Digital Innovation Engineer

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Digital Innovation Engineer to join our Digital Innovation team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full-Time, Fixed-Term basis.

As Digital Innovation Engineer, you will research and evaluate emerging technologies to support service improvement and operational decision-making. Working with the Digital Innovation Manager, you'll deliver proof-of-concept and pilot initiatives, applying technologies such as AI, APIs, and RPA to improve efficiency and capability.

You'll act as a technical adviser on projects, providing specialist input to colleagues, suppliers, and partners while resolving technical issues collaboratively. You'll maintain up-to-date knowledge of digital technologies through horizon scanning to identify service improvement opportunities.

You'll prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations, explaining complex concepts accessibly. Using agile and iterative approaches, you'll develop prototypes and solutions that can be reused or extended across the Council.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a collaborative, motivated professional with experience in digital innovation, emerging technologies, proof-of-concept delivery, or public sector transformation to join our team.

⭐Staff Benefits⭐

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

⭐Generous Annual Leave – 30 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays

⭐Local Government Pension Scheme

⭐GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week

⭐Employee Assistance Programme - Including a 24/7 Your Care Helpline

⭐Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines

⭐Free Onsite Gym - Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham

⭐Local & Lifestyle Discounts - Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out & more

⭐Move through Menopause Course

⭐Sports & Social Group Activities – Including running, football, cricket & more

⭐Learning & Development Opportunities

⭐Employee Networks

⭐And more!

Key Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate emerging technologies to drive service improvement and provide evidence-based recommendations for innovation.
• Deliver proof-of-concept and pilot initiatives using AI, APIs, and RPA to enhance service efficiency and capability.
• Act as a technical adviser, providing specialist input and resolving issues through collaborative problem-solving.
• Conduct horizon scanning to maintain up-to-date knowledge and identify new digital opportunities.
• Share technical expertise to promote effective tool usage and build digital capability across the organisation.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant field or 5–7 years of professional experience in digital, data, or technology roles.
• Practical experience with low-code platforms (e.g., Power Apps), RPA concepts, and scripting languages like Python or SQL.
• Understanding of databases, data analytics, visualization techniques, and cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS).

Our Area:

Wokingham Borough Council has recently been ranked 2nd most productive council in England by the Impower Productivity Index, recognising our strong performance and efficient use of public money.

Our Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

Click the link below and Apply Today!

Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, contact Rich Knowles, Rich Knowles, via rich.knowles@wokingham.gov.uk (Strictly no agencies).

Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026 at 11pm

Interview date: TBC

AI in Applications:

We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the preparation of their job applications. When used appropriately, AI can be a helpful aid in structuring responses, checking clarity, and improving presentation.

However, applications must reflect your own skills, experience and understanding. If an application appears to rely excessively on AI-generated content, it may not meet the required standard and could be rejected.

We encourage all applicants to ensure their submissions are authentic, tailored to the role, and clearly demonstrate their own knowledge, experience and suitability.

Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.