Chief Technology Officer - Digital Applications

Chief Technology Officer - Digital Applications

Publication Date: Sep 28, 2026 Ref. No: 545834

Location

London, GB Remote Home, GB

Atos is the Atos Group brand dedicated to AI-powered, secure, end-to-end digital services. Atos designs, develops, and operates critical digital environments that drive performance, resilience and sovereignty, helping public and private organizations worldwide retain control over their data and infrastructures, while meeting regulatory requirements.

With more than 52,000 employees serving over 4,500 clients across 54 countries, Atos helps modernize core IT systems, accelerate cloud and data transformation, strengthen cybersecurity, and deliver secure digital workplace environments to support its clients, its employees and society. Atos also provides consulting and advisory services through its Atos Amplify brand. A trusted partner in operating complex and mission-critical environments, Atos supports organizations across highly regulated and sovereign contexts.

About Atos Group

Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 54,000 employees and annual revenue of c. €7.2 billion, operating in 54 countries under two brands - Atos for services and Eviden for products and systems. European number one in cybersecurity and a leader in cloud, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos Group is listed on Euronext Paris.

Role Purpose

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for the Digital Business Line (BL) is responsible for defining and delivering the technical vision and strategy, driving the transformation agenda which we have embarked on.

As the Technical leader, you will share client engagements, aligning the client’s needs with business objectives and technology execution.

This senior leadership role drives the transformation agenda, leads technical business development, shapes client engagements, and ensures the successful delivery of complex solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Transformation

• Shape and deliver the BL’s transformation vision, integrating product lifecycle management and AI into the operating model.

• Lead engagement with Global BL and Geo technology teams to ensure coordinated execution of the transformation strategy.

• Lead the evolution of engineering delivery from a traditional SDLC to a product/service-oriented capability model.

• 2. Technical Business Development

• Act as a senior technical advisor to strategic clients, shaping their thinking on Digital Applications services.

• Position the BL as a leader in AI-enabled SDLC services in partnership with Industry teams and customers.

• Provide technical leadership across bids and proposals, ensuring approaches align to modern software engineering and product delivery methods.

• Partner with the presales solutioning team to support business development activities, shaping solution approaches and integrating new service offers into the Digital portfolio.

• 3. Technology Strategy & Architecture

• Define and maintain the enterprise technology strategy for SDLC and AI platforms.

• Establish architectural standards and governance to ensure security, scalability, and consistency across solutions.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends, providing strategic recommendations aligned with policy and legislation.

• 4. Technical Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and develop high-performing engineering teams and associated technical functions.

• Promote a culture of technical excellence, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

• 5. Delivery Assurance & Governance

• Oversee technical delivery across major programmes, ensuring alignment with architectural standards and quality expectations.

• Lead gated approval processes across solution design, implementation, and deployment.

• Required Skills that we’d like you to bring

• Deep knowledge of AI and its application in transforming SDLC practices.

• Expert understanding of product lifecycle management and full-stack engineering.

• Influencing senior stakeholders, including C-suite and business line leadership.

• Eligibility for, or holding, UK Security Clearance (SC).

• Experience representing organisations at industry events, roundtables, and forums, and contributing to thought leadership.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with partners, suppliers, and SMEs to drive innovation and growth.

• A track record of fostering innovation through emerging technology

• Additional Requirements

• Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain SC clearance.

• Location: UK-based. Remote working is available, with national mobility required.

Benefits

• 25 days paid leave + National Holidays
• Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10%
• Private Medical Cover
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Flex

Benefits

• Program

• We are a care leaver friendly employer, if you require additional support with your application, please contact our recruiter.

• As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from all applicants, especially, differently abled applicants. We aim to ensure that those who meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. We are committed and willing to making reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process to accommodate your needs.

• Here at Atos, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. Read more about our commitment to a fair work environment for all.

• Atos is a recognized leader in its industry across Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. Find out more on our CSR commitment.

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