"Solutions Architect"

Job Description

Collaborates with stakeholders to translate business requirements into flexible, scalable, and resilient architectural designs.

Defines and documents current, iterative, and future-state architecture assigned functions by recommending, implementing, and aligning with industry best practices and the University's strategic objectives.

Functions as subject matter expert for assigned functions.

Frequently provides mentorship, guidance, and training to team members and other employees across the organization.

Influences and informally leads cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between business needs and technology solutions.

Communicates complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Develops and communicates solutions strategy to diverse audiences.

Evaluates, recommends, and selects appropriate complex technologies, tools, and vendors to support objectives.

Ensures compliance with security and regulatory requirements in all architecture.

Facilitates solutions discussions to achieve consensus, awareness, support, and alignment.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

KSAs

• Acknowledged within field of expertise as a subject matter expert.
• Strong understanding of architecture principles, frameworks, and methodologies.
• Expertise in designing and optimizing systems for performance, reliability, and scalability to meet stringent SLAs and uptime requirements.
• Exceptional collaboration, design, and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate, present, and document complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive consensus in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in using visualization tools like Visio, Lucid, or similar for architectural solutions.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7 years of relevant experience.
• 3 years as Solutions Architect or 8 years in a technical leadership role (e.g., technical lead, principal engineer).
• Development experience in languages such as Java, C++, or Python.
• Proven experience in designing high-resiliency solutions, focusing on performance testing, fault tolerance, and scalability.
• Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Knowledge of UML (Unified Modeling Language).
• Experience with tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Certification in cloud technologies and enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).