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# Senior Technical Architect

- **Company:** Apple Inc.
- **Location:** Belfast, United Kingdom (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £55,690 - £62,682
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, Interoperability, PRINCE2, Systems Integration, Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources, Togaf, Information Technology, Health Level Seven International
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.nijobfinder.co.uk/job/2058210/senior-technical-architect-/

## About the Role

Applicants must meet one of the following experience and qualification routes:

 * Hold a university degree or professional qualification and have at least 3 years' experience working in a technical architectural role within a major complex organisation.

OR

 * Have at least 5 years' experience working in a technical architectural role within a major complex organisation.

Applicants must also have:

 * Experience of leading technical design and delivery within programmes or projects with a budget exceeding £500,000.
 * At least 3 years' experience managing multiple teams to successfully deliver outcomes, including collaboration with internal and external teams.
 * A current full UK driving licence and access to a car on appointment. This requirement may be waived for applicants whose disability prevents driving but who have access to approved alternative transport.

Candidates should have strong experience across a range of the following areas:

 * Enterprise and Solution Architecture.
 * Cloud and COTS/SaaS Architecture.
 * Systems Integration and APIs.
 * Healthcare Interoperability, including HL7/FHIR.
 * Identity Management, Cyber Security and Resilience.
 * Technical Assurance and Stakeholder Management.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

Candidates will also be required to demonstrate:

 * Experience of personally managing and leading technical change through the design, development and implementation of IT systems.
 * A working knowledge of designing and successfully implementing IT programme or project architecture.
 * Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to provide technical expertise to a large customer base.
 * Knowledge of service level management, customer service management and performance against KPIs.
 * Experience working with diverse stakeholders to design and implement successful outcomes.
 * Excellent communication, engagement and facilitation skills.
 * Broad technical knowledge and awareness of emerging technologies and service developments.
 * Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
 * Experience delivering option appraisals to identify appropriate technical solutions, including assessment of financial impact.
 * An understanding of licensing implications when developing technical solutions.

Desirable Criteria

 * Knowledge of the structure and key business areas of Health and Social Care.
 * Understanding of the role of technology in delivering health and social care services.
 * Experience managing the integration of large-scale IT healthcare systems.
 * Experience of healthcare interoperability standards.
 * PRINCE2, ITIL, TOGAF or equivalent qualification.

## Description

* Lead the strategic technical design, planning, integration and implementation of complex programme workstreams.
 * Develop technical strategies, assess options and make recommendations on appropriate solutions.
 * Provide expert technical advice across infrastructure, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, identity management, systems integration, data migration and healthcare interoperability.
 * Analyse complex technical issues, information flows and processes to develop recommendations and solutions.
 * Influence and gain agreement on technical solutions across internal and external stakeholder groups.
 * Manage the strategic delivery and ongoing development of IT services, ensuring they meet programme and stakeholder requirements.
 * Oversee technical suppliers, service performance, change management and service assurance.
 * Develop and maintain technical project plans, documentation, reports and business cases.
 * Manage operational risks, service continuity and disaster recovery arrangements.
 * Lead and coordinate technical teams, allocating work and supporting staff development.
 * Build effective relationships with stakeholders across health and social care, suppliers and other partner organisations.