Technical Lead / Architect

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the education sector is seeking a Technical Lead / Architect to oversee a major Record System replacement project. You will be responsible for shaping the technical architecture and ensuring the project is delivered on time and within budget, while collaborating closely with stakeholders and technical teams. The role offers significant benefits, including extensive annual leave and employer contributions.

Benefits

40 days leave per year

Generous employer benefit contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in the Education sector preferred.
• Proven track record in managing complex IT systems.
• Strong experience in large-scale multi-system SaaS environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical planning for the new Record System.
• Manage architectural and technical risks.
• Quality assure technical solutions before development.

Skills

Technical Architecture

Risk Management

Stakeholder Collaboration

Integration Management

Quality Assurance

Job description

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Client:

Eutopia Solutions

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Technical Lead / Architect

We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead to manage and control the technical architecture for a major new Record System replacement project where our client is moving to a new supplier SaaS platform. Reporting to the Programme Director, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of this complex programme on time and on budget.

You would be part of a dedicated team created for the delivery of this programme, collaborating with IT Services and other key stakeholders.

Our client has a unique user base of in excess of 30,000 and this programme is part of a wider reaching transformation initiative.

In addition to the salary offered there are a number of attractive benefits which include, amongst others, c 40 days leave per year (inclusive of Bank Holidays) and a generous employer benefit contribution.

You will collaborate to with key stakeholders to transform high-level business requirements into robust technical solutions, while owning architectural risks and ensuring the application of best practices across the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic and operational planning to define the technical environment of the new Record System.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate architectural and technical risks.
• Ensure non-functional requirements are achievable and met.
• Quality assure all technical solutions, approving them as fit for purpose before development.
• Provide leadership for technical personnel including integration, testing, and reporting teams.
• Guarantee robust architecture and seamless integration with enterprise-wide systems.

Skills & Experience:

• Experience within the Education sector would be preferred
• Proven track record in designing, implementing, and managing complex IT systems.
• Strong experience with technical architecture, preferably in large-scale, multi-system SaaS environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams delivering integrations, testing, and reporting functions.
• Excellent collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage risks and ensure quality standards are maintained.

Our client is based in Hertfordshire but may accommodate flexible working arrangements for the right individual.