Digi2al Ltd

Digi2al Ltd seeks an experienced Technical Director to lead the Royal Navy's DNA software house, setting the technical direction for strategic, secure and scalable digital services. The role requires governance across architecture, data and product delivery, with emphasis on AI adoption and open standards. The postholder will engage senior stakeholders across Navy Digital, the Royal Navy and DEFENCE, ensuring value-for-money and compliant engineering practices across multi-year programs.

We are seeking an experienced Technical Director to provide strategic technical leadership for the Royal Navy's DNA software house Summary DIGI2AL is seeking an experienced Technical Director to provide strategic technical leadership for the Royal Navy's Data and Navy Applications software house. This is a senior leadership role within a large-scale, multi-year delivery environment supporting thousands of uniformed personnel and civil servants. The postholder will set the technical direction for the software house, ensuring that digital products and services are aligned to Royal Navy priorities, wider Defence policy and standards, and good practice in secure, modern service delivery. Scope The Technical Director will define and maintain the target technical architecture and roadmap for the software house. They will translate operational and business needs into a coherent technical strategy, ensuring that platforms, products, data, integration patterns and engineering approaches support long-term mission outcomes as well as immediate delivery priorities. The role will provide technical leadership across complex code, low-code, data and platform services, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, supportable and sustainable through life. A core part of the role is to establish a clear and repeatable approach to assessing technology demand. The postholder will work with stakeholders across Navy Digital, the Royal Navy and wider Defence to evaluate user needs, operational value, feasibility, security implications, whole-life cost and architectural fit, and to determine whether capabilities should be built, bought, configured, integrated, reused or retired. They will ensure that investment and delivery decisions are evidence-based, proportionate and aligned to enterprise principles, standards and value for money. The Technical Director will lead the software house's approach to modern engineering and emerging technologies, including the responsible adoption of artificial intelligence. This includes identifying appropriate AI use cases, shaping the technical enablers required for AI-enabled services, and ensuring that any adoption of AI is safe, lawful, ethical, auditable and aligned to Defence security, data and governance requirements. The role will also reduce strategic dependency on individual suppliers and platforms by promoting open standards, modular design, interoperable interfaces, reusable components and data portability. The postholder will ensure that technology choices support flexibility, resilience and maintainability, and that the software house is able to evolve its services without unnecessary vendor lock-in. As the senior technical authority within the organisation, the Technical Director will provide governance, assurance and risk management across the delivery portfolio. They will work closely with product, delivery, security and architecture leads to improve engineering maturity, manage technical debt, strengthen DevSecOps practices, and maintain compliance with relevant Royal Navy, MOD and cross-government standards. The postholder will engage confidently with senior stakeholders across the Royal Navy, MOD and suppliers, providing clear advice on technical options, risks, trade-offs and delivery implications. They will foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement, and will support the development of a sustainable software house capability able to deliver enduring operational value. Experience Strategic technical leadership. Significant experience of setting technical direction, roadmap and architectural standards in a complex digital environment, ideally within Defence, national security, central government or another highly regulated organisation. Software delivery leadership. Proven track record of leading multiple technical teams across the full lifecycle of digital products and services, from discovery and investment decisions through to live operation, support and continual improvement. Architecture and governance. Experience of acting as a senior technical authority, providing architectural leadership, design assurance and governance across a portfolio of products, platforms and services. Demand assessment and prioritisation. Experience of assessing user and organisational needs and translating them into clear technical options and delivery priorities, including decisions on whether to build, buy, configure, integrate, reuse or retire capabilities. Modern software engineering. Strong understanding of modern software engineering and platform delivery, including cloud-hosted services, APIs, integration patterns, test automation, CI/CD and DevSecOps. Data and AI adoption. Experience of leading data-enabled services and introducing emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence or machine learning, with appropriate attention to governance, assurance, security and ethics. Commercial and supplier awareness. Experience of working with third party suppliers and platform vendors, with the judgement to balance pace of delivery, value for money, operational need and long term technical resilience. Senior stakeholder engagement. Strong experience of advising senior leaders and governance forums, including explaining complex technical issues, risks and trade-offs in clear and accessible language. Essential skills Technical strategy. Ability to define a coherent target architecture and technology roadmap which supports operational priorities, enterprise standards and long-term sustainability. Architectural decision-making. Ability to make and govern sound technical decisions across applications, data, integration, platforms and security within a complex and regulated environment. Open and interoperable design. Ability to promote open standards, modular architecture, API-first approaches, reusable components and data portability in order to reduce unnecessary vendor lock-in. Risk and technical debt management. Ability to identify, assess and manage technical risk, service risk and technical debt, and to take proportionate action to improve resilience and maintainability. AI and data governance. Ability to assess where AI can deliver operational benefit and to ensure adoption is safe, lawful, ethical, secure and auditable. Leadership and capability building. Ability to lead technical communities, develop senior engineers and architects, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Communication. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work credibly across technical, operational and senior stakeholder groups. Technical knowledge Experience of modern development ecosystems, with sufficient technical depth to lead teams using technologies such as Python, TypeScript, React and relational or non-relational database technologies. Experience of platform and delivery tooling such as Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, Tekton and associated DevSecOps toolchains. Working knowledge of enterprise and SaaS platforms relevant to the environment, including Microsoft Power Platform and Palantir Foundry, with the ability to judge where platform use is appropriate and where bespoke engineering or open approaches are preferable. Understanding of cyber security, identity, hosting, networking and service management considerations relevant to live Defence digital services. Experience of Royal Navy or wider MOD digital transformation, governance and assurance processes. Knowledge of DDaT capability frameworks, enterprise architecture practice and relevant cross-government digital standards. Experience of working in environments where services must balance innovation, pace, operational resilience and formal assurance requirements. Top 3 qualities needed for this role Technical Leadership Communication and collaboration skills MOD experience Minimum security level: SC Benefits Salary £120k 10% Bonus 25 days holiday increasing annually up to a maximum of 30 days Support for flexible working 2 paid charity days a year 16 weeks of full pay Maternity leave 2 weeks full pay Paternity leave Annual bonus - all employees are eligible (following successful completion of probationary period) - level varies by position and is dependent on company performance Discretionary bonus for exceptional performance Employee Ownership Trust - from day 1 employees share in the benefits of the company Support with your professional development including training and certifications and attendance at conferences Diverse and interesting projects which give you an opportunity to make a difference

