Senior Solutions Architect

 

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design:
▪ Architectural Design: Develop high-level architecture designs that outline the structure and components of the solution.
▪ Technical Leadership: Provide guidance on technology choices and architectural patterns to ensure best practices are followed.

Requirements Analysis:
▪ Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with business analysts, product managers, and stakeholders to gather and analyse functional and nonfunctional requirements.
▪ Feasibility Studies: Assess project feasibility and identify potential challenges and risks.

Implementation Oversight:
▪ Collaboration with Development Teams: Work closely with development teams to ensure designs are implemented correctly and adhere to architectural standards.
▪ Code Review: Conduct code reviews to maintain quality and adherence to architectural guidelines.

Integration and Scalability:
▪ Integration Solutions: Design and document integration strategies for various systems and applications, ensuring seamless communication between them.
▪ Scalability Planning: Plan for future scalability and performance considerations in the architecture.

Documentation:
▪ Architectural Documentation: Create comprehensive architectural diagrams, design documents, and technical specifications to guide development.

Continuous Improvement:
▪ Technology Evaluation: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend improvements and innovations.
▪ Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for process enhancements within the architecture and development lifecycle.

Qualifications:
▪ Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
▪ Experience: Minimum 10 years proven experience as a Solution Architect or in a similar technical role, with a strong understanding of software development processes.
▪ Technical Skills: Proficiency in multiple programming languages and technologies, including cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure), databases, and integration tools.

Skills:
▪ Architectural Knowledge: Strong understanding of architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, serverless) and design principles.
▪ Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities to address complex technical challenges.
▪ Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effectively conveying ideas and collaborating with diverse teams.

Skills:
▪ Architectural Knowledge: Strong understanding of architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, serverless) and design principles.
▪ Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities to address complex technical challenges.
▪ Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effectively conveying ideas and collaborating with diverse teams.