Software Engineer

About The Company DWP Digital is a leading division within the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), dedicated to transforming public services through innovative digital solutions. Our mission is to make public services simpler, clearer, and more efficient for the millions of people who rely on them.

We leverage cutting-edge technology, data-driven insights, and agile methodologies to enhance the delivery of welfare, employment, and health services across the UK. Committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment, DWP Digital is at the forefront of digital transformation in the public sector, ensuring that our services are accessible, reliable, and user-centric.

About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Digital Solutions Architect to join our dynamic team at DWP Digital. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing innovative digital solutions that support the department’s strategic objectives.

This role requires a deep understanding of enterprise architecture, cloud technologies, and software development processes. As a Digital Solutions Architect, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and stakeholders, to ensure that technical solutions align with business needs and are scalable, secure, and sustainable. You will also be responsible for providing technical guidance, establishing best practices, and driving continuous improvement in our digital services.

Qualifications The successful candidate will possess a strong educational background in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Extensive experience in enterprise architecture, cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), and software development is essential.

Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or similar are highly desirable. You should have a proven track record of designing and delivering complex digital solutions within a government or large enterprise environment. Excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively across teams, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are also key requirements for this role.

Responsibilities Develop and maintain comprehensive architecture frameworks that guide the design and implementation of digital solutions across the department.

Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into scalable technical architectures.

Lead the evaluation and selection of technology platforms, tools, and vendors to ensure optimal fit for project needs.

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.

Ensure all solutions are compliant with security, privacy, and accessibility standards.

Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.

Continuously monitor and assess emerging technologies to recommend innovative enhancements to existing systems.

Document architecture designs, technical specifications, and implementation guidelines for ongoing support and future projects.

Act as a key point of contact for technical issues, troubleshooting, and escalation management.

Benefits At DWP Digital, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ well-being and professional growth. This includes competitive salary packages, flexible working arrangements, and generous paid leave policies.

Employees have access to ongoing training and development programs, including certifications, workshops, and conferences, to enhance their skills and career progression. We also provide a pension scheme, health and wellbeing initiatives, and employee assistance programs. Our inclusive culture promotes diversity and equality, ensuring every team member feels valued and supported in their role.

Equal Opportunity

DWP Digital is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to innovate and serve our communities effectively.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and join us in our mission to deliver outstanding digital services for the public sector.