please note for this role you will require SC Clearance. To gain SC clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Responsibilities: A dedication to learn new technologies and to explore new industry concepts, including AI assisted software development tools. Leading more junior developers on the team, including both permanent staff and suppliers, translating requirements into viable system designs. Putting users first, identifying needs based on evidence, developing services to meet those needs, and engaging in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Working with common Defra technologies including Node.js, and PostgreSQL, applying knowledge and experience to investigate and resolve issues and establishing relationships and embedding ways of working across projects. Demonstrating a strong understanding of secure software development practices, including the use of vulnerability scanning tools and alignment with OWASP standards and principles. Supporting teams in the responsible use of AI assisted coding tools, ensuring appropriate human oversight, code quality, security and compliance with Defra standards. Skills and experience: Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of software developers and to communicate clearly and with confidence to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Work management, including, refining and breaking down tasks and defining acceptance criteria. Awareness of Clean Coding practices and approaches to mitigate and address technical debt - refactoring, test coverage. Software architecture - layers, separation of concerns and microservices. Experience of using AI assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, code quality and delivery outcomes. Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI coding tools, and how to apply appropriate controls such as code review, testing and security scanning. Experience of shaping or supporting the adoption of AI enabled tools and practices within software delivery teams. Experience of using continuous integration tools to automate testing and integration, supporting rapid and reliable software delivery. Lead Developer Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework skills. Please see the Technical skills below for further information on these. For further information please see the Capability framework . The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale. Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the 'skills and experience' section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method . Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements, as the information you provide will form a key part when the panel is scoring your application. For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Location Bristol, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Using your experience and skills, you may be asked to work on our 'Flood services' - developing government digital services, to share information about current and future flood risk with the public. It could be your job to ensure that they are accessible to all, especially in times of severe weather! Alternatively, you could be involved with our Farming and Countryside Programme, which is about delivering services to make farming sustainable, increase biodiversity, promote high animal health and welfare standards, and contribute to the Government's Net Zero commitment, ensuring public money for public good. A wide range of other projects requires us to maintain and develop externally facing digital services and internal applications. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have responsibility for 'owning' the functionality that you develop. If you would like to join us in building great solutions for Defra and our Arm's Length Bodies, then this could be the job for you. As a Lead Developer, you will also play a key role in shaping modern development practices across teams, including the adoption of AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. You'll use these tools to support faster delivery, improved code quality and better outcomes for users, whilst ensuring that strong engineering judgement, code review, testing and security remain central. You will review colleagues design and development thinking, helping teams to make good technical decisions to select the most appropriate technologies. You will lead the integration of multiple systems and services, collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and provide direction and constructive challenge to ensure that solutions are secure, maintainable and sustainable. This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation actively modernising how software is built in government, combining strong engineering fundamentals with the responsible use of new tooling, including AI, to improve delivery at scale. We use a modern, cloud based technology stack, and follow continuous delivery and DevSecOps best practice. Our current technologies include: Runtime & web development: Node.js, HAPI API development: REST, OpenAPI Databases & caching: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis Unit testing: Jest, Lab Source control: Git, GitHub Cloud hosting: Azure and AWS Containerisation & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS CI/CD & release management: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Work management: Jira, Azure DevOps Developer productivity tools: AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot (where appropriate), alongside established code review and quality controls Please note for this role you will require SC Clearance. To gain SC clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Responsibilities: A dedication to learn new technologies and to explore new industry concepts, including AI assisted software development tools. Leading more junior developers on the team, including both permanent staff and suppliers, translating requirements into viable system designs. Putting users first, identifying needs based on evidence, developing services to meet those needs, and engaging in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Working with common Defra technologies including Node.js, and PostgreSQL, applying knowledge and experience to investigate and resolve issues and establishing relationships and embedding ways of working across projects. Demonstrating a strong understanding of secure software development practices, including the use of vulnerability scanning tools and alignment with OWASP standards and principles. Supporting teams in the responsible use of AI assisted coding tools, ensuring appropriate human oversight, code quality, security and compliance with Defra standards. Skills and experience: Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of software developers and to communicate clearly and with confidence to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Work management, including, refining and breaking down tasks and defining acceptance criteria. Awareness of Clean Coding practices and approaches to mitigate and address technical debt - refactoring, test coverage. Software architecture - layers, separation of concerns and microservices. Experience of using AI assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, code quality and delivery outcomes. Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI coding tools, and how to apply appropriate controls such as code review, testing and security scanning. Experience of shaping or supporting the adoption of AI enabled tools and practices within software delivery teams. Experience of using continuous integration tools to automate testing and integration, supporting rapid and reliable software delivery. Lead Developer Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework skills. Please see the Technical skills below for further information on these. For further information please see the Capability framework . The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale. Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the 'skills and experience' section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method . Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements, as the information you provide will form a key part when the panel is scoring your application. For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.
