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University of Michigan · 17 hours ago

Solutions Architect

Ann Arbor, MI

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$115K/yr - $140K/yr

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Responsibilities

Lead the definition and development of the technology strategy so that it aligns with the long-term strategic business plan and enables the delivery of business objectives. Manage the technology roadmap to effectively utilize current and emerging technology capabilities to continually enhance technology-enabled business processes from end-to-end.

Provide technical guidance and governance on solution development and integration taking account of competitor/supplier/partner capabilities. Conduct feasibility assessments on proposed solutions. Prepare business cases, including cost/benefit, impact, and risk analysis for each option.

Maintain a stable, viable architecture and ensure consistency of design and adherence to appropriate standards. Develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPI) for technology. Ensure optimal performance and effective risk management in all areas related to technology infrastructure. Be responsible for the coordination and management of approved technology projects and initiatives supporting the target architecture. Negotiate trade-offs that balance stakeholder preferences with budgetary, technological, and other constraints. Ensure performance of third-party technology partners in delivering on agreed-upon scope through monitoring of task completion and conducting quality assurance.

Manage the technology team. Continually build and enhance communication, teamwork, professional development, and core skills among the team. Contribute to the general management of the assessment and operations team by serving as an advocate for technology-related best practices, mentor colleagues across the business on technology topics, and act as a change agent in adopting new technology-enabled business processes. Continually enhance communication among peers and foster an environment of trust and teamwork.

Monitor new technologies and assess their potential for new products or services or other applications for the business. Identify digital opportunities and risks, and educate the organization on digital best practices in the industry.

Build productive partnerships with joint venture partners, key stakeholders, and vendors, to enable digital strategy execution. Facilitate open communication and discussion between stakeholders, providing informed feedback to assess and promote understanding and cooperation, including the transfer of information and intelligence.

Contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the long-term strategic business plan, including budgeting and resource management.

Qualification

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Information architectureDigital strategyEmerging technologiesCloud computingMicrosoft AzureEnterprise architectureDesign principlesStakeholder managementArchitecture team experienceSoftware developmentSystems engineeringStaff managementBusiness change projectsDatabase managementCyber security risk managementCloud practitioner certificationTOGAF certificationPrince2 certificationPMP certificationAgile project managementSolutions architecture experienceEducational technologyBudget managementRecruiting technical teams

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or the equivalent years of experience managing enterprise IT functions

Strong understanding of information architecture and design principles, including knowledge of design patterns, best practices, and industry standards

An all-rounder with broad knowledge across all technical and non-technical aspects of technology architecture and design, including maintaining an awareness of wider industry trends

Strong understanding of digital strategy, emerging technologies, and their application in a business context

Strong knowledge of cloud computing systems and technologies, preferably Microsoft Azure

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Proficient in managing multiple stakeholders and balancing diverse requirements

Strong leadership skills; ability to influence and guide the team toward a common goal

Able to work with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to a nontechnical audience

Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Experience working as part of an architecture team to develop and improve architectural framework, practice, and governance process

Significant experience in software development, systems engineering, or a similar role

Proven experience managing enterprise and solution-level architectures in a small to mid-sized organization

Experience managing staff that report directly to you

Experience managing complex business change projects involving third-party vendors

Experience in database management

Some experience in cyber security risk management

Preferred

Master's degree in computer science or a related field

Cloud practitioner certification, The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) certification, or related technical certification(s)

Prince2 or PMP project management qualification, and/or Agile project management qualification

Understanding of assessment

Knowledge of educational technology

Some experience managing solutions architecture within the high-stakes assessment industry

Some experience managing a budget

Experience recruiting and managing strong technical teams

Company

University of Michigan

Glassdoor

4.3

The University of Michigan is a public research university that offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs.

Founded in 1817

Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.umich.edu

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