Head of Application Engineering and Architecture

Head of Application Engineering and Architecture

Reference number: JR255016

Location: Hybrid working - home and our office based near London Bridge

Working pattern: Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Number of roles: 1

Salary: Competitive

We are looking for a Head of Application Engineering and Architecture to join our team.

This is a senior leadership role reporting to the VP Information Technology. You will be responsible for defining how technology solutions are designed built and delivered ensuring platforms and applications are scalable reliable and aligned to business goals. You will lead the teams that design build and support applications and is responsible for how engineering work is carried out across the organisation including ways of working standards and delivery approach. This includes setting direction establishing clear standards and ensuring decisions support both current needs and future growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an excellent Technology Leader who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.

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• Educated to a Bachelors degree level Software Engineering Information Systems or a related field or the relevant work experience.

• Significant experience in senior technology roles demonstrating architectural leadership at both solution and enterprise levels.

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams across engineering architecture and QA.

• Strong understanding of modern software development approaches and architectural patterns and how to apply them in practice.

• Ability to define and embed engineering and architecture principles standards and guardrails.

• Ability to influence and align stakeholders across business and technology building shared understanding and direction.

• Strong leadership presence able to lead and inspire high-performing teams.

What we do

Kaplan International Pathways a division of Kaplan Inc. offers international students a wide range of flexible study options - from University preparation programmes in the UK Australia USA and Japan through to full degree programmes in Singapore Hong Kong and Australia. Through our academic partnerships with leading universities our expertise in student recruitment our exceptional teaching and a real focus on customer service and pastoral care each year we are proud to welcome thousands of students from more than 100 countries through the doors of our colleges.

In the UK we operate 9 campus-based colleges in partnership with Bournemouth University University of Glasgow University of Liverpool Nottingham Trent University University of Nottingham University of Brighton University of Essex University of York and University of West of England Bristol and an off-campus college in London offering pathways to 7 leading well-ranked UK universities.

What we offer

As well as a competitive salary hybrid/home working where possible and paths for career progression we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 days annual leave*

• Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family

• 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services

• Company pension contributions

• Maternity Adoption Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels

• Medicash Health Cash Plan

*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time.

How to apply

Please apply with CV and cover letter no later than 11pm on 13th May 2026. Note we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.

If you are shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment & selection process we will be in touch during the week commencing 18 May with more information.

Application Support

If you require support completing your application please email the Recruitment Team .

Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments

At Kaplan International Pathways were dedicated to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive global workforce. As equal opportunity employers we ensure fair treatment for all employees safeguarding them from discrimination based on protected characteristics as defined in the Equality Act 2010 and beyond.

We actively welcome individuals from varied backgrounds to apply for roles within our organisation appreciating the distinct viewpoints and contributions they offer. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups including diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds LGBTQ individuals women people with visible and hidden disabilities and individuals of any age or family status.

Following the submission of an application applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.

Employee Resource Group

Furthermore we proudly endorse and providea platform for our Employee Resource Groups such asKaplan Pride Higher Ground Race Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage Group and Parents and Carers. These groups serve as vital forums for support connection and advocacy within our company.

Following the submission of an application applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.