Location Gillingham (Kent), Manchester, Stratford About the job Job summary Discover what it's like to work in a compliance role that makes an impact. Could you help us shape a stronger, fairer future? Your next career move starts here. HMRC's Fraud Investigation Service (FIS) is responsible for the department's civil and criminal investigations. Covert Operations, Digital Exploitation (CODE) sits within FIS. Working across Law Enforcement and government, CODE provides investigative tools and covert techniques to front-line investigations and works with key partners to develop and provide access to new technology and systems to enable investigators to respond to serious and complex tax evasion and crime. This role sits within the CODE Technology Infrastructure Team (CTI) which is part of FIS CODE Capability, Development, Infrastructure & Innovation (CDII) and plays an integral role in His Majesty's Government's fight against serious and organised crime, supporting investigations totalling hundreds of millions of pounds each year. CTI supports FIS CODE and all wider FIS investigations. CODE Technology Infrastructure (CTI) is responsible for delivering a broad portfolio of change initiatives, both to sustain and transform FIS's legacy sensitive technologies and to deliver innovative new solutions, designed around our customers' needs. CTI works in an integrated way to combine digital and technology change, project delivery, business process, product management and cultural change to maximise impact and ensure sustainability. As FIS grows, so does the need for Infrastructure support. The Senior Infrastructure Engineer role is an amazing opportunity for any experienced, forward thinking and focused individual who has a passion for technology. If you flourish with dealing with diverse challenges, enjoy delivering exceptional support to users, growing your knowledge and want to work with a like-minded and supportive team then this may be the role for you. Job description As a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will ensure robust, reliable high-performance systems and services meet business needs. You'll be responsible for building, administration, maintenance, and monitoring of diverse systems. This includes servers, storage, endpoint management, networks, telephony, and business applications. You will work closely with other Infrastructure managers and collaborate closely with fellow engineers to provide support and have responsibility for project delivery across a wide spectrum of IT systems. You'll also engage frequently with other teams and departments outside of IT to achieve shared objectives. This role offers the opportunity to influence the future technical direction within a dynamic and innovative team environment which is vital to the successful delivery of FIS CODE Technology Infrastructure. For more information about our Directorates, Lines of Business and some of our roles, please visit the FIS Careers pages (opens in new window). Person specification We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient individual who can deliver in an impactful way within a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. This is an IT Technical role, and you will already have an Infrastructure background with technical understanding of infrastructure (i.e, virtual machines, datacentres and environments). The successful candidate will be undertaking the following (but not limited to): Technical Lead and direct a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, ensuring services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required. Provide direction and support to junior engineers. Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Lead and work collaboratively within a high performing, technically skilled team, sharing ideas and best practices, while also demonstrating the initiative to work independently with minimal supervision. Play a leading role in the planning, designing, maintaining, and improving FIS Infrastructure services and technologies. Work closely with third party providers, to support the delivery of infrastructure services, and collaborate with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operation infrastructure. You can break complex issues down into their component parts to identify and diagnose root causes, and you are skilled at troubleshooting and identifying problems across different technology capabilities. Communication We are looking for an excellent communicator who can describe basic technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences and you will regularly be expected to provide verbal updates and produce written user documentation on BAU taskings and projects. Additional responsibilities This may include participating in technical workshops to assess business requirements to support possible changes to existing services, identifying requirements and quantifying benefits. Travel and On Call Regular travel within the UK for meetings and infrastructure work will be required with occasional overnight stays. You will be required to work out of hours on an on-call rota, weekdays and weekends. Essential Criteria Extensive experience with network technologies such as Cisco routing and switching, Fortinet, ACI, Cisco Firepower, Core Network Knowledge such as IPv4, DNS, DHCP, subnetting etc and the use of ACLs in hardware and software firewalls. Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Windows domains and Systems Administrations Extensive awareness or experience of Data Centre Management and Enterprise Hardware such as HP or PURE Storage. Experience of Enterprise Class Operating Systems (Windows, Linux etc). Experience with Virtualisation such as VMWare, HyperV, or similar. Experience in providing support and guidance to other junior colleagues. Demonstrable experience in Troubleshooting and problem solving. Demonstrable experience and knowledge of best practice security principles information security and disaster recovery. Desirable Criteria Qualifications in Information Technology or a related field and/or practical experience supporting an IT environment. Qualifications and certifications held may include (but are not limited to): MCSE, CCNA, SAA-C03, etc. Exposure to, or awareness of automation, scripting or programming languages (PowerShell, Python, TypeScript, etc.). Awareness of public cloud technologies or an interest to learn more. ITIL Foundation Qualification or demonstrable understanding of ITIL Lifecycle Standards. Exposure to, or experience working with DevOps processes and practices. Experience working with Gitlab or other CI/CD tools. Knowledge of Solution Architecture. Knowledge of Containerisation. Full UK Driving Licence.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Location Gillingham (Kent), Manchester, Stratford About the job Job summary Discover what it's like to work in a compliance role that makes an impact. Could you help us shape a stronger, fairer future? Your next career move starts here. HMRC's Fraud Investigation Service (FIS) is responsible for the department's civil and criminal investigations. Covert Operations, Digital Exploitation (CODE) sits within FIS. Working across Law Enforcement and government, CODE provides investigative tools and covert techniques to front-line investigations and works with key partners to develop and provide access to new technology and systems to enable investigators to respond to serious and complex tax evasion and crime. This role sits within the CODE Technology Infrastructure Team (CTI) which is part of FIS CODE Capability, Development, Infrastructure & Innovation (CDII) and plays an integral role in His Majesty's Government's fight against serious and organised crime, supporting investigations totalling hundreds of millions of pounds each year. CTI supports FIS CODE and all wider FIS investigations. CODE Technology Infrastructure (CTI) is responsible for delivering a broad portfolio of change initiatives, both to sustain and transform FIS's legacy sensitive technologies and to deliver innovative new solutions, designed around our customers' needs. CTI works in an integrated way to combine digital and technology change, project delivery, business process, product management and cultural change to maximise impact and ensure sustainability. As FIS grows, so does the need for Infrastructure support. The Senior Infrastructure Engineer role is an amazing opportunity for any experienced, forward thinking and focused individual who has a passion for technology. If you flourish with dealing with diverse challenges, enjoy delivering exceptional support to users, growing your knowledge and want to work with a like-minded and supportive team then this may be the role for you. Job description As a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will ensure robust, reliable high-performance systems and services meet business needs. You'll be responsible for building, administration, maintenance, and monitoring of diverse systems. This includes servers, storage, endpoint management, networks, telephony, and business applications. You will work closely with other Infrastructure managers and collaborate closely with fellow engineers to provide support and have responsibility for project delivery across a wide spectrum of IT systems. You'll also engage frequently with other teams and departments outside of IT to achieve shared objectives. This role offers the opportunity to influence the future technical direction within a dynamic and innovative team environment which is vital to the successful delivery of FIS CODE Technology Infrastructure. For more information about our Directorates, Lines of Business and some of our roles, please visit the FIS Careers pages (opens in new window). Person specification We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient individual who can deliver in an impactful way within a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. This is an IT Technical role, and you will already have an Infrastructure background with technical understanding of infrastructure (i.e, virtual machines, datacentres and environments). The successful candidate will be undertaking the following (but not limited to): Technical Lead and direct a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, ensuring services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required. Provide direction and support to junior engineers. Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Lead and work collaboratively within a high performing, technically skilled team, sharing ideas and best practices, while also demonstrating the initiative to work independently with minimal supervision. Play a leading role in the planning, designing, maintaining, and improving FIS Infrastructure services and technologies. Work closely with third party providers, to support the delivery of infrastructure services, and collaborate with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operation infrastructure. You can break complex issues down into their component parts to identify and diagnose root causes, and you are skilled at troubleshooting and identifying problems across different technology capabilities. Communication We are looking for an excellent communicator who can describe basic technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences and you will regularly be expected to provide verbal updates and produce written user documentation on BAU taskings and projects. Additional responsibilities This may include participating in technical workshops to assess business requirements to support possible changes to existing services, identifying requirements and quantifying benefits. Travel and On Call Regular travel within the UK for meetings and infrastructure work will be required with occasional overnight stays. You will be required to work out of hours on an on-call rota, weekdays and weekends. Essential Criteria Extensive experience with network technologies such as Cisco routing and switching, Fortinet, ACI, Cisco Firepower, Core Network Knowledge such as IPv4, DNS, DHCP, subnetting etc and the use of ACLs in hardware and software firewalls. Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Windows domains and Systems Administrations Extensive awareness or experience of Data Centre Management and Enterprise Hardware such as HP or PURE Storage. Experience of Enterprise Class Operating Systems (Windows, Linux etc). Experience with Virtualisation such as VMWare, HyperV, or similar. Experience in providing support and guidance to other junior colleagues. Demonstrable experience in Troubleshooting and problem solving. Demonstrable experience and knowledge of best practice security principles information security and disaster recovery. Desirable Criteria Qualifications in Information Technology or a related field and/or practical experience supporting an IT environment. Qualifications and certifications held may include (but are not limited to): MCSE, CCNA, SAA-C03, etc. Exposure to, or awareness of automation, scripting or programming languages (PowerShell, Python, TypeScript, etc.). Awareness of public cloud technologies or an interest to learn more. ITIL Foundation Qualification or demonstrable understanding of ITIL Lifecycle Standards. Exposure to, or experience working with DevOps processes and practices. Experience working with Gitlab or other CI/CD tools. Knowledge of Solution Architecture. Knowledge of Containerisation. Full UK Driving Licence.
