Technical Architect
Technical Architect - Data Products & Open Data12-Month Contract Inside IR35 2 days a week on site in London Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to provide technical leadership for data products and open data services. This role requires a strong background in data product design, solution architecture, and open data platforms, with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and drive technical strategy across a large programme. Key Responsibilities Lead technical architecture and solution design for data products and open data services Provide design leadership across a multi-disciplinary team Apply expertise in data cataloguing, metadata management, and open/licensed data portals Leverage understanding of AI developments to shape and enhance data services Work with open source tools and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Terraform) Guide technical direction and ensure consistent implementation across the programme Collaborate with a core team of 7-8 and a wider programme of 50 Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience with data products and open/licensed data portals Knowledge of data cataloguing systems and metadata management Familiarity with CKAN or similar platforms Strong solution architecture and technical design capabilities Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams Cloud and infrastructure experience (AWS, Terraform) Programming skills in Python or Ruby Comfortable working with open source tools and stacks Awareness of the impact of AI developments on data services Desirable Skills Experience in government or public sector projects Active SC clearance Strong open data background Alternative Job Titles Solutions Architect Principal Architect Principal Technologist Success Factors Demonstrated technical leadership beyond implementation Expertise in data products and open data platforms Knowledge of AI implications in data services Strong open source and cloud infrastructure experience Ability to lead and influence multi-disciplinary teams
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