A Data Architect, ready to define and lead the data architecture underpinning a hybrid navy, integrating crewed platforms, uncrewed systems, sensors, and digital services across ship, shore, and cloud environments. Skills You will set the technical direction and architectural standards for how data is collected, secured, processed, and exploited to deliver operational advantage. This role balances strategic design with hands on technical leadership, working closely with engineers, security teams, and operational stakeholders. Responsibilities Define and own the end to end data architecture for hybrid naval capabilities. Designing architectures for low bandwidth, denied, or intermittent connectivity. Design secure, resilient, and scalable data platforms spanning edge, tactical, and cloud environments. Establish architectural patterns for real time data ingestion, streaming, and analytics. Lead the integration of sensor, platform, and mission data using common data models and standards. Ensure data architecture aligns with defence security (JSP452), accreditation, and interoperability requirements. Provide architectural governance, including design assurance, technical decision making, and risk management. Mentor engineers and influence delivery teams to implement architectural best practice. Act as a trusted technical advisor to MOD clients, translating operational needs into architectural decisions. Requirements Comfortable working in agile, multi-disciplinary teams Pragmatic and outcomes focused, balancing architectural rigour with delivery pace. Security first mindset, with an appreciation of operational realities. SFIA level: 5 DDAT Description: Data Architect Start date: 1st August 2026 Initial contract length: 3 Months Role location: Portsmouth Nationality specification: British Citizen only, no dual nationality Number of days per week expected on site: 3+ per week (depending on need) Minimum security level: SC or above Day rate: £765 Experience Essential: Proven experience as a Senior Data Architect delivering solutions in complex, regulated, disconnected or mission critical environments, with accountability for end to end data architecture. Strong understanding of data modelling, data warehousing and data lake architectures (e.g. lakehouse patterns), and data integration using event driven and API led approaches. Experience designing architectures across hybrid cloud and on premise / edge environments, using platforms such as AWS or Azure, with a strong understanding of distributed systems and event driven architectures (e.g. Apache Kafka, AWS Kinesis, messaging and streaming patterns). Experience designing architectures for high volume, time critical, or sensor driven data, including streaming, time series, and geospatial data (e.g. PostgreSQL/PostGIS, Elasticsearch, InfluxDB). Strong technical leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to set architectural direction, assure designs, and influence multidisciplinary delivery teams. Knowledge of data security, information assurance, and access control in high security contexts, including secure data pipelines, encryption, identity and access management, and awareness of Zero Trust principles. Desirable: Experience working with MOD, Defence Digital, SDA, or wider UK public sector defence clients. Ability to communicate complex architectural and data concepts clearly to both technical and non technical stakeholders, including senior leaders. Hands on experience with modern cloud native data platforms, such as: MODCloud - ICE, ACE environments AWS data services (e.g. S3, Redshift, EKS, Kinesis) Azure data services (e.g. Data Lake, Synapse, AKS) GCP Kubernetes based platforms and containerised data services Telicent Understanding of NATO data standards, interoperability requirements, or multi national data sharing constraints. Experience supporting systems operating in degraded, denied, or disconnected environments, including low bandwidth architectures and edge processing patterns. Digi2al Ltd Palmeira Avenue Mansions 19 Church Road Hove East Sussex BN3 2FA (0)

Digi2al Ltd in Portsmouth seeks a Data Architect to define and lead the data architecture underpinning hybrid naval capabilities, integrating crewed platforms, uncrewed systems, sensors, and digital services across ship, shore, and cloud environments. You will set technical direction, own end-to-end data architecture, and partner with engineers, security teams, and MOD clients to translate operational needs into architectural decisions.

