Solutions Architect

Job FocusPerform architecture activities to deliver architecture artifacts for platforms and capabilities related to development and data teams. This will include end-to-end solutions views of new features, new platform integrations and changes to existing. Champions architecture best practices across various teams and drives them towards the best solution. Responsible for owning the architecture of multiple domains and initiatives, with help from other architects.Delivery and ExecutionFocused on the technical implementation of featuresAnalyzes/documents existing and recommends future integration with back end servicesWorks closely with Product, Back End development teams and Self Service platform delivery/tech leads along with other stakeholders.Cross domain, but might act as single point of contact for specific technologies and toolsShould be conversant on using Code repositories, Gitlab, Splunk and Monitoring tools to troubleshoot and understand the system behavior.Regarded as expert in service architecture and design conceptsExpected to deliver quality architecture documentation to be referred by different teams.Skills, Abilities and KnowledgeAbility to read, write, speak and understand EnglishAbility to work with various teams and motivate othersAbility to prioritize and organize against multiple initiatives effectivelyProven analytical skills to solve complex technology and business problems.Inquisitive nature. Eager to explore new concepts and approachesExcellent written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills.Ability to show judgment, initiative and to accomplish job dutiesAptitude and eagerness to learn from a new environment and make an impact quicklyAdvanced knowledge of software development and deliveryAdvocates and follows architecture/design best practicesExpert knowledge of service integration patternsExpert in analyzing current system behavior through code/logs/monitoring tools and provide recommendations on optimizations.Conversant with cloud environment and some of the programming languages like Java, NodeJSConversant with Micro services architecture and design patternsExpert in REST service designExperienced in using GraphQLHas technical knowledge of AWS, Containers, Kubernetes and NoSQL databasesDesired EducationBachelor's degree in Science/Technology or relevant work experience.Desired Work Experience - Number of YearsOverall in Software Development/Design - 10+Software Architecture - 3+REST and GraphQL - 2+Web and/or Native App Development - OptionalRemote/Onsite:If local, going into the office 3 days and remote 2 days every week