Are you an experienced IT professional ready to take the lead in designing and delivering secure, scalable, and resilient IT infrastructure solutions across network, systems, and cloud platforms?
Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding. We're looking for a Technical Architect (Band 8a) to join our innovative IT Infrastructure team at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. This is a senior, strategic role providing technical leadership, shaping the future of our infrastructure, and supporting clinical and operational excellence. You'll act as a subject matter expert, guiding technical teams and stakeholders, and championing innovation and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include: Leading the design and implementation of enterprise-grade Azure, system and network solutions
Providing expert technical advice to colleagues and senior leaders
Supporting key infrastructure projects and system upgrades
Mentoring team members and promoting best practices
You'll be part of a motivated, skilled, and supportive team and play a key role in enabling safe, reliable digital services that improve patient care. You'll ensure our systems are secure, reliable, and future-ready. The “must haves” for this role: Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert formal qualification
Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate formal qualification
Evidence of extensive experience in technical architecture, ideally within healthcare or public sector
Proven experience leading complex infrastructure projects
Proven s trong knowledge of and certified in Microsoft Azure, networking, and systems design.
There will be a two-stage interview process: By telephone Candidates who are successful at the telephone interview stage will then be invited to a Face to Face interview (please note we do not offer interviews online) Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities ‘Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites Applications for this post will be considered in the order they are received. The job may close early if we find the right applicant. xrexnqw We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.