Location: Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Sheffield Want to protect services used by millions from cyber threats? DWP is looking for a Senior Security Architect to design secure, resilient systems and lead security across large-scale digital services. About the role You'll play a key role in securing modern, cloud-based services across a complex organisation, working on systems such as identity and verification. This is a senior role where you'll shape security architecture, influence technical decisions, and ensure security is built into services from the very start. Working in agile teams, you'll collaborate with architects, engineers and stakeholders to design secure solutions, improve standards, and strengthen security capability across the organisation. What you'll be doing Designing secure architectures for large-scale digital services Embedding secure-by-design principles across products and systems Advising on risk, vulnerabilities and security controls Working with teams to develop secure solutions during discovery and delivery Creating architecture documentation and supporting governance Ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and roadmaps Supporting assurance activities and security reviews Influencing stakeholders and promoting best practice Mentoring others and helping grow security capability What we're looking for Strong experience as a Security Architect in complex environments Knowledge of cloud security, enterprise architecture and secure design Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams Ability to influence and communicate with senior stakeholders Experience shaping standards, roadmaps and governance Strong understanding of risk, vulnerabilities and security controls Passion for mentoring and developing others Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP ) or willingness to work towards Interested? This partner post gives you a quick overview Click through to the full Civil Service Jobs advert to find out more and apply.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Location: Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Sheffield Want to protect services used by millions from cyber threats? DWP is looking for a Senior Security Architect to design secure, resilient systems and lead security across large-scale digital services. About the role You'll play a key role in securing modern, cloud-based services across a complex organisation, working on systems such as identity and verification. This is a senior role where you'll shape security architecture, influence technical decisions, and ensure security is built into services from the very start. Working in agile teams, you'll collaborate with architects, engineers and stakeholders to design secure solutions, improve standards, and strengthen security capability across the organisation. What you'll be doing Designing secure architectures for large-scale digital services Embedding secure-by-design principles across products and systems Advising on risk, vulnerabilities and security controls Working with teams to develop secure solutions during discovery and delivery Creating architecture documentation and supporting governance Ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and roadmaps Supporting assurance activities and security reviews Influencing stakeholders and promoting best practice Mentoring others and helping grow security capability What we're looking for Strong experience as a Security Architect in complex environments Knowledge of cloud security, enterprise architecture and secure design Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams Ability to influence and communicate with senior stakeholders Experience shaping standards, roadmaps and governance Strong understanding of risk, vulnerabilities and security controls Passion for mentoring and developing others Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP ) or willingness to work towards Interested? This partner post gives you a quick overview Click through to the full Civil Service Jobs advert to find out more and apply.
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Do you want to design security architectures that protect services used by millions of people every day? As a Senior Security Architect in DWP Digital, you'll join our Corporate Centre Services function, working at the heart of complex, large-scale digital systems. You'll play a key role in securing critical platforms, including identity and trust services that enable safe, secure access to government services for citizens and colleagues. You'll operate across a complex enterprise landscape, shaping secure-by-design architectures for modern cloud-native services. Working closely with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders, you'll lead on threat mitigation, guide security decisions and ensure robust, resilient solutions are embedded from the outset. This is a high-impact role where your work will directly influence the security framework of one of the UK's most critical public service organisations. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Designing secure architectures for large, complex organisations, making sure security is built in from the start Securing modern applications and cloud platforms, including tools like Kubernetes, Docker and CI/CD pipelines Working across enterprise-level systems and aligning designs with wider technology strategies and roadmaps Understanding how networks and infrastructure work, including how to keep them secure in highly available environments Identifying and managing security risks, protecting systems using tools and techniques like monitoring, detection and encryption Designing secure identity and access solutions, confidently communicating security concepts while leading and supporting others You and your role As a Senior Security Architect, you'll operate at the centre of DWP's security landscape helping to define how we protect services at national scale. You'll work across multiple high-risk, high-complexity programmes, leading the design of secure architectures that support millions of users. A key focus of this role is shaping and securing identity and trust capabilities. You'll help design platforms that enable safe and secure interactions between users and government services, from digital identity verification to secure communication channels. Your work will directly influence how citizens access and trust public services. You'll collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to embed security throughout the entire product lifecycle. From early discovery and design through to delivery and live service, you'll ensure that security principles are applied consistently and effectively. You'll also provide expert assurance, reviewing designs, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements that strengthen overall resilience. This role goes beyond individual delivery. You'll help shape architecture standards, contribute to strategic roadmaps and influence governance across the organisation. Acting as a senior voice within the architecture community, you'll support decision-making, provide escalation for complex challenges, defining reusable patterns that improve security outcomes at scale. You'll also play a key role in building organisational capability. Whether that's mentoring architects, supporting teams in understanding security principles, or sharing best practice across the wider community. Your leadership will help elevate security maturity across DWP Digital. This role would suit someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving difficult security challenges and wants to influence how secure systems are designed and delivered at scale. If you're motivated by purpose, impact and the opportunity to shape the future of secure digital services, this is a role where your expertise will make a real difference. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £83,917. That's £57,946 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two-stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
JOB LOCATION: Doncaster, UK. Amazon Operations sits at the heart of the Amazon customer experience. We look after everything from the moment a customer clicks buy, to the moment their item is delivered - from desktop to doorstep. Across Europe we have more than 50 Fulfillment Centers, hundreds of Delivery Stations, thousands of machines, and tens of thousands of employees, all working together in harmony to make sure the right item gets delivered to the right person, in the right place, at the right time. Working in Amazon Operations is for people who like to be active and give their all. We work in a busy, dynamic environment and are part of a bigger team delivering on the expectations of millions of customers every single day. We are open, inclusive and welcome individuality and diversity. The culture in our Operation is built on the way teams bond and the work ethic that enables our business run like clockwork. Our teams take pride in a job well done, looking out for one another, ensuring the highest safety standards and playing their part in delivering the quality service Amazon is known for around the world. Join us in the Amazon Reliability Maintenance Engineering team. We maintain and optimize technologies in the Global Amazon Warehouse & Delivery Network. PURPOSE OF THE JOB: We are looking for motivated, customer-focused people who want to join our team as a Reliability Maintenance Engineering Manager. The Reliability Maintenance Engineering Manager is the site lead for all Engineering matters within a building. They are responsible for leading their team and building a culture of safety; for ensuring all statutory compliance requirements are followed to provide a safe working environment for all occupants of the building; for providing a high level of equipment availability to the General Manager and for working with the EU Engineering team to plan for future growth. They are also required to take part in network wide improvement initiatives and to implement standards created elsewhere in the network. This role includes a travelling activity of 15%. Key job responsibilities Lead the team, own the annual reporting responsibilities for the team and mentor their direct reports who in turn develop the technicians within the team. Work with the site