Digital Preservation Systems Technician
Posted Today by Serpentine
£38,000 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The Digital Preservation Systems Technician will lead the implementation of a new digital preservation and asset management system at Serpentine, focusing on the sustainable management of its significant archive. This role involves configuring and operating the digital preservation solution to ensure the long-term integrity and accessibility of digital assets. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence the stewardship of a contemporary art archive. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the technical implementation of a digital preservation/digital asset management system.
- Embed sustainable preservation workflows across the organization.
- Support the configuration and day-to-day operation of the digital preservation solution.
- Ensure long-term integrity, accessibility, and sustainability of archival and organizational digital assets.
Key Skills:
- Experience in digital preservation and asset management systems.
- Technical skills in system implementation and configuration.
- Knowledge of archival practices and digital asset management.
- Ability to develop and embed workflows for digital preservation.
Salary (Rate): £38,000.00 yearly
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Serpentine is embarking on a major digital transformation project to preserve and provide access to its historically significant archive, documenting pioneering contemporary art, architecture and live events since 1970. We are seeking a Digital Preservation Systems Technician to lead the technical implementation of a new digital preservation/digital asset management system and embed sustainable, organisation-wide preservation workflows. This role will support the implementation, configuration and day-to-day operation of Serpentine's new digital preservation solution, ensuring long-term integrity, accessibility and sustainability of archival and organisational digital assets. This is a rare opportunity to shape the long-term stewardship of a major contemporary art cultural archive from the ground up. Please apply with your CV and cover letter by the application deadline. Closing Date: Midnight on Monday, 13 April 2026 Phone screen: Friday, 17 April 2026 Interview: Wednesday, 22 April 2026 Please note, you must have the right to work in the UK for us to consider your application.