Technology Lead, (Data Linkage And Data Architecture)

Intec Select Ltd; Camden Town; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Intec Select Ltd in London is seeking a Technology Lead to drive data linkage, data architecture and digital technologies across health data initiatives.

You will shape strategic technology programmes, evaluate emerging technologies and build partnerships with universities, government and industry, while leading cross‑disciplinary teams in a hybrid London role (3 days onsite).

Experience of working in health data ecosystems and with senior stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of data linkage and data architecture in health/science contexts.
• Deep understanding of the UK health data landscape and key organisations.
• Experience shaping data/technology strategies into programmes or initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage senior external stakeholders and partnerships.
• Experience with universities, funders, government or similar organisations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives across data linkage, data architecture and digital technologies.
• Identify emerging technologies, research programmes and investment opportunities.
• Develop a strategic view of the UK health data landscape and infrastructure.
• Assess programmes and identify opportunities for collaboration and impact.
• Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders across health and academia.
• Represent the organisation at industry and health data forums.
• Provide technical and strategic leadership across digital technology programmes.
• Shape approaches, standards and priority investments for a portfolio.
• Contribute to funding proposals, contracts and major programmes.
• Align priorities with research, policy and organisational teams.

Skills

Data linkage

Data architecture

Stakeholder management

Strategy development

Leadership

Cross‑functional collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent level in relevant field

Job description

Technology Lead - Data Linkage & Data Architecture - Health Data

Up to £94,000 + excellent package

Hybrid - London - 3 days onsite

Permanent positionOverview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technology Lead to join a high-profile organisation operating at the intersection of technology, health data and scientific research. This is a senior strategic role focused on data linkage, data architecture and digital technologies across science and health.

You will identify emerging opportunities, shape major technology and data initiatives and build partnerships across the UK health data ecosystem. The successful candidate will combine strong knowledge of data architecture and linkage with an understanding of the UK health data landscape, alongside the ability to work with senior stakeholders across research, academia, government, funding bodies and technology organisations.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead the development of strategic initiatives across data linkage, data architecture and digital technologies.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, research programmes and investment opportunities across science and health.
• Develop a strategic view of the evolving UK health data landscape, including key infrastructure, organisations and initiatives.
• Assess existing data and technology programmes and identify opportunities for greater collaboration and impact.
• Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders across health, research, academia, technology and the wider data ecosystem.
• Represent the organisation externally at industry, research and health data forums.
• Provide technical and strategic leadership across digital technology and data-related programmes.
• Shape technical approaches, standards and investment priorities across a portfolio of technology initiatives.
• Provide technical input into funding proposals, RFPs, contracts and major programmes.
• Work closely with technology, research, policy and wider organisational teams to align priorities and deliver shared objectives.
• Matrix manage colleagues and provide leadership across complex, multidisciplinary programmes.
• Oversee programme risks, budgets, governance and the quality of outputs.

Skills and Experience

• Strong knowledge of data linkage, data architecture and modern digital technologies within science, health or research environments.
• Deep understanding of the UK health data landscape, including key organisations, infrastructure and initiatives.
• Experience working with health, scientific or research data in a technical and/or strategic capacity.
• Strong understanding of data platforms, software systems and technology used within scientific or health research.
• Experience developing data or technology strategies and translating them into practical programmes or initiatives.
• Proven experience managing senior external stakeholders and strategic partnerships.
• Experience working with universities, research organisations, funding bodies, government or similar organisations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess emerging technologies, opportunities, risks and complex technical landscapes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate technical subjects to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience delivering complex programmes within large or matrix organisations.
• PhD, MD or equivalent level of expertise within a quantitative, computational, clinical, biological, physical science or closely related discipline would be highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about using data and technology to improve scientific research and health outcomes, while helping shape significant initiatives across the UK health data ecosystem