Safety department & Site Leadership to implement, record and audit safety and statutory compliance programs to provide a safe working environment for all staff. Own the legal responsibilities as the site engineering lead within this framework. Work with the recruitment team to ensure allocated headcount is filled with high quality experienced staff. This may include support to Apprentice and Graduate programs. Implement standards validated by the EU Engineering team and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to create or update standards as required in order to provide high levels of safety and equipment availability to our internal customers. A key focus is on preventative maintenance programs. Maintain equipment failure contingency plans, coordinate rehearsals with affected parties and be prepared to work in a flexible manner to ensure failures or breakdowns are rectified as quickly as possible. Maintain a long-term focus by working with Site Management, Finance, the EU Engineering team and internal design teams to plan for future growth, upgrades or new equipment roll outs. A day in the life About the team BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree, or experience at Amazon - Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Civil Engineering - Experience in employee and performance management - Experience in distribution or manufacturing field with equivalent mechanical or electrical field - Experience in facilities management, office management, corporate administrative services, or hospitality management - Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays - Experience managing teams - Experience in strategic planning PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience in design review process to incorporate electrical, mechanical, automation controls solutions to drive equipment reliability and standards - Experience in automated conveyors systems and controls, electrical and electronic principles, blueprint and electrical schematic reading, CMMS programs, preventive maintenance procedures, industrial electrical, industrial controls , industrial electronics Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
JOB LOCATION: Doncaster, UK. Amazon Operations sits at the heart of the Amazon customer experience. We look after everything from the moment a customer clicks buy, to the moment their item is delivered - from desktop to doorstep. Across Europe we have more than 50 Fulfillment Centers, hundreds of Delivery Stations, thousands of machines, and tens of thousands of employees, all working together in harmony to make sure the right item gets delivered to the right person, in the right place, at the right time. Working in Amazon Operations is for people who like to be active and give their all. We work in a busy, dynamic environment and are part of a bigger team delivering on the expectations of millions of customers every single day. We are open, inclusive and welcome individuality and diversity. The culture in our Operation is built on the way teams bond and the work ethic that enables our business run like clockwork. Our teams take pride in a job well done, looking out for one another, ensuring the highest safety standards and playing their part in delivering the quality service Amazon is known for around the world. Join us in the Amazon Reliability Maintenance Engineering team. We maintain and optimize technologies in the Global Amazon Warehouse & Delivery Network. PURPOSE OF THE JOB: We are looking for motivated, customer-focused people who want to join our team as a Reliability Maintenance Engineering Manager. The Reliability Maintenance Engineering Manager is the site lead for all Engineering matters within a building. They are responsible for leading their team and building a culture of safety; for ensuring all statutory compliance requirements are followed to provide a safe working environment for all occupants of the building; for providing a high level of equipment availability to the General Manager and for working with the EU Engineering team to plan for future growth. They are also required to take part in network wide improvement initiatives and to implement standards created elsewhere in the network. This role includes a travelling activity of 15%. Key job responsibilities Lead the team, own the annual reporting responsibilities for the team and mentor their direct reports who in turn develop the technicians within the team. Work with the site Safety department & Site Leadership to implement, record and audit safety and statutory compliance programs to provide a safe working environment for all staff. Own the legal responsibilities as the site engineering lead within this framework. Work with the recruitment team to ensure allocated headcount is filled with high quality experienced staff. This may include support to Apprentice and Graduate programs. Implement standards validated by the EU Engineering team and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to create or update standards as required in order to provide high levels of safety and equipment availability to our internal customers. A key focus is on preventative maintenance programs. Maintain equipment failure contingency plans, coordinate rehearsals with affected parties and be prepared to work in a flexible manner to ensure failures or breakdowns are rectified as quickly as possible. Maintain a long-term focus by working with Site Management, Finance, the EU Engineering team and internal design teams to plan for future growth, upgrades or new equipment roll outs. A day in the life About the team BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree, or experience at Amazon - Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Civil Engineering - Experience in employee and performance management - Experience in distribution or manufacturing field with equivalent mechanical or electrical field - Experience in facilities management, office management, corporate administrative services, or hospitality management - Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays - Experience managing teams - Experience in strategic planning PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience in design review process to incorporate electrical, mechanical, automation controls solutions to drive equipment reliability and standards - Experience in automated conveyors systems and controls, electrical and electronic principles, blueprint and electrical schematic reading, CMMS programs, preventive maintenance procedures, industrial electrical, industrial controls , industrial electronics Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
DESCRIPTION: Amazon Operations sits at the heart of the Amazon customer experience. We look after everything from the moment a customer clicks buy, to the moment their item is delivered - from desktop to doorstep. Across Europe we have more than 50 Fulfillment Centers, hundreds of Delivery Stations, thousands of machines, and tens of thousands of employees, all working together in harmony to make sure the right item gets delivered to the right person, in the right place, at the right time. Working in Amazon Operations is for people who like to be active and give their all. We work in a busy, dynamic environment and are part of a bigger team delivering on the expectations of millions of customers every single day. We are open, inclusive and welcome individuality and diversity. The culture in our Operation is built on the way teams bond and the work ethic that enables our business run like clockwork. Our teams take pride in a job well done, looking out for one another, ensuring the highest safety standards and playing their part in delivering the quality service Amazon is known for around the world. Join us in the Amazon Reliability Maintenance Engineering team. We maintain and optimize technologies in the Global Amazon Warehouse & Delivery Network. PURPOSE OF THE JOB: We are looking for motivated, customer-focused people who want to join our team as a Reliability Maintenance Engineering Manager. The Reliability Maintenance Engineering Manager is the site lead for all Engineering matters within a building. They are responsible for leading their team and building a culture of safety; for ensuring all statutory compliance requirements are followed to provide a safe working environment for all occupants of the building; for providing a high level of equipment availability to the General Manager and for working with the EU Engineering team to plan for future growth. They are also required to take part in network wide improvement initiatives and to implement standards created elsewhere in the network. This role includes a travelling activity of 15%. RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead the team, own the annual reporting responsibilities for the team and mentor their direct reports who in turn develop the technicians within the team. Work with the site Safety department & Site Leadership to implement, record and audit safety and statutory compliance programs to provide a safe working environment for all staff. Own the legal responsibilities as the site engineering lead within this framework. Work with the recruitment team to ensure allocated headcount is filled with high quality experienced staff. This may include support to Apprentice and Graduate programs. Implement standards validated by the EU Engineering team and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to create or update standards as required in order to provide high levels of safety and equipment availability to our internal customers. A key focus is on preventative maintenance programs. Maintain equipment failure contingency plans, coordinate rehearsals with affected parties and be prepared to work in a flexible manner to ensure failures or breakdowns are rectified as quickly as possible. Maintain a long-term focus by working with Site Management, Finance, the EU Engineering team and internal design teams to plan for future growth, upgrades or new equipment roll outs. Key job responsibilities Lead the team, own the annual reporting responsibilities for the team and mentor their direct reports who in turn develop the technicians within the team. Work with the site Safety department & Site Leadership to implement, record and audit safety and statutory compliance programs to provide a safe working environment for all staff. Own the legal responsibilities as the site engineering lead within this framework. Work with the recruitment team to ensure allocated headcount is filled with high quality experienced staff. This may include support to Apprentice and Graduate programs. Implement standards validated by the EU Engineering team and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to create or update standards as required in order to provide high levels of safety and equipment availability to our internal customers. A key focus is on preventative maintenance programs. Maintain equipment failure contingency plans, coordinate rehearsals with affected parties and be prepared to work in a flexible manner to ensure failures or breakdowns are rectified as quickly as possible. Maintain a long-term focus by working with Site Management, Finance, the EU Engineering team and internal design teams to plan for future growth, upgrades or new equipment roll outs. