EDUCATION

Education Level
Education Details
Req
Pref
And/Or
Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS)
Related Field
X
and
Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS)
Related Field
X
or
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)
Related Field
X
A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Requirements:

JOB SUMMARY

The Lead System Architect is responsible for leading the architecture team in the design, development, and implementation of complex systems. This role involves providing technical leadership, mentoring team members, and ensuring that architectural solutions align with business goals and technical standards.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Company and the employee occupying the position.

EDUCATION

Education Level
Education Details
Req
Pref
And/Or
Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS)
Related Field
X
and
Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS)
Related Field
X
or
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)
Related Field
X
A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Experience
Req
Pref
A minimum of 12 years’ progressive experience in a related field
X
A minimum of 15 years’ progressive experience in a related field
X

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

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  Extensive knowledge of system architecture principles and practices
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  Deep understanding of system integration and interoperability.
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  In-depth knowledge of cloud computing and virtualization technologies
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  Proficient in microservices architecture and containerization.
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  Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps)
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  Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity best practices.
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  Develop and communicate clear architectural vision
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  Align architectural solutions with business goals and requirements
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  Oversee implementation of complex systems
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  Experience building system capacity forecasts

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Estimated Amount of Time
Type of Travel
Up to 75% of the time
Domestic and International Travel

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  Leads a team of system architects and engineers, providing guidance, support, and technical direction.
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  Mentors junior architects and engineers, fostering their professional development and growth.
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  Defines and implements the architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology roadmaps.
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  Develops and maintains architecture standards, guidelines, and best practices.
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  Works closely with stakeholders, including executive management, to understand business requirements and translate them into architectural solutions.
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  Communicates architecture strategies, decisions, and status updates to stakeholders.
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  Reviews and approves architectural designs, ensuring they meet quality, performance, and security standards.
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  Conducts architecture assessments and reviews to identify areas for improvement.
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  Oversees the execution of architecture projects, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
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  Manages project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
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  Drives innovation within the architecture team, promoting the adoption of new technologies and methodologies.
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  Continuously evaluates and improves architecture processes and practices.
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  Experience with gathering and modeling data for system capacity and licensing planning.