Lead Automation Developer

Lead Automation Developer Location: Dorset Salary: Grade 10 - Starts at £57,186 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £62,205 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week) Closing Date: 23rd of October 2026 This Lead Automation Developer role sits within the Alliance Business Change Department and forms an integral part of the Automation Team serving Devon and Cornwall Police and Dorset Police. The team develops a digital workforce that creates capacity, improves resilience and enables both Forces to realise technological, operational and reputational benefits. As Lead Automation Developer, you will provide technical leadership across the automation development lifecycle. You will architect and deliver complex automations, assure the quality and security of solutions produced by Automation Developers, support deployed automations, and help develop the automation discipline across the organisation. You will report to the Automation Manager and work closely with business stakeholders, ICT colleagues and change professionals. This department offers a flexible, hybrid-working approach, with the role based at either Dorset Police HQ Winfrith or Devon and Cornwall Police HQ Exeter. Home working is available where appropriate, alongside flexible hours and a flexitime scheme, subject to operational requirements. Main Responsibilities: Lead the architectural design and development of complex, well-structured automation solutions, ensuring clear ..... full job details .....