Head of Architecture & IT Transformation (Hybrid)

University of Bedfordshire; Leigh; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Gym membership

Flexible working

Professional development

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

University of Bedfordshire seeks a visionary Head of Architecture and IT Development to steer our digital transformation. You will lead software development, solution design, and modernisation across the University while remaining technically hands-on in coding and delivery.

Reporting to the CIO, you will shape strategy, mentor teams, and drive DevOps, AI-assisted development, and secure coding practices to deliver scalable, integrated solutions across campuses.

Qualifications

• Experience leading development teams while remaining technically hands-on.
• Experience in solution architecture, cloud integration, DevOps, and modern development practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A passion for technology, innovation, and developing people.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technical professionals, driving high standards and continuous improvement.
• Shape solution architecture and modernise enterprise applications, integrations, and cloud services.
• Remain hands-on with coding, technical design, code reviews, and complex problem-solving.
• Champion modern development practices, including DevOps, automation, AI-assisted development, and secure coding.
• Collaborate with the CIO and senior stakeholders to deliver technology solutions supporting the University's digital transformation.

Skills

.NET / Python

SQL

APIs

Azure

Leadership

Problem-solving

Job description

University of Bedfordshire seeks a visionary Head of Architecture and IT Development to steer our digital transformation. You will lead software development, solution design, and modernisation across the University while remaining technically hands-on in coding and delivery.

Reporting to the CIO, you will shape strategy, mentor teams, and drive DevOps, AI-assisted development, and secure coding practices to deliver scalable, integrated solutions across campuses.