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree, or experience at Amazon - Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Civil Engineering - Experience in employee and performance management - Experience in distribution or manufacturing field with equivalent mechanical or electrical field - Experience in facilities management, office management, corporate administrative services, or hospitality management - Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays - Experience managing teams - Experience in strategic planning PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience in design review process to incorporate electrical, mechanical, automation controls solutions to drive equipment reliability and standards - Experience in automated conveyors systems and controls, electrical and electronic principles, blueprint and electrical schematic reading, CMMS programs, preventive maintenance procedures, industrial electrical, industrial controls , industrial electronics Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
DESCRIPTION: Amazon Operations sits at the heart of the Amazon customer experience. We look after everything from the moment a customer clicks buy, to the moment their item is delivered - from desktop to doorstep. Across Europe we have more than 50 Fulfillment Centers, hundreds of Delivery Stations, thousands of machines, and tens of thousands of employees, all working together in harmony to make sure the right item gets delivered to the right person, in the right place, at the right time. Working in Amazon Operations is for people who like to be active and give their all. We work in a busy, dynamic environment and are part of a bigger team delivering on the expectations of millions of customers every single day. We are open, inclusive and welcome individuality and diversity. The culture in our Operation is built on the way teams bond and the work ethic that enables our business run like clockwork. Our teams take pride in a job well done, looking out for one another, ensuring the highest safety standards and playing their part in delivering the quality service Amazon is known for around the world. Join us in the Amazon Reliability Maintenance Engineering team. We maintain and optimize technologies in the Global Amazon Warehouse & Delivery Network. PURPOSE OF THE JOB: We are looking for motivated, customer-focused people who want to join our team as a Reliability Maintenance Engineering Manager. The Reliability Maintenance Engineering Manager is the site lead for all Engineering matters within a building. They are responsible for leading their team and building a culture of safety; for ensuring all statutory compliance requirements are followed to provide a safe working environment for all occupants of the building; for providing a high level of equipment availability to the General Manager and for working with the EU Engineering team to plan for future growth. They are also required to take part in network wide improvement initiatives and to implement standards created elsewhere in the network. This role includes a travelling activity of 15%. RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead the team, own the annual reporting responsibilities for the team and mentor their direct reports who in turn develop the technicians within the team. Work with the site Safety department & Site Leadership to implement, record and audit safety and statutory compliance programs to provide a safe working environment for all staff. Own the legal responsibilities as the site engineering lead within this framework. Work with the recruitment team to ensure allocated headcount is filled with high quality experienced staff. This may include support to Apprentice and Graduate programs. Implement standards validated by the EU Engineering team and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to create or update standards as required in order to provide high levels of safety and equipment availability to our internal customers. A key focus is on preventative maintenance programs. Maintain equipment failure contingency plans, coordinate rehearsals with affected parties and be prepared to work in a flexible manner to ensure failures or breakdowns are rectified as quickly as possible. Maintain a long-term focus by working with Site Management, Finance, the EU Engineering team and internal design teams to plan for future growth, upgrades or new equipment roll outs. Key job responsibilities Lead the team, own the annual reporting responsibilities for the team and mentor their direct reports who in turn develop the technicians within the team. Work with the site Safety department & Site Leadership to implement, record and audit safety and statutory compliance programs to provide a safe working environment for all staff. Own the legal responsibilities as the site engineering lead within this framework. Work with the recruitment team to ensure allocated headcount is filled with high quality experienced staff. This may include support to Apprentice and Graduate programs. Implement standards validated by the EU Engineering team and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to create or update standards as required in order to provide high levels of safety and equipment availability to our internal customers. A key focus is on preventative maintenance programs. Maintain equipment failure contingency plans, coordinate rehearsals with affected parties and be prepared to work in a flexible manner to ensure failures or breakdowns are rectified as quickly as possible. Maintain a long-term focus by working with Site Management, Finance, the EU Engineering team and internal design teams to plan for future growth, upgrades or new equipment roll outs. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree, or experience at Amazon - Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial or Civil Engineering - Experience in employee and performance management - Experience in distribution or manufacturing field with equivalent mechanical or electrical field - Experience in facilities management, office management, corporate administrative services, or hospitality management - Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays - Experience managing teams - Experience in strategic planning PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience in design review process to incorporate electrical, mechanical, automation controls solutions to drive equipment reliability and standards - Experience in automated conveyors systems and controls, electrical and electronic principles, blueprint and electrical schematic reading, CMMS programs, preventive maintenance procedures, industrial electrical, industrial controls , industrial electronics Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Senior Data Architect Pay of up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're looking for Senior Data Architects to help shape how data underpins some of the UK's most critical public services. At DWP Digital, we build and run services that support millions of people every day - from accessing financial support to finding work. Data is at the heart of that mission. As a Senior Data Architect, you'll play a key role in designing the data foundations that enable these services to operate at scale, securely and effectively. You'll work on complex, high-impact initiatives across DWP Digital, collaborating with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders to define the right solutions. You'll bring clarity to ambiguity, develop architectural options, and provide expert guidance that informs both technology choices and long-term strategic direction. This is a rare opportunity to influence enterprise-scale data architecture in a genuinely meaningful context - improving services that make a difference to society. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Extensive knowledge of data architecture design and modelling with demonstrable application of industry-recognised techniques, patterns, tools and standards. Demonstrable ability to present data architecture designs and articulate key decisions to technical governance forums ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture principles and strategic objectives. Proven experience across core data architecture disciplines including Data Modelling, Master Data Management (MDM), Metadata Management and Data Governance. In-depth understanding of event-driven architecture with demonstrable application of patterns such as publish-subscribe (pub/sub) and data streaming supported by appropriate modelling techniques tools and standards. Strong practical experience of public cloud technologies and cloud-native design including hosting, containerisation and networking patterns with proficiency across platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Solid understanding of Agile delivery methodologies with proven application of best practices in complex cross-functional technology environments. Hands-on experience of DevOps principles including strong working knowledge of Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) practices and tooling. Proven capability to shape, influence and support technology initiatives across projects, programmes and portfolios ensuring alignment with architectural vision and organisational outcomes. You and your role As a Senior Data Architect, you'll work across multiple programmes and delivery teams, applying enterprise-level thinking to complex data challenges. You'll translate business and user needs into scalable, resilient data architectures - designing models, structures and frameworks that support consistent, high-quality and well-governed data across the organisation. You'll take ownership of key architectural artefacts, including data models, metadata frameworks and data dictionaries, ensuring clarity, consistency and alignment at scale. Working alongside other Data and Technical Architects, you'll ensure data architecture is fully integrated into wider system design, enabling solutions that are robust, interoperable and future-ready. You'll also provide technical leadership within the community - guiding other Data Architects, supporting design decisions, and ensuring adherence to agreed standards, policies and governance frameworks. Through your work, you'll influence how data is managed and used across DWP Digital, helping to build platforms and services that are secure, reliable and designed for long-term impact. