Lead Technical Architect - 4 month F.T.C

Job Description: Introduction Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it has a proven track record of nurturing and developing innovations, combining the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for clients. Dentsu delivers end-to-end experience transformation (EX) by integrating its services across Media, CXM and Creative, while its business transformation (BX) mindset pushes the boundaries of transformation and sustainable growth for brands, people and society. We’re hiring a Lead Technical Architect to work on a 4-month Fixed Term contract ideally from our London office – NW1, however we will consider other locations throughout the UK. Role Purpose The purpose of this role is to work within a Transformation programme to review, assess and design for technology needs in order to recommend and put in place technology and platforms that will streamline workflow to meet the needs of the planned future state of the Media Practice area. Key responsibilities: Understand technology needs based on Media process analysis in order to define appropriate strategy to deliver potential system solutions / specifications Deploy function technical, automation, AI knowledge to plan and design the structure of appropriate technology/ platform solutions Communicate system requirements to relevant development teams Evaluate and select appropriate software or hardware and suggest integration methods Collaborate with the wider project team to deliver technology solutions changes and embedding/ learning Ensure the implementation of agreed architecture and infrastructure Address technical concerns, ideas and suggestions Monitor systems to ensure they meet both user needs and business goals, ensuring delivery of solutions that offer efficiency & usability Skills/Qualifications Proven experience in Technical Architecture, technology implementation and/ or Project Management Understanding of strategic IT solutions Experience in project management and service-oriented architecture (SOA) Knowledge of selected coding languages (e.g. JavaScript, C#) Familiarity with various operating systems (e.g. Windows, UNIX) and databases (e.g. MySQL, Oracle) Experience in cloud technologies (e.g. VMware) Keen understanding of Media platforms available in the market & ability to assess relevance for dentsu Excellent communication skills Problem-solving aptitude What we offer This is a 4 month Fixed Term contract role to start from on 1/7/2025. The team is based in offices across the UK and in Chennai, India and operate under flexible working arrangements and are in the office 2-3 days per week. Inclusion and Diversity Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their best selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures. We are happy to discuss flexible and agile approaches to working for all our roles – we can’t promise we will be able to offer you everything you want or need but we do promise to discuss it with you openly and honestly. If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our recruitment teams. Location: London Brand: Dentsu Media Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term) Can’t find a suitable job? Sign up for job alerts tailored to your interests and be first in line for new opportunities. About dentsu For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We’re leading the way – helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way. Find out more about us Who we are Our Social Impact Our work