Solutions Architect

Job description:

At the heart of the university’s digital environment, the ICT Department is dedicated to delivering responsive and customer-focused support to all staff and students. We provide secure, reliable, and robust technologies that enable teaching, research, and administration to thrive. Our team champions the creative and innovative use of technology to enhance the user experience and drive adoption and continuous improvement across the institution.

We are seeking a Solution Architect to join our Enterprise Systems department within ICT. In this strategic role, you will work closely with the Head of Enterprise Systems, CIO, and colleagues across the University to drive our digital strategy. You will be responsible for defining and implementing architecture standards, leading integration strategies, and ensuring that all solutions align with the University’s long-term goals.

This role requires a forward-thinking leader with strong expertise in architecture, integration, governance, and emerging technologies. You will play a critical role in shaping the University’s digital future, ensuring that our systems are fit for purpose, interoperable, and deliver real value.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in defining and maintaining architecture frameworks in a complex environment
• Expertise in designing and implementing secure, scalable, and integrated system architectures
• Ability to produce clear, detailed architecture documentation, including roadmaps and system specifications
• Demonstrable experience in enterprise integration and modernisation of legacy systems
• A track record of working with senior stakeholders to influence digital strategy and governance
• Experience acting as a technical authority during procurement processes, ensuring compatibility and value for money
• A proactive approach to continuous learning, with strong awareness of emerging technologies and their application in higher education

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Ollie Baskeyfield via email: ollie.baskeyfield@beds.ac.uk

Interviews will be held on the 30^th September

For a full job description and person specification please click here

The post will be based at Luton (with travel to other campuses as required)

The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population.

At the University of Bedfordshire, inclusivity is a key University value, and we are committed to creating an environment in which we celebrate and value the diversity of our staff and student community and provide fair opportunity and outcomes for all.

We recognise that diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent and benefit from opportunities that the diversity of talent and thought creates.

We, therefore, particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in the University of Bedfordshire’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds (particularly in roles in grades 7 and above), disabled people; LGBTQ+ people; and women in some senior grades.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

We offer a range of employee benefits including a generous pension and annual leave entitlement, free fitness classes and gym membership, flexible working arrangements, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. For further details, please click here

To Apply

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For any enquires contact People & Culture email P&C@beds.ac.uk

Please note a Curriculum Vitae will only be accepted if accompanied by a fully completed University application form.

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