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in your choice of Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Sheffield. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. You'll get a salary of £57,946 plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971, subject to our assessment of capability at interview. Pension : You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 25 days rising to 30 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Senior Data Architect Pay of up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're looking for Senior Data Architects to help shape how data underpins some of the UK's most critical public services. At DWP Digital, we build and run services that support millions of people every day - from accessing financial support to finding work. Data is at the heart of that mission. As a Senior Data Architect, you'll play a key role in designing the data foundations that enable these services to operate at scale, securely and effectively. You'll work on complex, high-impact initiatives across DWP Digital, collaborating with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders to define the right solutions. You'll bring clarity to ambiguity, develop architectural options, and provide expert guidance that informs both technology choices and long-term strategic direction. This is a rare opportunity to influence enterprise-scale data architecture in a genuinely meaningful context - improving services that make a difference to society. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Extensive knowledge of data architecture design and modelling with demonstrable application of industry-recognised techniques, patterns, tools and standards. Demonstrable ability to present data architecture designs and articulate key decisions to technical governance forums ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture principles and strategic objectives. Proven experience across core data architecture disciplines including Data Modelling, Master Data Management (MDM), Metadata Management and Data Governance. In-depth understanding of event-driven architecture with demonstrable application of patterns such as publish-subscribe (pub/sub) and data streaming supported by appropriate modelling techniques tools and standards. Strong practical experience of public cloud technologies and cloud-native design including hosting, containerisation and networking patterns with proficiency across platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Solid understanding of Agile delivery methodologies with proven application of best practices in complex cross-functional technology environments. Hands-on experience of DevOps principles including strong working knowledge of Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) practices and tooling. Proven capability to shape, influence and support technology initiatives across projects, programmes and portfolios ensuring alignment with architectural vision and organisational outcomes. You and your role As a Senior Data Architect, you'll work across multiple programmes and delivery teams, applying enterprise-level thinking to complex data challenges. You'll translate business and user needs into scalable, resilient data architectures - designing models, structures and frameworks that support consistent, high-quality and well-governed data across the organisation. You'll take ownership of key architectural artefacts, including data models, metadata frameworks and data dictionaries, ensuring clarity, consistency and alignment at scale. Working alongside other Data and Technical Architects, you'll ensure data architecture is fully integrated into wider system design, enabling solutions that are robust, interoperable and future-ready. You'll also provide technical leadership within the community - guiding other Data Architects, supporting design decisions, and ensuring adherence to agreed standards, policies and governance frameworks. Through your work, you'll influence how data is managed and used across DWP Digital, helping to build platforms and services that are secure, reliable and designed for long-term impact. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in your choice of Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Sheffield. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. You'll get a salary of £57,946 plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971, subject to our assessment of capability at interview. Pension : You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 25 days rising to 30 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Lead Data Scientist Pay of up £92,522, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. We want to hire a new Lead Data Scientist. If you're skilled at harnessing data and applying advanced analytics to improve outcomes and excited by the prospect of using data and technology at scale in innovative ways to solve complex problems we'd love to hear from you. DWP Digital provides inspiring career opportunities for people who are passionate about creating meaningful impact. As the Lead Data Scientist for Working Age Services, you will lead a high-performing analytical team helping to improve outcomes for claimants and agents. You'll use data science to inform the design, deliver and evaluation of Working Age digital services. Working closely with the Working Age Services Data Lead and Delivery Lead, you will collaborate with cross-disciplinary development teams to understand their data needs and ensure these are effectively met through strong engagement with the Data and Analytics platform team. DWP. Digital with Purpose. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Demonstrable experience of leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams that deliver analytics and insights at pace, effectively supporting project, programme and business outcomes. Strong working knowledge of a broad range of data science techniques including a clear understanding of their appropriate application alongside a commitment to remaining current with emerging industry developments and practices. Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with peers and senior stakeholders including colleagues across digital, operations and policy in order to understand requirements and maximise value delivery. Evidenced capability in establishing standards and best practices for teams including implementing appropriate safeguards to ensure compliance with privacy, security and data protection principles as well as addressing ethical considerations such as unintended bias. Demonstrable contribution to leadership within the professional community including shaping recruitment strategies, supporting career progression and contributing to wider Digital Practice initiatives. Proven ability to create an inclusive and diverse working environment in which individuals feel safe to challenge, are confident their perspectives will be heard and are supported to take initiative and develop professionally. A degree or higher in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) is essential for this role, and evidence of qualification will be requested. You and your role As a Lead Data Scientist, you will shape analytics, insight and evidence for Working Age Services - the part of DWP that supports millions of people of working age through services such as Universal Credit, helping them access financial support, employment opportunities and essential services. You will lead and develop a high-performing team, applying advanced analytical and data science methods. You will align your team's work with the DWP Data and AI strategies, ensuring effective use of central platforms, standards and capabilities. You will be accountable for the quality and impact of analytical outputs - from experimentation and evaluation approaches through to reporting and machine learning applications - ensuring they drive measurable improvements for citizens and DWP colleagues. Working closely with senior stakeholders across digital, operations and policy, you will influence how performance is measured, improve data quality, and embed a stronger culture of evidence-based decision-making. You will also set the standard for responsible data science - maintaining robust governance around privacy, security and data protection, and proactively addressing ethical considerations such as bias. As a senior leader in the profession, you will contribute to building an inclusive, high-performing community by supporting recruitment, developing talent, and helping shape the wider Digital Practice. Please note that the role may involve travel to other digital hubs, with frequency discussed if you are successful. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £92,522. