🚀 Principal Solution Architect

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 with 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.Core architecture tradecraft deliverables, the creation of which the Principal Solution Architect will lead, include:The Principal Solution Architect will lead requirements development activities, drive technology portfolio cataloging and optimization, translate business requirements into technical solutions, deliver global and local solution designs for key initiatives, and provide architectural oversight of project execution.* Comfortable working with staff at all levels of the organization. Work style of collaboration balanced with the need to execute and complete priority work.* Sound business and financial acumen and understanding. Contributes to vendor management and contract negotiations in partnership with operational owners.* Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures and standards in collaboration with other Technology and Risk Management leaders to ensure policies, procedures and standards are aligned and effective across the organization. Provides leadership in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning.* Other related duties as assigned.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, factors such as usability, performance, reliability, cost effectiveness, cybersecurity, integration. 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, as well as usability, performance, cost, cybersecurity, and integration requirements. Regularly conducts research and evaluation of current technology trends and industry practices to inform strategy and works with Business Development on related opportunities. Ability to communicate technical information effectively with business, clinical, technical, and executive audiences. Ability to clearly articulate trade-offs and rationale for recommendations.Business-driven, people-focused, with exceptional influencing and storytelling skills; excellent organizational, multi-tasking, presentation, and time-management skills; strong verbal and written communication 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 to achieve the technical strategy working in a fast-paced and matrixed environment partnering with senior business leaders. Proven track record of delivering integrated solutions in complex environments with multiple delivery teams. Proven ability to lead teams, develop effective relationships, and drive change. Escalates appropriately.Ability to develop and foster strategic partnerships with technology vendors, startups, and industry leaders that will enable and accelerate the overall strategy. Data driven in decision making and continuous improvement of services. Strong analytic and problem-solving skills in area of responsibility. Leadership gravitas. Broad knowledge of technology trends and robust technology industry understanding. Robust understanding of cyber threats, cohesive and effective mitigation strategies through architecture and design. Experience in vendor relationship management. Experience leading IT transformational initiatives in complex environments. *Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.*Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or a related field and 10 years of related experience including previous experience as a Principal Solution Architect, or similar architecture role.Prior experience developing and developing and overseeing solution architecture and/or at-scale design for an enterprise.Master's degree in related field. New facility technology-related technical design and implementation experience. Experience with developing and managing strategic partnerships.Experience in hospital, medical education, research, or related fields of healthcare. **Start Here, Change the World**At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas’ flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world.Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. 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