Principal Solution Architect

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Office of Information Technology at the Dell Medical School is looking for a Principal Solution Architect. Under the direction of the CTO, this position is a strategic leader for the technology department and the broader University of Texas Medical Center, anchored by the Dell Medical School organization, facilitating the overall solution architecture, design and implementation of platforms and capabilities to meet the needs of a new Academic Medical Center. Key to the role is the ability to translate vision into tangible roadmaps and drive subsequent action by building the right coalition across the institution. Assignments will run the spectrum of education, research, clinical, administrative, digital, IT transformation, and hospital build, with the ability to effectively lead changes to accomplish both short-term and long-term objectives. Of special importance are the multi-year EHR, ERP, Digital and IT transformation programs, both individually and together. The Principal Solution Architect will work directly with the leadership and staff throughout the technology organization as well as with research and clinical leaders. Collaboration with UT Austin main campus IT, UT System, and other healthcare organizations across UT is a key part of this role. Occasional travel to UT locations can be expected. The right candidate is a continuous learner, has architecture and platform leadership experience from complex environments, and is accomplished in managing architecture activities across multiple large transformation programs. Independent stakeholder management and coalition building is expected, enabled by great communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or a related field.
• 10 years of related experience including previous experience as a Principal Solution Architect, or similar architecture role.
• Leadership gravitas.
• Prior experience developing and overseeing solution architecture and/or at-scale design for an enterprise.
• Broad knowledge of technology trends and robust technology industry understanding.
• Robust understanding of cyber threats and effective mitigation strategies.
• Experience in vendor relationship management.
• Experience leading IT transformational initiatives in complex environments.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in related field.
• Experience in hospital, medical education, research, or related fields of healthcare.
• New facility technology-related technical design and implementation experience.
• Experience with developing and managing strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Deep understanding of leading technologies and how they work together.
• Fluent in all aspects of technology used in healthcare with a demonstrated ability to assess multiple factors in formulating recommendations.
• Part of the core team defining the overall technology roadmap.
• Lead transition and transformation by developing technical designs that meet the needs of the business.
• Regularly conducts research and evaluation of current technology trends and industry practices to inform strategy.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively with business, clinical, technical, and executive audiences.
• Ability to clearly articulate trade-offs and rationale for recommendations.
• Work style of collaboration balanced with the need to execute and complete priority work.
• Business-driven, people-focused, with exceptional influencing and storytelling skills.
• Serves as a role model and mentor for staff.
• Takes accountability for individual and group responsibilities.
• Experienced in establishing credibility, obtaining buy-in and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven track record of delivering integrated solutions in complex environments.
• Proven ability to lead teams, develop effective relationships, and drive change.
• Ability to develop and foster strategic partnerships with technology vendors, startups, and industry leaders.
• Data driven in decision making and continuous improvement of services.
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills in area of responsibility.
• Contributes to vendor management and contract negotiations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures and standards.
• Provides leadership in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees