The University of Texas at Austin
Principal Solution Architect
Hiring Department: Dell Medical School
Location: Austin, TX
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Immediately
Position Duration: Expected to Continue
Job Details The Office of Information Technology at the Dell Medical School is seeking a Principal Solution Architect. Under the direction of the CTO, this strategic leader will drive solution architecture, design, and implementation of platforms and capabilities for the new Academic Medical Center. The role spans education, research, clinical, administrative, digital, IT transformation, and hospital build. Key projects include multi‑year EHR, ERP, Digital, and IT transformation programs.
The Principal Solution Architect will work closely with technology leadership, research, and clinical teams, collaborate with UT Austin main campus IT, the UT System, and other healthcare organizations across the UT Health network. Occasional travel to other UT locations is expected.
Core deliverables include architecture principles, technology roadmaps, a complete solution catalog, solution design standards, and executive‑level presentation materials. The role supports a 5‑year transformation timeline.
Purpose: Lead requirements development, technology portfolio cataloging, translate business needs into technical solutions, deliver global and local solution designs, and oversee project execution.
Responsibilities
Deep understanding of leading technologies and how they integrate in healthcare, assessing usability, performance, reliability, cost, cybersecurity, and integration.
Core team member defining the overall technology roadmap, leading transition and transformation by developing technical designs that meet business, usability, performance, cost, cybersecurity, and integration requirements. Conducts research and evaluation of current technology trends and industry practices to inform strategy.
Effective communication of technical information to business, clinical, technical, and executive audiences, articulating trade‑offs and rationale for recommendations.
Collaboration with staff at all levels, balancing collaboration with the need to execute and prioritize work.
Business‑driven, people‑focused leadership with influencing, storytelling, organizational, multi‑tasking, presentation, and time‑management skills. Serves as a role model and mentor, taking accountability for individual and group responsibilities.
Established credibility, procurement of buy‑in, and leadership of multidisciplinary teams in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment, partnering with senior business leaders. Proven track record of delivering integrated solutions in complex environments with multiple delivery teams.
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with technology vendors, startups, and industry leaders to accelerate strategy.
Data‑driven decision making and continuous improvement of services with strong analytic and problem‑solving skills.
Sound business and financial acumen, contributing 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 alignment and effectiveness across the organization, and lead Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning.
Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or a related field and 10 years of related experience, including previous Principal Solution Architect or similar architecture role.
Leadership gravitas and experience developing and overseeing solution architecture and large‑scale enterprise design.
Broad knowledge of technology trends and robust industry understanding.
Robust understanding of cyber threats and effective mitigation strategies through architecture and design.
Experience in vendor relationship management and leading IT transformational initiatives in complex environments.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience in hospital, medical education, research, or related healthcare fields.
New facility technology‑related design and implementation experience.
Experience managing strategic partnerships.
Salary Range OPEN
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
Three work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
Letter of interest
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, except as specified.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E‑Verify Poster (English and Spanish) – PDF
Right to Work Poster (English) – PDF
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) – PDF
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP‑3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Location: Austin, TX
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Immediately
Position Duration: Expected to Continue
Job Details The Office of Information Technology at the Dell Medical School is seeking a Principal Solution Architect. Under the direction of the CTO, this strategic leader will drive solution architecture, design, and implementation of platforms and capabilities for the new Academic Medical Center. The role spans education, research, clinical, administrative, digital, IT transformation, and hospital build. Key projects include multi‑year EHR, ERP, Digital, and IT transformation programs.
The Principal Solution Architect will work closely with technology leadership, research, and clinical teams, collaborate with UT Austin main campus IT, the UT System, and other healthcare organizations across the UT Health network. Occasional travel to other UT locations is expected.
Core deliverables include architecture principles, technology roadmaps, a complete solution catalog, solution design standards, and executive‑level presentation materials. The role supports a 5‑year transformation timeline.
Purpose: Lead requirements development, technology portfolio cataloging, translate business needs into technical solutions, deliver global and local solution designs, and oversee project execution.
Responsibilities
Deep understanding of leading technologies and how they integrate in healthcare, assessing usability, performance, reliability, cost, cybersecurity, and integration.
Core team member defining the overall technology roadmap, leading transition and transformation by developing technical designs that meet business, usability, performance, cost, cybersecurity, and integration requirements. Conducts research and evaluation of current technology trends and industry practices to inform strategy.
Effective communication of technical information to business, clinical, technical, and executive audiences, articulating trade‑offs and rationale for recommendations.
Collaboration with staff at all levels, balancing collaboration with the need to execute and prioritize work.
Business‑driven, people‑focused leadership with influencing, storytelling, organizational, multi‑tasking, presentation, and time‑management skills. Serves as a role model and mentor, taking accountability for individual and group responsibilities.
Established credibility, procurement of buy‑in, and leadership of multidisciplinary teams in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment, partnering with senior business leaders. Proven track record of delivering integrated solutions in complex environments with multiple delivery teams.
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with technology vendors, startups, and industry leaders to accelerate strategy.
Data‑driven decision making and continuous improvement of services with strong analytic and problem‑solving skills.
Sound business and financial acumen, contributing 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 alignment and effectiveness across the organization, and lead Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning.
Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or a related field and 10 years of related experience, including previous Principal Solution Architect or similar architecture role.
Leadership gravitas and experience developing and overseeing solution architecture and large‑scale enterprise design.
Broad knowledge of technology trends and robust industry understanding.
Robust understanding of cyber threats and effective mitigation strategies through architecture and design.
Experience in vendor relationship management and leading IT transformational initiatives in complex environments.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience in hospital, medical education, research, or related healthcare fields.
New facility technology‑related design and implementation experience.
Experience managing strategic partnerships.
Salary Range OPEN
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
Three work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
Letter of interest
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, except as specified.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E‑Verify
E‑Verify Poster (English and Spanish) – PDF
Right to Work Poster (English) – PDF
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) – PDF
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP‑3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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