Digi2al Ltd invites applications for a proactive Business Analyst to join our Portsmouth team on a 3 month contract starting 1 August 2026. You will lead small-to-medium projects, collaborate with developers, and translate user needs into high level requirements within an agile software environment. You will map current and future processes, engage stakeholders, and help define the MVP to maximise value while driving data governance and continuity across initiatives.

Skills We are looking for a proactive problem-solver who thrives on collaboration and isn't afraid to dive into a challenge. As a Business Analyst, you will lead small-to-medium projects while providing critical support for our most complex, large-scale initiatives. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver who thrives on collaboration and isn't afraid to dive into a challenge. The ideal candidate will build and maintain strong relationships to ensure alignment across the business, working closely with developers to iterate working solutions. They will be able to manage their own workload with a high degree of independence with a good insight of their own expertise and capabilities. You will be expected to share best practices in order to advance the BA community. The ideal candidate will have a collaborative mindset and solid capabilities in data analysis and process mapping. They will be comfortable using insights to influence decisions around prioritisation and defining the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to ensure maximum value is delivered. You will lead on Stakeholder engagement and supporting teams to increase data maturity levels in the organisation, by acting as a bridge between the team and other directorates. The ideal candidate will be able to apply a broad range of techniques to investigate, identify and evaluate ways to improve data governance in business systems, processes and situations. Top 3 requirements needed for this role Strong knowledge of software delivery ways of working. Excellent communication skills with ability to build relationships with all manner of customers. Strong problem-solving skills. Start date: 1st August 2026 Initial contract length: 3 Months Role location: Portsmouth Nationality specification: British Citizen only, no dual nationality Number of days per week expected on site: 3+ per week (depending on need) Minimum security level: SC or above Day rate: £472.50 Experience Must haves: Proven experience working as a Business Analyst in agile software development teams. Experience in stakeholder mapping and engagement. Leading the mapping of current ("as is") and future ("to be") business processes and technical ecosystems. Translating user needs into high-level requirements. Analysing costs, resources, and benefits, and identifying risks and constraints. Skilled in capturing, distilling, and presenting findings to inform options and business cases. Ability to elicit, document, and present cost baselines and KPIs to support recommendations and decisions. Able to identify areas for improvement, explore feasible options, analyse the effects of change and define success measures. Ability to work with others in a multidisciplinary team to identify gaps in functionality and user experience, and their impact. Understand and apply agile working practices within the Software Development Lifecycle, taking an active role in the associated ceremonies and tasks. Nice to haves: Experience working in the Ministry of Defence (MOD) or similar secure environments.

Digi2al Ltd in Portsmouth is seeking a Delivery Manager responsible for end-to-end product and service delivery, building high-performing teams, and fostering continuous improvement through agile and lean practices. You will manage risk, coordinate with senior stakeholders, and ensure alignment with government standards; start 1 August 2026 on a 3 month on-site contract in Portsmouth with day rate of £540.

