Director of Technical Excellence — Hybrid & Strategy Lead

Thales Group; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Director of Technical Excellence based in Reading, UK. This role involves leading cross-section engineering teams and driving technical assurance and innovation. Candidates should have significant experience in governance and systems assurance, a deep understanding of enterprise architecture, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. The position offers a hybrid working model and is crucial for the strategic benefit of technology in defense and related sectors.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in leading multi-discipline engineering teams.
• Proven record in technical governance and systems assurance.
• Deep understanding of enterprise and solution architecture.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical assurance across business lines.
• Lead innovation initiatives and technology strategy.
• Manage cross-domain communities of practice.

Skills

Technical governance

Systems assurance

Leadership

Innovation management

Multi-disciplinary team management

Education

Relevant advanced degree

Tools

Project management tools

Architecture frameworks

Job description

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Director of Technical Excellence based in Reading, UK. This role involves leading cross-section engineering teams and driving technical assurance and innovation. Candidates should have significant experience in governance and systems assurance, a deep understanding of enterprise architecture, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. The position offers a hybrid working model and is crucial for the strategic benefit of technology in defense and related sectors.