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Mayer Brown · 3 months ago

Architect: SharePoint & .Net

US-IL-Chicago

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$150K/yr - $198K/yr

5+ years exp

Mayer Brown is an international law firm that represents major corporations and financial institutions. They are seeking a SharePoint & .Net Solution Architect to lead the architecture and delivery of technology solutions via SharePoint Online, focusing on collaboration systems and integrations for their Business Services groups.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Is a subject matter expert for all SharePoint & .Net Framework solutions while providing support to the Risk, Marketing & Admin Systems portfolio of solutions

Works cross-functionally with internal/external IT partners to implement and manage collaboration systems to meet the objectives of our Business Services partners

Works closely with IT engineers and architects throughout the global technology environment

Leads the development of long-term strategic goals for collaboration solutions, software, and data integrations

Functions as a Technical Lead on projects by developing an understanding of existing systems and processes as well as identifying/determining future needs

Architects and implements collaboration technologies and advanced functions in technology

Develops and documents SharePoint & .Net Framework best practices, guidelines, security, and governance for the our Applications portfolio

Works with IT and business leaders to manage delivery and operationalize updates to our products

Works closely with the IT Information Security team, prioritizing safety of the firm’s people, systems and content

Interprets complex technical documentation and effectively communicates information to individuals at all levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing

Responds to support escalations and investigate, analyze, document, and provide root cause resolution to reported incidents

A mentor to other team members and provide training if required

Fosters trust and builds relationships with the other Information Technology teams both globally and within the region, especially with co-owners of other M365 products

Attends regular vendor meetings for areas of expertise, stays informed of latest technology roadmaps, security notifications, and bug/hot fixes

Ensures vendors provide proper levels of support, maintains SLA’s, and provide root cause analysis for escalated issues

Ensures all team, departmental and firm policies and procedures are adhered to, including technical change management and service continuity

Where appropriate, attends user groups independently or with senior managers and makes recommendations on improvements

Attends and contributes to team meetings

Completes all administrative tasks, i.e., (time tracking, project and task updates, trouble ticket notes, status reports, responding to email, etc.) accurately and on time

Adheres to the Firm’s IT Service Delivery standards and Change Control processes

Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives

Qualification

SharePoint Online.Net developmentM365 SuiteAzure ADPowerShellRESTful servicesHTMLCSSJavaScriptLeadership initiativeCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience is related to the functions of the role

Minimum of 5 years' experience of enterprise level SharePoint Online & .Net Solution Architecture

Prior experience architecting SharePoint Online solutions, is required

Prior end user facing experience, is required

Proven experience with SharePoint Online and SharePoint Development Framework (SPFx)

Proven experience with .Net development (C#, ASP.Net, MVC, MVVM)

Holistic knowledge of the M365 Suite is required

In-depth knowledge working with Microsoft OneDrive, required

In-depth knowledge of M365 security and compliance including MS Purview, is required

In-depth knowledge of Azure AD is required

In-depth knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related web technologies

In-depth knowledge of RESTful services and APIs

Knowledge of PowerShell including scripting, is required

Demonstrates leadership initiative and a desire to lead, even without formal reporting lines

Effectively communicates and influence others outside the direct chain of reporting

Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors

Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm

A solid understanding of delivery frameworks such as Agile and DevOps

Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities

Committed to continued advancement with strong change management skills

Commitment to process improvement

Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative

Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgment

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects

Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion

Exercises solid strategic thinking and critical thinking skills

Comfort with ambiguity

Ability to ‘challenge the status quo'

Preferred

Microsoft 365 certified – Azure Solutions Architect Expert, is preferred

Prior Experience working in a global organization, preferred

Prior Experience deploying and managing SharePoint Online solutions in Azure DevOps

Knowledge of MS Power Platform is preferred

Knowledge of Intapp Workspaces is helpful

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance

401(k) savings plan

Back-up childcare and eldercare

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Opportunities for professional development and growth

Company

Mayer Brown

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Mayer Brown is a leading global law firm with offices in key business centers across the Americas, Asia and Europe.

Founded in 1863

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.mayerbrown.com/

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