The Solution Architect is responsible for the end to end design, development, and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure technology solutions that directly support organisational objectives. Acting as a strategic conduit between business stakeholders and technical teams, this role ensures that architectural integrity is maintained throughout the entire software development lifecycle. You will be tasked with delivering technical designs of moderate risk and complexity, ensuring they remain coherent and responsive to evolving requirements. By challenging assumptions and identifying strategic opportunities, you will play a pivotal role in translating a high level vision into actionable roadmaps. Architectural Design & Strategy Create and maintain technical blueprints that balance innovation with architectural coherence, ensuring all designs are optimized through iterative feedback loops. Interpret organisational roadmaps to develop solution strategies that align with long term digital goals. Proactively challenge requirements and underlying assumptions to ensure the most efficient and effective technical path is selected. Governance, Risk & Assurance Identify, document, and mitigate architectural risks that impact multiple teams or domains, specifically focusing on solutions of medium risk and complexity. Ensure all solutions adhere to Government Digital Service Standards and the Technology Code of Practice, maintaining readiness for formal Digital Service Assessments. Apply established architectural principles, patterns, and constraints to all decision making processes. Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal architectural governance frameworks. Collaboration & Delivery Work as a key member of a blended, multidisciplinary Agile team, participating in sprint planning, peer reviews, and retrospective sessions. Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both senior leadership and external customers, fostering consensus on critical design decisions. Maintain rigorous documentation standards, ensuring all architectural outputs are captured within official repositories, including Navy Digital Confluence, SharePoint, and GitHub. Top 3 requirements Ability to produce architectural representations that enable different teams to have a shared understanding of problems throughout the life cycle. Strong communication skills as you will need to communicate complicated, complex or risky architecture topics with technical and non technical stakeholders. Experience with tracking emerging issues, strategies, roadmaps, patterns and technologies over time to assess opportunities and risks to your work. Experience and skills Must haves Proven ability to guide design choices in environments characterized by moderate complexity and risk. Ability to see the "big picture" while managing the technical nuances of a specific domain. Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of managing expectations across diverse stakeholder groups. Familiarity with the GDS lifecycle and the requirements for passing a Digital Service Assessment is highly desirable. Experience with containerisation technologies such as Kubernetes. Produce and promote high quality solution designs and application architectures that are aligned with the Data & Analytics architecture principles and strategy. Understanding of modern security principles; Secure by Design, Zero Trust Architecture and Software Defined Networks. Must have the ability to problem solve and apply the outcome to an architectural solution. Experience with modern application platforms; MS Power Platform, Palantir Foundry or equivalent. Understanding of cloud architectures across Azure, AWS and other platforms. Nice to haves Experience having previously worked in Defence. DDaT Description: Solution Architect. SFIA Level: 5. Start date: 1st August 2026. Initial contract length: 3 months. Role location: Portsmouth. Nationality specification: British Citizen only, no dual nationality. Number of days per week expected on site: 3+ per week (depending on need). Minimum security level: SC or above. Day rate: £630.

Digi2al Ltd in Portsmouth seeks a Solution Architect to lead end-to-end design, development, and implementation of robust, scalable systems that support business objectives. You will translate a high level vision into actionable roadmaps and ensure architectural coherence across the lifecycle. Working within a blended Agile team, you will communicate complex concepts to leadership and customers, maintain thorough documentation, and ensure readiness for Digital Service Assessments.

As a Delivery Manager, you are accountable for team performance and the end-to-end delivery of products and services. You will build high-performing, motivated teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, applying agile and lean methodologies to optimise ways of working. Skills. Team Leadership: A Delivery Manager will build and sustain collaborative teams by assessing capacity and strengths. Identify and remove blockers to ensure the team remains focused on delivery priorities. Agile Practice: You will apply the most effective agile and lean tools for the context. Encourage experimentation, reflective practice, and the visualisation of outcomes to improve ways of working. Stakeholder and Supplier Management: In this role you will act as the primary lead for third party suppliers and navigate internal government processes. Bridge the gap between technical and non technical stakeholders, managing expectations and facilitating difficult discussions. Risk and Finance: It is important that you proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies. Balance cost versus value using data driven planning and manage financial reporting and escalations. Lifecycle Delivery: You will manage products through all lifecycle phases, ensuring alignment with service standards and developing robust plans for complex situations. Top 3 requirements: Demonstrate true servant leadership, actively enabling the team's delivery while maintaining the confidence and ability to engage with senior level stakeholders. Proven experience operating within an agile environment. Possess the ability to leverage cognitive diversity effectively, employing strong visual, written, and verbal communication skills to cultivate a unified understanding. Start date: 1 August 2026 Initial contract length: 3 Months Role location: Portsmouth Nationality specification: Sole British National - no dual nationality Number of days per week expected on site: 3+ per week (depending on need) Minimum security level: SC or above Day rate: £540 Experience. Must haves: Proven experience delivering digital services through Discovery, Alpha, and Beta phases, with a specific emphasis on leading Discovery. Expertise in applying the GOV.UK Service Standard to large scale projects, including services designed for internal users. A versatile agile practitioner capable of tailoring methodologies to specific delivery phases and co creating practices with the team. Extensive experience fostering a culture of continuous learning through retrospectives, 1:1s, and honest feedback loops. A dedicated focus on team wellbeing, with a track record of successfully navigating the "storming" phase to drive high performance delivery. A proactive approach to removing friction, encompassing everything from high level facilitation to essential team administration (documentation, scheduling, and review). Highly skilled in facilitating diverse sessions to ensure team alignment and progress. Comfortable leading through complexity and uncertainty, using structured tools and techniques to maintain momentum when requirements are evolving. Highly self directed and able to build effective mental models of work to execute tasks independently or as part of a collective. An honest and clear communicator, capable of maintaining transparency with stakeholders at all levels. Nice to haves: Familiarity with the GDS Service Standard or similar public/private sector design frameworks. Experience working in the Ministry of Defence (MOD) or similar secure environments. Awareness of data processing platform technology (DevOps CI/CD pipeline, K8s (ideally OpenShift . Experience using Jira for workflow management software. Digi2al Ltd, Palmeira Avenue Mansions, 19 Church Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 2FA (0)