Solutions Architect

£45,585
per annum
Post Type:  Full Time
Closing Date: 
23.59 hours GMT on Wednesday 17 January 2024
Reference:  000224

As part of an exciting and ambitious digital transformation, the University of Surrey is seeking a Solutions Architect to play a key role in shaping the technological landscape to support our academic and administrative functions.

With a primary focus on aligning innovative solutions with the University’s strategic goals, business challenges and architectural principles, this role involves collaborating closely with stakeholders across various departments, bridging the gap between concept and implementation.

We value, empower and support every member of staff to get the best out of your unique talents, so you’ll be rewarded with a generous salary, 32 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays, pension contribution of 21%, and a unique and vibrant working environment.  

Role & Responsibilities:   

You’ll be responsible for crafting robust architectural designs, leveraging industry and University best practices, and ensuring that the technology infrastructure aligns seamlessly with our evolving needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Define solution goals, develop non-functional requirements, formulate initial solution proposals, and complete comprehensive solution designs.
• Evaluate the IT implications, technical feasibility, risks, costs, and resource needs associated with different solution alternatives.
• Driving the integration of cloud-based services, data analytics, and emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and elevate the overall experience for all stakeholders.
• Design, document, promote and initiate the implementation of the IT aspects of the solution, ensuring that appropriate standards are applied and processes are followed, engaging colleagues and users to ensure satisfaction and benefits realisation.
• Communicate the proposed solution to the project manager and delivery team, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the architectural design, functionality, and implementation requirements.

The IT team at Surrey are plugged in to the whole University, and our digital transformation work underpins the University’s strategy. IT is growing our digital transformation capability, improving student experience, and helping increase our research impact.  

It’s a vibrant and exciting time to join a great and well-respected team at the heart of the University’s strategic plans. 

What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.  

Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment. 

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer: 

• Competitive Salary 
• Market leading Pension up to 30% (21% employer, 9% employee) 
• Up to 40 DAYS Holiday: 25 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays 
• Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare 
• Student discount eligibility  
• Access to on site world-class leisure facilities at discounted rates

For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University of Surrey Website.  

The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.