Job Description
**Job Summary:** ICT Infrastructure Technical Architect sought for 18-month contract with Children's Health Ireland (CHI) to lead technical architecture and drive solutions for new children's hospital and outpatient centers. **Job Description:** We are seeking an experienced ICT Infrastructure Technical Architect to join our team at Children's Health Ireland (CHI). As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading the development of the technical architecture function and capability, collaborating with the business to understand and influence business requirements, and shaping the future roadmaps for CHI's technology platforms. **Key Responsibilities:** * Lead the development of the Technical Architecture function & capability * Collaborate with the business to understand and influence business requirements * Shape the future roadmaps for CHI's technology platforms underpinning the CHI's digital services * Develop technology standards and contribute to associated policies * Partner with major ICT vendors and equivalent hospitals in the industry to identify global best practice solutions * Develop technical inputs into procurement documentation for various ICT solutions * Demonstrate understanding of cross-functional/cross-domain requirements and impact * Maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies/products related to healthcare provision architectural solutions * Guide the estimation of project cost and assist business counterparts in selecting appropriate solutions based on budget and business constraints **Requirements:** * Third-level degree/post-graduate qualification in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronic Engineering) * 3 years post-qualification experience in a relevant role, or 5+ years' experience in a relevant and similar role * Infrastructure architecture experience gained within large, complex environments * Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills coupled with stakeholder engagement skills * Experience of delivering and supporting technology delivery in a healthcare environment * Service delivery including acquisition and implementation of technology as a service, the development of service operational models, the development of a service framework and measures, contracting for specific service level agreements, and management of vendor SLA performance **Salary Range:** €77,000-€80,000 **Location:** Based within the geographical area of CHI.