Lead Technical Solution Architect

Hybrid Schedule | Full time

No sponsorship

Travel: 10% of the Time

About the Opportunity:

Ready to take on an exciting and impactful role as a Lead Technical Solution Architect? Join our client's cutting-edge team and spearhead the roadmap, design, and strategy for foundational technology solutions that drive digital transformation initiatives.

As the Lead Technical Solution Architect, you'll be at the forefront of revolutionizing the business operating segment, Digital IT - Architecture Experience Digital Platform Services (AEDPS). Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll create and maintain a technology roadmap, establish architectural standards and principles, and bring to life scalable and resilient solutions.

We're seeking an exceptional candidate with a deep understanding of architectural patterns, principles, and frameworks. Your expertise in key technology platforms, infrastructure, databases, security, legal compliance, and software platforms will be critical in delivering exceptional technical solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of packaged solutions like Oracle ERP, Oracle SaaS Fusion Cloud, Coupa, Salesforce, and more. As the Technical Solution Architect, you'll be a guiding force in influencing strategic decisions and enabling the Architecture practice to support and achieve business goals. If you're passionate about technology, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a proven track record of delivering high-quality solutions, we want you on the team!

Embrace the challenge and become an integral part of our client's journey - apply now as the Lead Technical Solution Architect!

Essential Functions

Strategy & Planning

• Work closely across technology organizations (AEDPS, EDO, Platform Engineering etc.) to identify, architect and design foundational technology capabilities that will set the base for our Digital transformation initiatives across product development and Integration
• Responsible for the roadmap of Technology architecture in partnership with Enterprise and Domain Architecture groups
• Identify solution accelerators for various Enablement teams across AEDPS (Microservices , Digital Integration Layer, Lowcode Nocode, DevOps etc) to increase adoption of modernization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, UX, data analysts, product owners, and business analysts to design and implement scalable, high-performing solutions.
• Partner with key stakeholders across Platform Engineering and Product teams to understand the Business Transformation roadmap especially around newer cloud solutions such as Oracle SaaS, Salesforce, BoB systems, and identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows through technology solutions.
• Lead the development of high-level and detailed solution architecture designs, including technical specifications and implementation plans.
• Accountable for technical decisions, documentation and direction for high-level designs, approaches and roadmaps.
• Participate in project reviews and audits and recommend changes or corrective actions to improve project outcomes.
• Facilitate or conduct proof-of-concept, pilot and MVP activities for key technical areas.
• Provide thought leadership on the latest trends and advancements in digital transformation and apply them to the organization's technology strategy.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and reliability of technology solutions, and address any potential risks or issues that may impact business operations.
• Provide gap, risk and impact analysis.
• Work with IT/technology owners to identify and address operational impact and lower the total cost of ownership for IT capabilities.
• Conduct regular assessments of the technology architecture to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations to senior leadership.

Acquisition & Deployment

• Identify, evaluate and recommend new technologies and software products to be deployed as part of the organization's digital transformation initiative.
• Work with internal and external teams to manage the deployment and integration of new technologies and software products.
• Monitor and manage the performance of deployed technologies and software products, ensuring that they meet agreed-upon service level agreements (SLAs).
• Work independently and hands-on to prototype.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the deployment and operation of new technologies and software products.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with the deployment of new technologies and software products, ensuring that security and compliance requirements are met.

Operational Management

• Establish and maintain a culture of continuous improvement, including implementing metrics to measure the effectiveness of the technology architecture and identifying areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies to protect the organization from internal and external threats.
• Oversee the deployment of new technology solutions and ensuring that they are integrated seamlessly with existing systems and processes.
• Continuously evaluate and improve operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce risk.

Incidental Functions

• Participate in internal and external committees, working groups, and other forums to share knowledge, promote best practices, and drive improvements in technical solutions.
• Conduct training sessions, workshops, and other educational activities to share knowledge and improve technical skills among team members and other stakeholders.
• Participate in hiring and talent management processes to identify and recruit top talent, as well as develop and retain existing team members.
• Serve as a mentor or coach to other architects and technical staff, providing guidance, feedback, and support to help them develop their skills and achieve their professional goals.

Position Requirements

Formal Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in a Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology field of study (e.g., Information Technology, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Computer Systems Management, Mathematics) or equivalent experience.

Knowledge & Experience

• 12+ years of experience in IT.
• 8+ years of experience in designing, developing and implementing IT solutions
• 8+ years of experience in enterprise and/or solution architecture and architectural frameworks, including the creation of current, transitional and future state architectures.
• Good experience with modern product development and Integration architectures
• In-depth understanding of architectural patterns, principles, and frameworks
• Strong technical background in key technology platforms, infrastructure, database, security, legal compliance rules, and software platforms
• Broad range of technical knowledge with experience in multiple technology domains
• Demonstrated experience with optimizing Software Development Lifecycles (SDLC).
• Experience with operating in a multiple stakeholder environment including the successful handling of priority conflicts and stakeholder alignments.
• Experience working in a Lean or Agile development environment a plus
• Demonstrated skill with presentation and communication tools such as MS PowerPoint, Visio, etc.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience in designing & implementing technical solutions for Oracle ERP on-prem/cloud
• Experience in Cloud computing (preferably with Azure), Azure Integration Services, Domain Driven Design
• Experience in handling distributed environment preferably powered by Microservices
• Experience in Event driven architectures , publish subscribe patterns preferably in a cloud native environment
• Experience in DevOps, Agile and CI/CD
• Experience with Agile development methodologies
• Certification in relevant technologies (e.g. CISSP, CISM, etc.)
• Experience in project management tools such as JIRA.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders and team members.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Continuous learning mindset, with a desire to stay up to date on the latest technology trends and industry developments.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent systems/process orientation with demonstrated analytical thinking, organization skills and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment, and to lead and influence cross-organizationally with and without direct authority.

Perks & Benefits:

• You will enjoy a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you.
• From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute — our client is committed to help employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. 

How to Apply:

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for enterprise architecture and a desire to drive innovation within our organization, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience to john@emeraldresourcegroup.com. Please include "Enterprise Architect Application" in the subject line. We look forward to reviewing your application.

John Radcliff

IT Recruiter at Emerald Resource Group

Phone 440-627-6902 

Email john@emeraldresourcegroup.com

Web www.emeraldresourcegroup.com

1 Eagle Valley Ct #201

Broadview Heights, OH 44147

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