Solutions Architect

Summary

Join Adtalem Global Education as a Solution Architect, leading the design and implementation of innovative solutions aligned with business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership and ensuring successful project delivery. You will design scalable solutions, oversee software and hardware integration, and identify risk mitigation strategies. Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives. Stay updated on market trends and contribute to the organization's technical vision. This role may be hybrid or remote, depending on location.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science
• Five (5) plus years of architecture experience across software development technologies, having highly competent knowledge of standard software development lifecycle and project management techniques/methodologies
• Three (3) plus years of experience in managing multiple, medium to large, cross-functional teams or projects, and influencing senior level management and key stakeholders
• Experience with systems development lifecycle and system management processes, including business requirements, design, and configuration, and user acceptance testing
• Strong expertise in solution architecture principles, design patterns, and industry best practices
• Extensive knowledge of cloud computing platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and associated services
• Proficiency in software development methodologies, programming languages, and frameworks
• In-depth understanding of database systems, data modeling, NoSQL and SQL
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex technical challenges
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, with experience in guiding and motivating teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients and stakeholders at all levels

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design of comprehensive and scalable solutions that align with business goals
• Work closely with business stakeholders and product managers to understand requirements and develop solution strategies that leverage our products and services
• Design and oversee the integration of diverse software and hardware components, ensuring interoperability and optimal performance
• Develop architecture blueprints, technical specifications, and system integration strategies to enable seamless data exchange and integration with existing systems
• Identify potential risks and challenges associated with solution implementation and provide mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure that solutions meet industry standards, data privacy regulations, and security requirements
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including solution architectures, design patterns, deployment guides, and best practices
• Contribute to knowledge sharing initiatives, such as internal training programs and technical workshops
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including technology, product management, and support, to align technical solutions with business strategies
• Stay updated with market trends, technological advancements, and industry standards to provide thought leadership and contribute to the organization's technical vision
• Completes other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in related field
• Experience working in multiple Information Technology environments

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual incentive program