Lead Software Architect

• Own the software architecture for an assigned product or platform area
• Drive engineering delivery from planning through to production
• Provide technical leadership and direction to distributed engineering teams
• Remove technical blockers and make pragmatic trade-off decisions
• Define and uphold technical standards, patterns, and engineering conventions
• Lead the adoption of AI-assisted software development practices
• Ensure operational readiness including infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines
• Evaluate technology and tooling choices with clear rationale

Technologies:

• AI
• Architect
• CI/CD
• Support
• Web
• Backend
• Frontend
• UX UI Design

• Proven record of owning complex platforms or digital products end-to-end
• Strong communication skills to operate across technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience translating product and solution designs into engineering delivery
• Ability to lead distributed teams and balance technical quality with delivery pace in complex environments
• Familiarity with AI-assisted engineering practices and tooling
• Knowledge of content platforms and education technology is a plus
• Understanding of modern web technology stacks and engineering tools

At Cambridge University Press & Assessment, we are a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organization passionate about shaping technology for educational impact. As we evolve our digital platforms, we are excited to invite a Lead Software Architect to join our Academic Technology group in Cambridge, UK. We offer a competitive salary range from £68,600 to £91,700, a hybrid work model, and a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave, private medical and dental insurance, and a pension scheme. We are committed to inclusivity and support our employees in various ways, ensuring a workplace where everyone can thrive.