Solution Architect - L1 (225-617)

As a Solution Architect - L1, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business needs and technological solutions. You will collaborate closely with various stakeholders to analyze their requirements and design optimal solutions that align with the company’s strategic goals. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities to ensure the seamless integration of business processes and IT infrastructure. You will work in tandem with project managers, developers, and other IT professionals to deliver innovative and efficient solutions that drive business growth and adaption in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. As an entry-level position within the Solution Architecture domain, the role also emphasizes learning and development, enabling you to build a foundation to advance your career within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and understand business needs to propose suitable technology solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document functional and technical requirements.
• Design system architecture that efficiently supports business processes and objectives.
• Facilitate and lead discussions regarding system integration and architecture planning.
• Assist in developing project scope, tasks, deliverables, and timelines aligned with business goals.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and platforms for organizational improvement.
• Ensure alignment of architecture solutions with company security and compliance policies.
• Prepare detailed documentation that clearly articulates the architecture solutions proposed.
• Support development teams in executing and implementing designed architecture solutions.
• Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring scalability and sustainability.
• Provide ongoing support and assistance throughout the project lifecycle and beyond.
• Engage in continuous learning and improvement of architectural methodologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Basic understanding of software development life cycle and systems architecture.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Foundational knowledge of current IT infrastructure, applications, and platforms.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.