Senior Solutions Architect

IT Programme Manager & PMO Project Staff
oAdvanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite. The Senior Integration and Solution Architect is responsible for the implementation, support and/or upgrade of complex EPR developments, developed applications, data sharing solutions and the Trust Integration Engine (TIE). The Senior Integration and Solution Architect coordinates the design, system validation, implementation and upgrade activities across developed solutions and venues of care, developing more complex aspects of the Trust's EPR systems. To document and maintain existing and new data feed requirements and work with third party suppliers / trust resources in process mapping, message mapping and integration testing for these feeds. To provide oversight and risk mitigation for interface activities with technical and third-party system interface engagement teams. To provide data conversion/migration expertise. To provide technical documentation such as reference materials, installation instructions, knowledge-based articles, and specifications related to developments and interface feeds. To manage the implementation of developed configuration changes to the trust's clinical applications. About us Our people are our greatest asset. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
Improving the experience of staff with disability
Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
Making equalities mainstream Job description Job responsibilities The Senior Integration and Solution Architect is responsible for the implementation, support and/or upgrade of complex EPR developments, developed applications, data sharing solutions and the Trust Integration Engine (TIE). The Senior Integration and Solution Architect coordinates the design, system validation, implementation and upgrade activities across developed solutions and venues of care, developing more complex aspects of the Trusts EPR systems. Key Result Areas & Performance:
To document and maintain existing and new data feed requirements and work with third party suppliers / trust resources in process mapping, message mapping and integration testing for these feeds.
To provide oversight and risk mitigation for interface activities with technical and third-party system interface engagement teams.
To provide data conversion/migration expertise.
To provide technical documentation such as reference materials, installation instructions, knowledge-based articles, and specifications related to developments and interface feeds.
To manage the implementation of developed configuration changes to the trusts clinical applications.
To provide solution functionality and integration expertise to Trust engagement teams including, but not limited to, system domain (environment) strategy, regulatory, code/package management, optimisation and alignment to national and legislative standards.
To provide technical support for custom development, user defined functions, interfaces, reports, extracts, data migration scripts and conversions.
To be proficient in the tools supporting implementation and on-going maintenance of the TIE and third-party applications as required.
To provide 3rd line technical support for troubleshooting and performance analysis of developed and purchased applications, including the TIE.
To define, monitor and report on Service Level Agreement (SLA) performance and work with vendors to ensure contractual SLAs are adhered to.
To advise and assist the Programme Management Office resources during project implementations including but limited to resource, cost and delivery timescale estimations.
To ensures change control processes are in place and adhered to by project teams and IT Department staff.
To coordinate solution and venue engagement activities across programmes with technical teams to support environment/domain planning and management.
To assist with the identification of efficiency improvements within the IT Depts services.
To work with senior managers across the Trust to develop service improvements on an on-going basis.
To identify technical and process needs, provide recommendations for appropriate solutions and contribution to ICT strategic planning.
To contribute to IT Disaster Recovery planning.
To represent the IT Department at both internal and external meetings.
To establish and maintain policies and procedures to ensure successful operation of all clinical applications.
To work in accordance with corporate and organizational security policies and procedures.
Responsible for participating in the 24-hour extended support service (on-call on a rota basis).
Work closely with IT colleagues to achieve the overall aims of the department.
Support the development and implementation of the IT Strategy.
The Senior Integration and Solution Architect will be responsible for:
Line management of technical staff within the Solution Design and Integration function and the Graduate Trainee programme.
Ensuring accurate records are kept of all annual leave, study leave and sickness.
Identifying training and development needs of staff in line with departmental and Trust Objectives and ensure all new staff receive core and departmental induction.
Ensuring performance issues are dealt with in an appropriate and timely manner and follow the Trust's Disciplinary or Performance Procedures where formal action is necessary.
Ensuring that working practice complies with the Trust's policies and procedures for Data Protection, Confidentiality and Health and Safety ensuring the environment in which you and your staff work is safe, clean and tidy
Observing and continually promoting equal opportunities in compliance with the Trust's policies on Equality and Diversity and Dignity at Work.
Participate in a combination of knowledge transfer and training initiatives to support both personal development and service enhancement.
Financial
The Senior Integration and Solution Architect will be responsible for the following:
To be an authorised signatory against the IT budget as allocated by the Associate Director of Clinical Systems Delivery.
To ensure compliance with Standing Financial Instructions.
To assist in project work providing estimation and compliance tracking.
The Senior Integration and Solution Architect will have the following key relationships:
Associate Director of IT Programmes
Deputy Director of IT
Chief Clinical Digital Officer
Senior Trust Managers and other ICT Managers
IT Programme Manager & PMO Project Staff
IT Customer Services Manager
IT Infrastructure Manager
IT Service Desk
Desktop support and network support staff
The Senior Integration and Solution Architect will provide specialist expertise and report directly to the Associate Director of Clinical Systems Delivery.
Translate and communicate expert technical advice to non-IT Specialists in a clear, concise and understandable manner.
Qualifications & Training
Master's Degree level or substantial equivalent experience.
Evidence of continual professional development.

IT related degree
ITIL Qualification

Has participated in multiple phases of an integrated health system implementation.
Has previously engaged successfully in multiple implementation cycles.
Experience of the Support, Management, Configuration & Build of Cerner Millennium.
Good proven knowledge and an understanding of specialist ICT technologies including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Microsoft Active Directory, Database technologies (e.g. SQL Server, Cache).
Experience writing and reviewing NHS Policy documents and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS)
oIn-depth knowledge of Build & Configuration of Cerner Millennium including the use of DCWs.
oAdvanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite.
oKnowledge and experience of large System deployment within a healthcare environment.
oTrack record of innovation with an ability to inspire and lead the implementation of change.
A working understanding of PRINCE 2 Project Management Methodology
Project plans, manages and controls to budget and time.
A working understanding of ITIL Service Management and Methodology Processes.
Understanding and knowledge of IT Strategy