Senior Technical Architect

Senior Technical Architect

Belfast | Hybrid | £55,690 - £62,682

Are you an experienced IT professional with the technical expertise to lead complex projects and deliver large-scale digital transformation? This is an excellent opportunity to take a lead role in shaping and delivering critical technology solutions across a large, complex organisation.

The Role

• Lead the technical design, planning and implementation of major IT programmes and projects.
• Develop technical strategies, assess options and recommend solutions to meet organisational requirements.
• Oversee complex technical workstreams, including infrastructure, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, networks and data migration.
• Work closely with internal teams, suppliers and senior stakeholders to deliver successful technical solutions.
• Manage project plans, budgets, resources, risks and interdependencies to ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Lead technical change, system integration, implementation and service transition activities.
• Provide expert technical advice, produce detailed documentation and reports, and support training and knowledge sharing.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, with experience delivering complex IT programmes and leading technical teams.

• Extensive experience in technical architecture, IT infrastructure and systems implementation.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects, manage multiple teams and deliver large-scale solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

Essential Criteria

- A university degree or professional qualification and have worked for at least 3 years in a technical architectural role within a major complex organisation*.

OR

- Have worked for at least 5 years in a technical architectural role within a major complex organisation*.

AND

• Have experience of leading the technical design and delivery within programmes or projects with a budget of over £0.5m.
• Have at least 3 years' experience of managing multiple teams to successfully deliver outcomes. This should include working, engaging and collaborating with other internal and external teams as well as your own.
• Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment.

Why This Role?

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of high-profile technology programmes, influence strategic technical decisions and deliver solutions that will have a significant impact across a large organisation.

If you're an experienced technical professional ready to lead complex projects and drive meaningful change, we'd like to hear from you.

• Competitive salary between £55,690 - £62,682
• Hybrid working options

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Andrea Hyland, Associate Recruitment Consultant, on [phone removed] or by email at [email removed].

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