Solution Architect

Goldsmiths, University of London; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in London is looking for a Solution Architect to design and implement technology solutions that align with institutional goals. The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and involves working with senior stakeholders to present complex concepts. Benefits include agile working, generous leave, and a supportive environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Defined benefit pension scheme

Support for professional development

Wellbeing initiatives like staff choir and running club

Qualifications

• Highly experienced in producing and maintaining architectural artefacts.
• Confident in engaging with senior stakeholders to present technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Shape, design, and implement secure and scalable technology solutions.
• Align technology solutions with the Institution's strategic goals.
• Contribute to governance, road mapping, and portfolio planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Job description

About the Department

The Department of IT & Digital Services (ITDS) is responsible for providing IT and Digital services to support the learning, teaching, research, and administrative work of Goldsmiths. The Department plays a key role in ensuring that staff and students have excellent digital experiences that enhance their experience of working and studying at the College. The Department also plays a vital role in developing and supporting all major business systems, ensuring that products and services are resilient and can meet user needs.

About the Role

The Solution Architect will play a pivotal role in shaping, designing and implementing secure, robust and scalable technology solutions. You will ensure that technology solutions align with the Institution’s strategic goals, driving and enabling digital transformation and innovation. The role will also contribute heavily to governance, road mapping and portfolio planning, ensuring there is a clear application landscape.

About the Candidate

You will be highly experienced in producing and maintaining clearly written architectural artefacts and confident in engaging with senior stakeholders to present complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner. You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with strong communication and interpersonal skills and are able to maintain focus and attention to detail whilst working across multiple work streams.

Benefits

We have generous benefits – an agile working environment, 28 days’ annual leave plus 6 paid closure days (4 at Christmas and 2 at Easter) plus all Bank Holidays, great transport links, a defined benefit pension scheme, support for professional development and a broad range of wellbeing initiatives such as staff choir, running club and creative writing classes.

Goldsmiths, University of London is passionate about advancing equality and celebrating diversity.