Lead Solutions Architect

Shape the Future of Digital ServicesWe''re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Lead Solutions Architect to join our ICT and Digital team.This is a key leadership role responsible for shaping the Councils'' application and data architecture, ensuring our business systems, integrations and digital platforms support the delivery of high-quality services to residents, businesses and colleagues.You''ll lead a small team of technical specialists, providing direction, coaching and support while working closely with business teams, suppliers and project stakeholders to deliver innovative digital solutions. The role combines strategic architecture leadership with hands-on oversight of system integration, technical delivery and service improvement activitiesWhat You''ll Be DoingAs Lead Solutions Architect you will:Lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of business applications, integrations and digital services.Provide technical leadership across application architecture, data architecture and systems integration.Manage and develop a team of technical professionals, supporting performance, capability development and continuous learning.Lead technical delivery activities for system upgrades, developments and replacement projects.Work closely with suppliers to ensure solutions are delivered effectively and transitioned smoothly into live service.Promote best practice in integration, testing, information governance, cyber security and service ..... full job details .....