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.
This is a fixed term role until 31st January 2027.
What you will be working on
This role will span discovery activities, where you will engage with stakeholders to understand University business needs, assess current systems, and identify opportunities for improvement.
You will contribute to the design of end-to-end solutions that align with architectural principles, security standards, and compliance requirements, ensuring scalability and sustainability.
You candidate will 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.
Please refer to the included job description and person specification for further details of essential and desirable qualifications for the role.
The role is primarily based on the Lancaster University Bailrigg campus, with flexible hybrid working options to support a positive work-life balance. We would expect a minimum of 2 days a week in the office.
For Internal University staff a secondment opportunity maybe considered for this role, please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager before you apply for the opportunity.
We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups, we offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff.
Further Details:
Please note: unless specified otherwise in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.
Find out what it's like to, including information on our wide range of employee benefits, support networks and our policies and facilities for a family-friendly workplace.
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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.
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