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £23,253 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Lead Data Scientist Pay of up £92,522, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. We want to hire a new Lead Data Scientist. If you're skilled at harnessing data and applying advanced analytics to improve outcomes and excited by the prospect of using data and technology at scale in innovative ways to solve complex problems we'd love to hear from you. DWP Digital provides inspiring career opportunities for people who are passionate about creating meaningful impact. As the Lead Data Scientist for Working Age Services, you will lead a high-performing analytical team helping to improve outcomes for claimants and agents. You'll use data science to inform the design, deliver and evaluation of Working Age digital services. Working closely with the Working Age Services Data Lead and Delivery Lead, you will collaborate with cross-disciplinary development teams to understand their data needs and ensure these are effectively met through strong engagement with the Data and Analytics platform team. DWP. Digital with Purpose. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Demonstrable experience of leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams that deliver analytics and insights at pace, effectively supporting project, programme and business outcomes. Strong working knowledge of a broad range of data science techniques including a clear understanding of their appropriate application alongside a commitment to remaining current with emerging industry developments and practices. Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with peers and senior stakeholders including colleagues across digital, operations and policy in order to understand requirements and maximise value delivery. Evidenced capability in establishing standards and best practices for teams including implementing appropriate safeguards to ensure compliance with privacy, security and data protection principles as well as addressing ethical considerations such as unintended bias. Demonstrable contribution to leadership within the professional community including shaping recruitment strategies, supporting career progression and contributing to wider Digital Practice initiatives. Proven ability to create an inclusive and diverse working environment in which individuals feel safe to challenge, are confident their perspectives will be heard and are supported to take initiative and develop professionally. A degree or higher in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) is essential for this role, and evidence of qualification will be requested. You and your role As a Lead Data Scientist, you will shape analytics, insight and evidence for Working Age Services - the part of DWP that supports millions of people of working age through services such as Universal Credit, helping them access financial support, employment opportunities and essential services. You will lead and develop a high-performing team, applying advanced analytical and data science methods. You will align your team's work with the DWP Data and AI strategies, ensuring effective use of central platforms, standards and capabilities. You will be accountable for the quality and impact of analytical outputs - from experimentation and evaluation approaches through to reporting and machine learning applications - ensuring they drive measurable improvements for citizens and DWP colleagues. Working closely with senior stakeholders across digital, operations and policy, you will influence how performance is measured, improve data quality, and embed a stronger culture of evidence-based decision-making. You will also set the standard for responsible data science - maintaining robust governance around privacy, security and data protection, and proactively addressing ethical considerations such as bias. As a senior leader in the profession, you will contribute to building an inclusive, high-performing community by supporting recruitment, developing talent, and helping shape the wider Digital Practice. Please note that the role may involve travel to other digital hubs, with frequency discussed if you are successful. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £92,522. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £23,253 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application
Senior Data Architect Pay of up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're looking for Senior Data Architects to help shape how data underpins some of the UK's most critical public services. At DWP Digital, we build and run services that support millions of people every day - from accessing financial support to finding work. Data is at the heart of that mission. As a Senior Data Architect, you'll play a key role in designing the data foundations that enable these services to operate at scale, securely and effectively. You'll work on complex, high-impact initiatives across DWP Digital, collaborating with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders to define the right solutions. You'll bring clarity to ambiguity, develop architectural options, and provide expert guidance that informs both technology choices and long-term strategic direction. This is a rare opportunity to influence enterprise-scale data architecture in a genuinely meaningful context - improving services that make a difference to society. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Extensive knowledge of data architecture design and modelling with demonstrable application of industry-recognised techniques, patterns, tools and standards. Demonstrable ability to present data architecture designs and articulate key decisions to technical governance forums ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture principles and strategic objectives. Proven experience across core data architecture disciplines including Data Modelling, Master Data Management (MDM), Metadata Management and Data Governance. In-depth understanding of event-driven architecture with demonstrable application of patterns such as publish-subscribe (pub/sub) and data streaming supported by appropriate modelling techniques tools and standards. Strong practical experience of public cloud technologies and cloud-native design including hosting, containerisation and networking patterns with proficiency across platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Solid understanding of Agile delivery methodologies with proven application of best practices in complex cross-functional technology environments. Hands-on experience of DevOps principles including strong working knowledge of Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) practices and tooling. Proven capability to shape, influence and support technology initiatives across projects, programmes and portfolios ensuring alignment with architectural vision and organisational outcomes. You and your role As a Senior Data Architect, you'll work across multiple programmes and delivery teams, applying enterprise-level thinking to complex data challenges. You'll translate business and user needs into scalable, resilient data architectures - designing models, structures and frameworks that support consistent, high-quality and well-governed data across the organisation. You'll take ownership of key architectural artefacts, including data models, metadata frameworks and data dictionaries, ensuring clarity, consistency and alignment at scale. Working alongside other Data and Technical Architects, you'll ensure data architecture is fully integrated into wider system design, enabling solutions that are robust, interoperable and future-ready. You'll also provide technical leadership within the community - guiding other Data Architects, supporting design decisions, and ensuring adherence to agreed standards, policies and governance frameworks. Through your work, you'll influence how data is managed and used across DWP Digital, helping to build platforms and services that are secure, reliable and designed for long-term impact. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in your choice of Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Sheffield. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. You'll get a salary of £57,946 plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971, subject to our assessment of capability at interview. Pension : You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 25 days rising to 30 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Senior Data Architect Pay of up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're looking for Senior Data Architects to help shape how data underpins some of the UK's most critical public services. At DWP Digital, we build and run services that support millions of people every day - from accessing financial support to finding work. Data is at the heart of that mission. As a Senior Data Architect, you'll play a key role in designing the data foundations that enable these services to operate at scale, securely and effectively. You'll work on complex, high-impact initiatives across DWP Digital, collaborating with architects, engineers and senior stakeholders to define the right solutions. You'll bring clarity to ambiguity, develop architectural options, and provide expert guidance that informs both technology choices and long-term strategic direction. This is a rare opportunity to influence enterprise-scale data architecture in a genuinely meaningful context - improving services that make a difference to society. