Job Introduction
Principal Software Architect
By providing highly capable, innovative and integrated software solutions we are transforming urgent, emergency and outpatient healthcare services – every role at CLEO Systems is made to be brave.
We are looking for an experienced and visionary Principal Software Architect to lead architectural design and strategy for CLEO Systems’ major projects. The Principal Architect will take a leadership role in defining the overall architecture, driving technical excellence, and ensuring alignment with business objectives across complex projects.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in architectural design, engineering, and leadership, combined with a strong ability to manage and mentor teams, ensure high-quality delivery, and innovate within CLEO Systems.
You could be the ideal person if this role if you can demonstrate that you have:
- 10+ years of experience in software architecture, solution design, and technology leadership.
- Proven experience in designing, developing, and implementing complex systems at an enterprise level.
- Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, cross-functional projects and teams.
- Deep understanding of architectural frameworks, methodologies, and design patterns.
Who are we?
CLEO Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Integrated Care 24 (IC24), the leading not-for-profit Social Enterprise providing innovative and patient focused primary care services. We are committed to delivering ‘Clinical Excellence Online’ (CLEO). Through this mission we contribute to the wider Group ambition to improve access to health and social care for patients and reduce the demand on secondary care services. IC24 provides services to over 6 million patients, including GP led out-of-hours services, NHS 111, primary care and secondary care support services.
What’s in It for You?
We value our team and believe in offering support, growth, and opportunity:
- Competitive Salary
- Location: Hybrid – Remote & occasional travel to our office in Ashford, Kent
- Benefits: Access to the Nest Company Pension Scheme, free 24/7 independent counselling service, and a reward and discount platform.
- Benenden Health: company paid health support from private GP appointments to secondary care treatment.
- Learning and Development: Opportunities to advance your career through training and development.
- Community Engagement: We support volunteering and provide one paid day annually for community or charitable activities.
Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory basic DBS disclosure and two references.
For a job description and person specification please see attached.
Closing date: Monday 17th March 2025
At CLEO Systems we celebrate brave ideas and brave people.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all people and we particularly encourage applications from ethnic minorities, applicants with a disability and those from other under-represented groups.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team on careers@ic24.nhs.uk.
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