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Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £48,822 to £59,966
Contract: Full time, Fixed Term (fixed term until 31st January 2027)
Closing Date: Friday 09 January 2026
Interview Date: Friday 23 January 2026
Reference: 0986-25
The Opportunity
The Solutions Architect will be a member of the Architecture team in the department of Information System Services and will be involved in the development of architectures and standards for our enterprise solutions. The role will involve working with a range of academic and professional individuals, including the Head of Architecture and the Infrastructure Architect.
What You Will Be Working On
* Engage with stakeholders to understand University business needs, assess current systems, and identify opportunities for improvement.
* Contribute to the design of end‑to‑end solutions that align with architectural principles, security standards, and compliance requirements, ensuring scalability and sustainability.
* Support the development and delivery of a complex, high‑impact digital and systems change in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.
What You Will Need
* In‑depth knowledge of architecture frameworks, principles, and best practices, with the ability to produce clear and concise architectural documentation.
* Proven experience in a solutions architecture role in a complex organisation.
* Experience of identifying technical and business challenges, and of proposing innovative solutions to address them.
The role is primarily based on the Lancaster University Bailrigg campus, with flexible hybrid working options. We would expect a minimum of 2 days a week in the office.
For Internal University staff, a secondment opportunity may be considered; please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager before you apply for the opportunity.
Further Details
Please refer to the included job description and person specification for further details of essential and desirable qualifications for the role.
EEO Statement
We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity.
We offer family‑friendly, flexible working arrangements with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff.
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