Job OverviewWe are seeking an experienced and skilled Chief Architect to lead our solution architecture efforts. This role will be responsible for providing technical leadership and oversight for all major captures, as well as acting as the solution architect lead for internal research and development investments.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide solution oversight and assurance for all major captures.Act as solution architect lead for all internal research and development (IRAD) investments, providing guidance to principal investigators and helping to ensure IRAD is executed in a way it can be quickly adopted by target programmes.Maintain the technical strategy for Leidos in the UK.Lead the development and maintenance of TechRadars; a tool to help select preferred and proven technologies within logically organised categories, promoting reuse and reducing the level of training required.Work with programmes during mobilisation to identify solution elements that are valuable and should be captured and stored in our knowledge repository, LeidoScope, for reuse.RequirementsBroad knowledge of a large range of technical capabilities and technologies including hardware, software, AI & Data, networks, cloud, IT services and cyber security.Experience in defining the appropriate technical strategy and roadmap for medium to large sized mission focussed business.In-depth understanding of technology and technical principles, theories, concepts and their application across a range of programs.Knowledge and experience of core IT capabilities including Cloud, Infrastructure & Networks, Application including development, Data including database, analytics, AI and ML, ITSM including ITIL, Cyber Security, Automation.Highly skilled at solutioning and designing complex mission critical systems and services which meet customer needs whilst remaining implementable within schedule and budget.Excellent communications skills to engage with executive leadership articulating and justifying investment proposals and to provide technical direction and leadership to the OoT project teams.Excellent written and presentation communication skills.Experience carrying out technical solution reviews for large programmes and bids to ensure their success.What We OfferA contributory pension scheme.Private medical insurance.33 days annual leave (including public and privilege holidays).Access to flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme).About UsWe welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.