Job summary
NECS is looking for
a Desktop Architect to join our dynamic and innovative IT team. As a Desktop
Architect, you will be in charge of designing and implementing the best
solutions for our end-user computing needs, as well as managing a small team of
staff who deliver the service.
You will have a
strong background in hardware, operating systems, desktop software, cloud-based
and mobile technologies, and you will be able to ensure the security and
performance of all end-user devices. You will also have excellent communication
and research skills, and you will be able to present strategic plans and
options for the future NECS desktop infrastructure to senior decision makers in
a clear and concise way.
You will lead the
deployment of new desktop solutions, working with colleagues and the change
process to ensure a smooth transition for end users. You will also plan and
deliver the transition of new services to the appropriate support teams by
engaging closely with all levels of IT.
Main duties of the job
As a Technical Architect, you will provide technical leadership in designing, developing, and implementing solutions.
Providing guidance and keeping abreast of industry trends as well as changing policy, you will ensure adherence to architectural standards, best practice, and quality guidelines.
Managing, mentoring, and supporting a team of specialists, you will provide effective leadership, training, support, generating enthusiasm and motivation in team of developers and engineers to ensure that they are empowered to carry out the responsibilities of their role.
As an expert in your field, you will create technical specifications and architectural diagrams to justify and communicate design decisions and support the commercialisation of solutions or products.
Knowledgeable and credible, you will be able to provide clear and concise documentation and presentations to a range of stakeholders at various levels of seniority.
The work you deliver will drive appropriate business decision making and leverage the technologies available.
About us
At NECS we are very proud to be part of the NHS England
family. We are one of the very few truly
customer-owned entities within the NHS. We have grown from our roots in the
North East to be an NHS business with customers the length and breadth of the
UK and further abroad. Our customer base has diversified significantly over
this period, and we are now very pleased to be serving NHS providers as well as
commissioners, NHSE regions, Local Authorities, General Practices and national
NHSE Directorates.
NECS combines specialist skills and
expertise with scale and resilience to achieve required results. We combine
core NHS values with a sharp focus on customer care and a relentless pursuit of
continuous improvement. We very much see ourselves as a key partner in the
future success of the healthcare system and we take our share of the
responsibility for shaping effective delivery.
Our people are the heart of our
organisation. We strive to ensure they feel trusted, valued and empowered.
Were passionate about nurturing and developing people. When you join us, we
want you to grow, and we offer many opportunities for you to do that as well as
an excellent benefits package including generous holidays and pension plus free
car parking and access to NHS discounts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Technical Architect, you will provide technical leadership in designing, developing, and implementing solutions.
Providing guidance and keeping abreast of industry trends as well as changing policy, you will ensure adherence to architectural standards, best practice, and quality guidelines.
Managing, mentoring, and supporting a team of specialists, you will provide effective leadership, training, support, generating enthusiasm and motivation in team of developers and engineers to ensure that they are empowered to carry out the responsibilities of their role.
As an expert in your field, you will create technical specifications and architectural diagrams to justify and communicate design decisions and support the commercialisation of solutions or products.
Knowledgeable and credible, you will be able to provide clear and concise documentation and presentations to a range of stakeholders at various levels of seniority.
The work you deliver will drive appropriate business decision making and leverage the technologies available.
Please see the attached Job Description in Supporting Documents for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Technical Architect, you will provide technical leadership in designing, developing, and implementing solutions.
Providing guidance and keeping abreast of industry trends as well as changing policy, you will ensure adherence to architectural standards, best practice, and quality guidelines.
Managing, mentoring, and supporting a team of specialists, you will provide effective leadership, training, support, generating enthusiasm and motivation in team of developers and engineers to ensure that they are empowered to carry out the responsibilities of their role.
As an expert in your field, you will create technical specifications and architectural diagrams to justify and communicate design decisions and support the commercialisation of solutions or products.
Knowledgeable and credible, you will be able to provide clear and concise documentation and presentations to a range of stakeholders at various levels of seniority.
The work you deliver will drive appropriate business decision making and leverage the technologies available.
Please see the attached Job Description in Supporting Documents for more information.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience and understanding of a range of enterprise technologies and architectural level knowledge.
- Experience of direct line management and role management and skilled in delivering results through managing others.
- Experience of operational service delivery to recognised and accredited principles within organisational settings.
- Proven experience in the architecting solutions in complex pan-organisation environments.
- Proven track record of delivery as a technical specialist in your field.
- Experience of working with third party organisations and delivery of programmes and/or outsourcing.
- Experience of utilising research and development to advance service delivery and product development.
Desirable
- Highly developed knowledge of enterprise level data and technology solutions.
- Extensive knowledge of information governance standards for data security and confidentiality and an understanding of their application in practice.
- Deep understanding of the structure of the NHS and the challenges facing healthcare provision in the United Kingdom
- Knowledge ISO 20001, ISO 9001, ISO 27001.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Masters level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist or Health Informatics area.
- Evidence of knowledge over a number of disciplines acquired through training and experience over an extended period, e.g., operational, cyber, cloud, technology, software development, commercial, data management etc.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Member of a relevant professional body.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience and understanding of a range of enterprise technologies and architectural level knowledge.
- Experience of direct line management and role management and skilled in delivering results through managing others.
- Experience of operational service delivery to recognised and accredited principles within organisational settings.
- Proven experience in the architecting solutions in complex pan-organisation environments.
- Proven track record of delivery as a technical specialist in your field.
- Experience of working with third party organisations and delivery of programmes and/or outsourcing.
- Experience of utilising research and development to advance service delivery and product development.
Desirable
- Highly developed knowledge of enterprise level data and technology solutions.
- Extensive knowledge of information governance standards for data security and confidentiality and an understanding of their application in practice.
- Deep understanding of the structure of the NHS and the challenges facing healthcare provision in the United Kingdom
- Knowledge ISO 20001, ISO 9001, ISO 27001.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Masters level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist or Health Informatics area.
- Evidence of knowledge over a number of disciplines acquired through training and experience over an extended period, e.g., operational, cyber, cloud, technology, software development, commercial, data management etc.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
- Member of a relevant professional body.
