Enterprise Solution Architect

Job description

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At Powerdata Group Consulting, we seek a highly skilled Solution Architect to join our team. As a key member of our IT department, you will be responsible for designing and implementing large-scale software solutions that meet the business needs of our clients.
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About the Role
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We are looking for an experienced professional with a strong background in solution architecture, technical leadership, and software design. You will lead the development of solution architectures, oversee the preparation of technical plans, and ensure that appropriate technical resources are available.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Lead and produce solution designs, systems views, and architectures using logical models of components and interfaces to meet business requirements.
- Oversee and coordinate multiple teams developing and producing solutions designs and systems specifications to meet user requirements and business needs.
- Demonstrate detailed research and analysis skills in support of solutions design activities and the development of options to achieve required business outcomes.
- Maintain knowledge and expertise in Defence systems and the operating environment to ensure that solution designs are integrated and meet business needs.
- Build and sustain relationships, liaise with a range of internal and external stakeholders including other teams, peers, and colleagues across Defence and other organisations.
- Motivate and mentor teams, aligning complementary skills and allocate resources in a manner that delivers results.
- Assess and measure projects to understand critical factors for success, the identification of issues and risks, and develop supporting risk mitigation strategies.
- Analyze and measure very complex solution design issues, applying expertise to identify and recommend courses of action and implementation of strategies.
- Accountable for accurate completion of work within timeframes and quality requirements, share own expertise with others, and guide and mentor less experienced employees.
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Requirements
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- At least 3 years' experience in a Solution Architect or similar role.
- Strong leadership experience and skill as a technical leader.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Qualifications in relevant technical discipline/s.
- Experience providing technical directions to projects delivering complex software solutions.
- Excellent understanding and demonstrated application of current architectural design patterns, standards, technologies, and techniques, including architectural frameworks such as ToGAF or similar models.
- Knowledge and experience in cloud architectural best practices.
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Our Ideal Candidate
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We are looking for a professional who is passionate about staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and willing to challenge traditional ways of doing business. Our ideal candidate will have a strong written and verbal communication skills, be accountable for their actions, and demonstrate leadership behaviours.
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Benefits
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We offer a competitive salary package, excellent career opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.