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Extensive knowledge of data architecture design and modelling with demonstrable application of industry-recognised techniques, patterns, tools and standards. Demonstrable ability to present data architecture designs and articulate key decisions to technical governance forums ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture principles and strategic objectives. Proven experience across core data architecture disciplines including Data Modelling, Master Data Management (MDM), Metadata Management and Data Governance. In-depth understanding of event-driven architecture with demonstrable application of patterns such as publish-subscribe (pub/sub) and data streaming supported by appropriate modelling techniques tools and standards. Strong practical experience of public cloud technologies and cloud-native design including hosting, containerisation and networking patterns with proficiency across platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Solid understanding of Agile delivery methodologies with proven application of best practices in complex cross-functional technology environments. Hands-on experience of DevOps principles including strong working knowledge of Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) practices and tooling. Proven capability to shape, influence and support technology initiatives across projects, programmes and portfolios ensuring alignment with architectural vision and organisational outcomes. You and your role As a Senior Data Architect, you'll work across multiple programmes and delivery teams, applying enterprise-level thinking to complex data challenges. You'll translate business and user needs into scalable, resilient data architectures - designing models, structures and frameworks that support consistent, high-quality and well-governed data across the organisation. You'll take ownership of key architectural artefacts, including data models, metadata frameworks and data dictionaries, ensuring clarity, consistency and alignment at scale. Working alongside other Data and Technical Architects, you'll ensure data architecture is fully integrated into wider system design, enabling solutions that are robust, interoperable and future-ready. You'll also provide technical leadership within the community - guiding other Data Architects, supporting design decisions, and ensuring adherence to agreed standards, policies and governance frameworks. Through your work, you'll influence how data is managed and used across DWP Digital, helping to build platforms and services that are secure, reliable and designed for long-term impact. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in your choice of Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Sheffield. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. You'll get a salary of £57,946 plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £25,971, subject to our assessment of capability at interview. Pension : You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 25 days rising to 30 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application
Lead Data Scientist Pay of up £92,522, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. We want to hire a new Lead Data Scientist. If you're skilled at harnessing data and applying advanced analytics to improve outcomes and excited by the prospect of using data and technology at scale in innovative ways to solve complex problems we'd love to hear from you. DWP Digital provides inspiring career opportunities for people who are passionate about creating meaningful impact. As the Lead Data Scientist for Working Age Services, you will lead a high-performing analytical team helping to improve outcomes for claimants and agents. You'll use data science to inform the design, deliver and evaluation of Working Age digital services. Working closely with the Working Age Services Data Lead and Delivery Lead, you will collaborate with cross-disciplinary development teams to understand their data needs and ensure these are effectively met through strong engagement with the Data and Analytics platform team. DWP. Digital with Purpose. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Demonstrable experience of leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams that deliver analytics and insights at pace, effectively supporting project, programme and business outcomes. Strong working knowledge of a broad range of data science techniques including a clear understanding of their appropriate application alongside a commitment to remaining current with emerging industry developments and practices. Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with peers and senior stakeholders including colleagues across digital, operations and policy in order to understand requirements and maximise value delivery. Evidenced capability in establishing standards and best practices for teams including implementing appropriate safeguards to ensure compliance with privacy, security and data protection principles as well as addressing ethical considerations such as unintended bias. Demonstrable contribution to leadership within the professional community including shaping recruitment strategies, supporting career progression and contributing to wider Digital Practice initiatives. Proven ability to create an inclusive and diverse working environment in which individuals feel safe to challenge, are confident their perspectives will be heard and are supported to take initiative and develop professionally. A degree or higher in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) is essential for this role, and evidence of qualification will be requested. You and your role As a Lead Data Scientist, you will shape analytics, insight and evidence for Working Age Services - the part of DWP that supports millions of people of working age through services such as Universal Credit, helping them access financial support, employment opportunities and essential services. You will lead and develop a high-performing team, applying advanced analytical and data science methods. You will align your team's work with the DWP Data and AI strategies, ensuring effective use of central platforms, standards and capabilities. You will be accountable for the quality and impact of analytical outputs - from experimentation and evaluation approaches through to reporting and machine learning applications - ensuring they drive measurable improvements for citizens and DWP colleagues. Working closely with senior stakeholders across digital, operations and policy, you will influence how performance is measured, improve data quality, and embed a stronger culture of evidence-based decision-making. You will also set the standard for responsible data science - maintaining robust governance around privacy, security and data protection, and proactively addressing ethical considerations such as bias. As a senior leader in the profession, you will contribute to building an inclusive, high-performing community by supporting recruitment, developing talent, and helping shape the wider Digital Practice. Please note that the role may involve travel to other digital hubs, with frequency discussed if you are successful. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £92,522. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £23,253 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Lead Data Scientist Pay of up £92,522, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. We want to hire a new Lead Data Scientist. If you're skilled at harnessing data and applying advanced analytics to improve outcomes and excited by the prospect of using data and technology at scale in innovative ways to solve complex problems we'd love to hear from you. DWP Digital provides inspiring career opportunities for people who are passionate about creating meaningful impact. As the Lead Data Scientist for Working Age Services, you will lead a high-performing analytical team helping to improve outcomes for claimants and agents. You'll use data science to inform the design, deliver and evaluation of Working Age digital services. Working closely with the Working Age Services Data Lead and Delivery Lead, you will collaborate with cross-disciplinary development teams to understand their data needs and ensure these are effectively met through strong engagement with the Data and Analytics platform team. DWP. Digital with Purpose. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Demonstrable experience of leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams that deliver analytics and insights at pace, effectively supporting project, programme and business outcomes. Strong working knowledge of a broad range of data science techniques including a clear understanding of their appropriate application alongside a commitment to remaining current with emerging industry developments and practices. Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with peers and senior stakeholders including colleagues across digital, operations and policy in order to understand requirements and maximise value delivery. Evidenced capability in establishing standards and best practices for teams including implementing appropriate safeguards to ensure compliance with privacy, security and data protection principles as well as addressing ethical considerations such as unintended bias. Demonstrable contribution to leadership within the professional community including shaping recruitment strategies, supporting career progression and contributing to wider Digital Practice initiatives. Proven ability to create an inclusive and diverse working environment in which individuals feel safe to challenge, are confident their perspectives will be heard and are supported to take initiative and develop professionally. A degree or higher in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) is essential for this role, and evidence of qualification will be requested. You and your role As a Lead Data Scientist, you will shape analytics, insight and evidence for Working Age Services - the part of DWP that supports millions of people of working age through services such as Universal Credit, helping them access financial support, employment opportunities and essential services. You will lead and develop a high-performing team, applying advanced analytical and data science methods. You will align your team's work with the DWP Data and AI strategies, ensuring effective use of central platforms, standards and capabilities. You will be accountable for the quality and impact of analytical outputs - from experimentation and evaluation approaches through to reporting and machine learning applications - ensuring they drive measurable improvements for citizens and DWP colleagues. Working closely with senior stakeholders across digital, operations and policy, you will influence how performance is measured, improve data quality, and embed a stronger culture of evidence-based decision-making. You will also set the standard for responsible data science - maintaining robust governance around privacy, security and data protection, and proactively addressing ethical considerations such as bias. As a senior leader in the profession, you will contribute to building an inclusive, high-performing community by supporting recruitment, developing talent, and helping shape the wider Digital Practice. Please note that the role may involve travel to other digital hubs, with frequency discussed if you are successful. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £92,522. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £23,253 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
