Digital and technology: senior leadership opportunities
Join the Scottish Government as a senior technology leader.
We’re recruiting for two Deputy Director positions within our Digital, Data and Technology profession, offering the opportunity to shape the digital foundations that enable government to operate efficiently, securely and at scale.
The successful candidates will join our Corporate Operations Directorate, and play a pivotal role in leading large-scale transformation across critical platforms, applications, infrastructure and networks.
You’ll drive innovation, build high-performing teams, influence strategic investment, and deliver secure, resilient technology services that enable thousands of colleagues to serve the people of Scotland.
Together, these roles are responsible for delivering the technology foundations, platforms and services that enable the Scottish Government to operate securely, efficiently and effectively.
Our opportunities
Deputy Director for Infrastructure and Networks
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Salary: £97,819
Closing date: 27/07/2026, 23:55
Lead the infrastructure, networks and cloud platforms that underpin digital government.
You’ll drive the modernisation of core technology services, ensuring they are secure, resilient and scalable while enabling innovation across the organisation.
We’re looking for a strategic technology leader with significant experience delivering large-scale infrastructure transformation, leading high-performing teams and aligning technology services with organisational priorities.
Please ensure to read the full job specification, including the Success Profile, before applying.
Deputy Director for Corporate Applications and Support Services
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Salary: £97,819
Closing date: 27/07/2026, 23:55
Lead the strategy, delivery and ongoing evolution of the corporate applications that enable government to work effectively.
You’ll shape an integrated digital workplace ecosystem, driving transformation, improving user experience and maximising value from technology investment.
We’re looking for a proven digital leader with experience modernising complex application estates, delivering enterprise-scale change and building strong technology capabilities.
Please ensure to read the full job specification, including the Success Profile, before applying.
Where you’ll work
The Corporate Operations Directorate was established in October 2025. The technologies and services delivered and supported by Corporate Operations are critical to the effective running of the Scottish Government and the many public bodies that rely on shared services.
We provide and continuously improve a wide range of corporate and digital services, helping to build a modern, efficient and resilient organisation.
By combining operational excellence, innovation and collaboration, we support colleagues across government to deliver better outcomes for the people of Scotland, while enabling the Scottish Government to be among the most effective and efficient organisations in its peer group.
Why join us?
Competitive benefits package
We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- A competitive salary
- A generous pension scheme and annual leave package
- The opportunity to deliver meaningful work for the people of Scotland
- Access to ongoing professional development
- An inclusive and supportive workplace
- Flexible working arrangements
An organisation championing inclusion
We are committed to recruiting a workforce which is reflective of our diverse population, where individual contributions are encouraged and valued.
We want to ensure that all applicants have the opportunity to perform at their best and we offer recruitment and workplace adjustments to anyone who needs them.
Further info
Your application
To apply, please submit your CV along with a Supporting Statement (maximum 500 words) that clearly demonstrates how you meet the lead criteria and experience listed in the Success Profile on the advert.
General or unrelated statements may result in your application being sifted out.
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