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Enterprise Software Engr Team Lead in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

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University of Kentucky

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleEnterprise Software Engr Team Lead
Requisition NumberRE54492
Working TitleLead Product Architect
Department Name3L200:ITS Enterprise Applications
Work LocationLexington, KY
Grade Level49
Salary Range$72,405-119,496/year
Type of PositionStaff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
7 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Siting for long periods of time; ability to travel to meetings both on and off campus
Shift
Primarily days, evenings and weekends as needed due to project deadlines
Job Summary
Lead What Matters in Enterprise Technology

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Enterprise Software Engineering Team Lead (Lead Product Architect) to join our Enterprise Applications team within Information Technology Services. This role sits at the intersection of technology, strategy, and leadership, driving the development of enterprise digital experiences that support the university’s mission. This position is part of UK’s evolving IT strategy and will report through the Information Technology Services department in Beyond Blue effective July 1, 2026.

You’ll provide technical and architectural leadership across enterprise systems, helping design and deliver scalable, modern, and data-driven solutions while guiding a team of engineers. This role has a direct impact on how technology enables operations, innovation, and user experience across the university.

What You’ll Do
  • Lead the design and delivery of enterprise applications and digital product architecture
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on application and data architecture decisions
  • Drive technology modernization efforts, including scalable, data-centric solutions
  • Collaborate across teams to align systems, frameworks, and enterprise architecture
  • Guide software development efforts, ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery
  • Lead and mentor team members while managing workload and priorities
  • Partner with university stakeholders to develop solutions that improve efficiency and user experience
What You’ll Bring
  • Strong experience in enterprise application development and architecture
  • Knowledge of ERP systems, data platforms, and enterprise technologies
  • Proven ability to lead technical teams and deliver complex projects
  • Strategic thinking with the ability to align technology solutions to business needs
  • Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving technology environment
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 7+ years of related experience
What’s In It for You
  • Leadership impact: Shape enterprise technology strategy and lead high-impact initiatives
  • Meaningful work: Build solutions that support students, faculty, and operations across the university
  • Growth opportunity: Expand your influence as a technical leader and architect
  • Flexible work options: Hybrid/remote eligible with approval
  • Collaborative culture: Partner with talented engineers, architects, and university leaders
  • Comprehensive benefits: Competitive salary, retirement, health coverage, and development
Why Now?
The University of Kentucky is investing in enterprise system modernization and digital transformation to better support a growing and evolving university community.

In this role, you will:
  • Lead initiatives that shape the future of enterprise applications and architecture
  • Drive innovation and modernization across core systems
  • Help deliver more seamless, data-driven experiences for the university community

You’ll join at a time when your leadership and technical expertise will have immediate and lasting impact.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Strong Knowledge of SAP components, workflow, Microsoft Office, and University policies and practices.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply06/03/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please describe how your experience relates to this position.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Describe your experience in leading a team or an organization. What is your approach to leadership in building engaged, supportive teams?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time work experience with computer programming/development in an ERP system (e.g. SAP or similar).
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 2 years
    • More than 2 years, up through 5 years
    • More than 5 years, up through 10 years
    • More than 10 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

    Job Location

    Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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