Technology Lead

Methods is a 100M IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UKbased we apply our skills in transformation delivery and collaboration from across the Methods Group to create endtoend business and technical solutions that are peoplecentred safe and designed for the future.

Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies system integrators and software houses with people technology and data at the heart of who we are we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients staff communities and the planet.

We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.

Predominantly focused on the publicsector Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio.

Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022.

Role Overview:

Methods is currently recruiting for a Technology Lead roleto join our team on a permanent basis This role will be onsite 5 days per week.

We are seeking a Core Technical Leader (CTL) to provide strategic and handson technical leadership for a complex and highprofile Azure Stack Hub (ASH) and Private Cloud programme. As the seniormost technical authority the CTL will be responsible for shaping and guiding the programmes technology vision driving innovation ensuring architectural integrity and delivering robust secure and scalable solutions.

This role is designed to reflect the responsibilities typically held by a CTO adapted to fit within internal structures. The CTL will play a pivotal role in aligning technical direction with programme goals championing best practices and fostering a highperformance engineering culture across hybrid environments.

I. Core Technical Leadership & Strategy

• Define and communicate the programmes technical vision aligned with overall business and mission objectives.
• Develop and execute strategic technology roadmaps focused on hybrid and private cloud environments.
• Lead technical governance by establishing and enforcing standards policies and architectural frameworks.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks with contingency and disaster recovery plans.
• Drive innovation through technology scouting and by cultivating a forwardthinking technical culture.
• Manage the technical budget ensuring costeffective technology investments.

II. Deep Technical Expertise (ASH & Private Cloud Focus)

• Lead design and deployment of Azure Stack Hub (ASH) infrastructure ensuring performance scalability and resilience.
• Enable core services (IaaS PaaS) on ASH with secure identity management and hybrid connectivity.
• Oversee operational aspects including patching monitoring upgrades and troubleshooting.
• Guide the design configuration and management of virtualization platforms (e.g. VMware HyperV) storage solutions networking and compute infrastructure in private cloud environments.
• Champion automation orchestration and InfrastructureasCode practices across the delivery lifecycle.

III. Complex Technology Landscape Management

• Lead integration efforts across ASH private cloud and legacy/onpremise systems addressing interoperability and migration challenges.
• Implement robust security practices and API management strategies across multicloud and hybrid stacks.
• Navigate complex regulated environments with a deep understanding of data sovereignty latency needs and disconnected operations.

IV. Leadership & Management

• Inspire and lead highperforming technical teams fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to nontechnical stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Empower team members delegate effectively and make timely informed decisions under pressure.
• Manage vendor relationships and contribute to agile programme delivery processes (Scrum Kanban etc..

V. Soft Skills & Personal Attributes

• Operate with strategic foresight balancing shortterm requirements with longterm vision.
• Exhibit resilience and adaptability in the face of changing priorities and challenging conditions.
• Collaborate crossfunctionally and across stakeholder groups maintaining a solutionsfocused approach.
• Maintain a strong learning mindset keeping pace with emerging trends in cloud infrastructure and enterprise technologies.

Key Considerations for the Programme

• Deep understanding of the specific use cases and constraints driving ASH deployment (e.g. data sovereignty disconnected environments).
• Familiarity with the exact private cloud stack and related vendor technologies.
• Ability to operate effectively within a highly integrated regulated and securitysensitive environment.

This role will require you to have Security Clearance & be eligible and willing for Developed Vetting. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website . If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria then your employment may be delayed or rejected Details of this will be discussed with you at interview

Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.

By joining us you can expect

• Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
• Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
• Strong inspiring and thoughtprovoking leadership
• A supportive and collaborative environment

Development access to LinkedIn Learning a management development programme and training

Wellness 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme

Flexible Working including home working and part time

Social office parties breakfast Tuesdays monthly pizza Thursdays Thirsty Thursdays and commitment to charitable causes

Time Off 25 days of annual leave a year plus bank holidays with the option to buy 5 extra days each year

Volunteering 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation

Pension Salary Exchange Scheme with 4 employer contribution and 5 employee contribution

Discretionary Company Bonus based on company and individual performance

Life Assurance of 4 times base salary

Private Medical Insurance which is noncontributory (spouse and dependants included)

Worldwide Travel Insurance which is noncontributory (spouse and dependants included)

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Travel season ticket loan cycle to work scheme

For a full list of benefits please visit our website