Software/Application Architect

Company: Syslogic Inc
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

Enterprise Application and Architecture / The Application Architect leads a technical team through the process of defining a structured solution that meets all of the technical and operational (functional and non-functional) requirements, while optimizing customer-defined quality attributes such as performance, scalability, security, and others. The Architect collaborates with business stakeholders, customers or end-users, business analysts, UX designers, applied researchers, management, other architects, and developers to analyze, plan, design, and deliver innovative solutions to complex, high-value business problems.-- Primary Responsibilities:

• Appropriately applies Architectural & Design Patterns; Performs--on-going introspection and refinement--
• Create the Architecture definition (or 'blueprint') and establish project design standards and guidelines; Perform design and architectural reviews--
• Design and develop architectural prototypes and proofs of concept;--Develop approach to verify solution feasibility--
• Lead by example, by producing quality and timely work, building trust, allowing autonomy and guidance appropriate for individual skill levels, maintaining team accountability, and communicating the information needed to complete the work--
• Own Tool, Technology, and Framework selection, evaluated against various customer and internal--team criteria and constraints--(budget/time/infrastructure/etc.)--
• Design, present, and break down technical designs for complex application features--
• Define,--implement, and enforce project-level technical standards, guidelines, metrics, architectures, and processes. Ensure solution is aligned with standards defined by the client, while maintaining high standards of software quality and timeliness
• Provide Acceptance Criteria/Technical Requirements and Supporting Documents for technically-focused user stories; Validate and document user requirements and development of user stories--
• Document technical requirements and technical and architectural designs for new solutions and features; Identify and capture--architecturally significant constraining requirements as a supplement-- Technical Skills
  • Appropriately applies Architectural & Design Patterns; Performs on-going introspection and refinement
  • Create the Architecture definition (or 'blueprint') and establish project design standards and guidelines; Perform design and architectural reviews
  • Design and develop architectural prototypes and proofs of concept; Develop approach to verify solution feasibility
  • Lead by example, by producing quality and timely work, building trust, allowing autonomy and guidance appropriate for individual skill levels, maintaining team accountability, and communicating the information needed to complete the work
  • Own Tool, Technology, and Framework selection, evaluated against various customer and internal team criteria and constraints (budget/time/infrastructure/etc.)
  • Design, present, and break down technical designs for complex application features
  • Define, implement, and enforce project-level technical standards, guidelines, metrics, architectures, and processes. Ensure solution is aligned with standards defined by the client, while maintaining high standards of software quality and timeliness
  • Provide Acceptance Criteria/Technical Requirements and Supporting Documents for technically-focused user stories; Validate and document user requirements and development of user stories
  • Document technical requirements and technical and architectural designs for new solutions and features; Identify and capture architecturally significant constraining requirements as a supplement Non-Technical Skills
    • Lead the client in defining and planning the strategic direction of technology investments--
    • Communicate effectively and professionally, including communicating or presenting technical information to non-technical audiences--
    • Consider customers to be a priority, and work closely with them to identify and anticipate their needs; Frequently communicate with the customer to set realistic expectations--
    • Able to define and communicate vision and ideas that inspire others to follow with commitment and dedication--
    • Facilitate and elicit information from others who may be reluctant to share--
    • Able to negotiate in conflicting situations while presenting a viewpoint in a non-confrontational way--
    • Manage multiple priorities effectively, adapt to changes in procedures or conditions easily, and accept new responsibilities with enthusiasm--
    • Leverage self-reflection and evaluation to drive learning and personal growth--
    • Foster--positive working relationships across all levels of a--client organization; Reinforce--team approach throughout development efforts-- Candidates with a strong desire to be part of a colloborative, solutions oriented organization are encouraged to apply. Enjoy the benefit of a quality work environment with real work life balance.

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