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# Senior Technical Architect

- **Company:** Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
- **Location:** Leeds, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £46,199.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Applications Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Databases, Data Architecture, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, HybridCloud, Containerization, Information Technology, Cloud Migration, Serverless Computing, Microservices
- **Published:** August 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5843159098

## About the Role

* Proven Technical Architect experience with a track record of collaborating to deliver digital change that adds value to customers.
 * Proven ability to anticipate the full impact of implementing technology change into a complex estate.
 * Ability to work with discretion and capability in own area. Works effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, working across boundaries and delegating where appropriate, adding value through strategic thinking.
 * Ability to make decisions confidently and demonstrate understanding of the complexity of a legacy heavy IT estate and how to transition to a modern architecture.
 * Experience of working successfully with a wide network of colleagues and contacts to achieve progress on shared objectives., * Leadership (A, I)
 * Working Together (A, I)
 * Communicating and Influencing (A, I), * Good IT experience in architectural roles (A, I, P)
 * Familiarity with UK public sector regulations, standards, and frameworks, such as the Government Digital Service (GDS) and the Technology Code of Practice (TCoP) (A, I, P)
 * Experience with both on-premise and cloud technologies (A, I, P)
 * Experience in leading cloud migration initiatives and managing hybrid environments (A, I, P)
 * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills (A, I, P)
 * Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies (A, I, P)
 * Track record of delivering complex technical solutions, within a public sector environment is desirable but not essential (A, I, P)
 * Proven experience designing and implementing secure cloud architectures and understanding of cloud security principles across major cloud platforms (A, I, P)
 * Experience of Healthcare/Medicines/Devices industries, Regulatory bodies desirable but not essential (A, I, P)

Technical Criteria:

 * Knowledge of cloud platforms, with specific expertise in Microsoft Azure (A, I)
 * Understanding of hybrid cloud architectures, including integration strategies, security models, and performance optimisation techniques (A, I)
 * Good technical skills across multiple domains, including infrastructure design, application architecture, software engineering and development practices, data architectures, and cybersecurity principles (A, I)
 * Understanding of emerging technologies such as containerisation, serverless computing, microservices architectures, and advanced integration patterns (A, I)
 * MS Azure Solution Architect desirable (A, I), Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here.

Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.

## Description

We are currently looking for a Senior Technical Architect to join our Strategy & Architecture Function within the Digital & Technology group.

This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 7/8 Wellington Place, Leeds, LS1 4AP.

Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.

We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly. Please discuss this with the recruiting manager before accepting an appointment., The Strategy & Architecture team is responsible for ensuring that DTG service provision supports the delivery of the Agency's strategy and Corporate Delivery Plan including meeting MHRA's financial and performance targets and delivery objectives.

The team is responsible for providing digital, data and technology design assurance to ensure proposed solutions are compliant with legislation, standards and Government policy, and for ensuring the effective running of the Division, including budget and performance management., * Support the development of a comprehensive Technical Architecture Reference Model that aligns with the IT strategy, government policies, and best practices.

 * Support the development and maintenance of the technical architecture roadmap, with particular emphasis on cloud migration strategies and hybrid infrastructure to support wider Agency objectives.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical architecture is integrated into all aspects of the Agency's digital transformation initiatives.
 * Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in Technical Architecture, bringing forward recommendations for improvement., We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here.
 * Online application form, including questions based on the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profiles. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.
 * Presentation, to be prepared as part of your interview, with further information being supplied when you reach this stage.
 * Interview, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.

In the instance that we receive a high number of applications, we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria of Good IT experience in architectural roles.

Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allow sufficient time. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description., Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include:

 * Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens
 * Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings
 * Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required
 * Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.

Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.

Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here.

Individuals appointed on level transfer will retain their existing salary and are responsible for ensuring they fully understand the financial implications of any potential move and the impact (if any) on their terms. If an individual is in any doubt, they should seek clarification before accepting a job offer.

Staff joining on promotion will receive up to a 10% increase of their current basic salary, or the pay band minimum, whichever is the greater.

The individual will not retain any allowances paid by the former department/Agency, unless there are special circumstances, such as a reserved right to those allowances on transfer.

Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk.


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