Technical Practice Lead

itelligent-i
Wolverhampton
1 year ago
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Venn Group is excited to partner with itelligent-i to recruit the post of Technical Practice Lead. itelligent-i are seeking a highly competent technical innovator and leader who will enable their continued growth and success in delivering Data and Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence tools based on the Microsoft Azure Data Services platforms.



All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

itelligent-i are an end-to-end Data Platform and Analytics specialist and a strategic business partner for councils, providing information, insight, and intelligence to empower better decision-making. Their expertise covers a range of services from Adults and Health to Transport and Highways, guiding resource allocation and offering informed insights for various council departments.


The Technical Practice Lead will be responsible for leading technical projects and resource, driving innovation, providing technical guidance and expertise, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes.


With numerous data platforms, analytical and business application deployments, the Technical Practice Lead must be willing to be hands on in all areas: delivery and implementation of the itelligent-i Data & Analytics Platform, conduct technical platform reviews, manage and resolve support issues, and develop technical training products.


A key focus of the role will be to evolve the data engineering project approach (engagement, delivery, handover and support) and underlying technology of itelligent-i’s offering.


This is a full-time hybrid role based in Staffordshire, with a requirement for travelling to customer sites and some home based working.


Employment type:Permanent

Salary:£90k per annum + business performance bonus

Office Location:Eccleshall, Staffordshire


Hiring Process:

  • Introductory Teams meeting with Venn Group, to discuss your experience and the role
  • 1st Stage: 1-on-1 with the CEO
  • 2nd Stage: Technical Test: implementation of tool in a test environment
  • 3rd Stage: Q&A with CEO and colleagues


Qualifications

  • Experience in leading technical projects, driving innovation, and providing technical guidance
  • Experience of software development SDLC in agile deployments
  • Expertise in data platforms and solutions
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment


To be considered for this position and for further information on this and other roles please apply and reach out to the Venn Group Local Government division in our London office.

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