Director Technology and Architecture

Are you passionate about designing cutting-edge technology solutions that support world-class education and research? Join our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Group as Director of Technology and Architecture and help shape the future of digital innovation at the University of Bath.

About the Role

As Director, you'll work with researchers, academics, and technology teams to design and maintain robust technical architecture that powers everything from high-performance computing to enterprise applications and cloud infrastructure.

You'll be a key member of the DDaT senior leadership team, responsible for:

• Leading the development of a university-wide Technology Strategy aligned with our Digital Strategy.
• Driving innovation and data capability to support transformational research and education projects.
• Providing strategic leadership for research computing services, including HPC, data storage, and scientific software.
• Overseeing engineering teams to ensure systems are performant, integrated, and aligned with business needs.
• Establishing architectural governance and technical design authority.

About You

We're looking for a strategic thinker with:

• Strong technical and architectural expertise in modern platforms and applications.
• Experience in research computing and data integration in complex enterprise environments.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide technical teams through change.
• Excellent communication skills to engage stakeholders from researchers to senior executives.
• A degree in computer science, data science, or a related field, with Chartered status or equivalent experience.

You'll bring knowledge of agile methodologies, enterprise architecture, and modern development practices, along with experience in cloud technologies, data architecture, and HPC infrastructure. A background in project management (e.g. PRINCE2) is highly desirable.

About Us

The University of Bath is ranked 8th in the Complete University Guide 2025. Our beautiful campus is set in the countryside, just minutes from the historic and vibrant City of Bath. We're proud of our inclusive, international community, with staff from over 60 countries.

We hold a Silver Athena SWAN award and are committed to equality, diversity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We're a Disability Confident Leader, an Armed Forces Covenant signatory, and an autism-friendly university.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

Generous annual leave plus discretionary days Excellent pension schemes Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes Staff discounts on gym, tuition, and language courses Free counselling and wellbeing support Relocation allowance and visa reimbursement Professional development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning Local discounts and free entry to the Holburne Museum Discover more about our benefits and hear from our staff about what makes Bath a great place to work.

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