Technical Architect
Found in: beBee jobs CA - 2 weeks ago
Gather and analyze technological needs, propose targeted improvements in technologies and processes; design, implement and optimize the architecture relating to a technological domain and/or a number of related technological domains, and align this architecture with the enterprise architecture to maintain the availability, performance, integrity, security and quality of the IT landscape at a high level, in order to offer optimal support to the technologies/systems and consequently to the business processes of the customer, its subsidiaries and customers.
MAIN ACTIVITIES
Design and implementation of architectural guidelines and standards within an existing architectural framework:
Ensures performance, high availability and disaster recovery of deliverables
selects technology based on functional requirements and in compliance with technology standards
implements best practices, in line with the IT roadmap and strategic vision
enhances business cases based on technological architectural expertise
monitors the landscape relating to the technological domain of his/her expertise
enriches the architectural technology roadmap on the basis of its technological expertise:strategic, tactical in terms of quality and cost-effectiveness
specifies the technical aspects of specifications for IT purchases and for the technical evaluation of bids
proactively formulates proposals for technological improvements to optimize the maintainability, stability and performance of the IT landscape
validates proposed solution concepts
Communication and consultation: create a basis and overcome the distance between technical technical, functional and project stakeholders:
provides input, based on its own expertise, on the scope, timetable and budget, and communicates these to the Architecture Board for validation where appropriate
reviews project definitions and statutes with project managers
attends various consultation forums (management, experts, architects, etc.);
communicates existing needs, opportunities for improvement, etc.
communicates enterprise architecture vision and standards
Knowledge management: monitor trends and developments in the business sector in order to pursue a coherent, high-performance IT architecture in line with IT strategy and the evolution of the area of expertise:
examine the applicability of new technologies (including conceptual demonstrations) conceptual demonstrations)
participates in the development of knowledge management
encourages active knowledge sharing
represents the organization at various IT architecture forums
monitors market developments
makes an active contribution to the changes required to further professionalize professionalization and quality improvement of service provision
CRITERIA
Area of responsibility
Design, documentation and implementation of architectural standards and guidelines within an existing architectural framework
Provision of framework contract and project expertise
Implementation of standard methods and guidelines for developments/configurations
Creation of a basis and establishment of a rapprochement between technical, functional and project stakeholders, functional and project stakeholders
Active monitoring of trends and developments in the field of expertise Possible consequences of erroneous decisions and/or poorly implemented activities:
(in)direct repercussions on the performance, operation and financial costs of applications and general business processes, resulting in additional financial costs
(In)direct repercussions on project execution (costs, deadlines, feasibility, etc.)
(In)direct impact on the operation and maintenance of the application within the allocated technology domains, and related financial costs
Knowledge and complexity
Master's level or equivalent through experience
5-10 years' relevant professional experience
Integration period of a few months
Knowledge of project methods
Knowledge of management processes
Knowledge of databases, security, infrastructure within assigned technology domains
In-depth knowledge of five-year forward planning
Knowledge of modeling methods
In-depth knowledge of several technologies (such as IP, SAP, networks or automation)
Knowledge of the organization's internal (working) structure and procedures
Knowledge of standard and company-specific software
Expert knowledge of Active Directory, Exchange, Azure, SMTP, PKI, certificates
Problem solving
Able to provide input (e.g. propose optimizations) based on technological expertise and up-to-date knowledge of market developments.
Ability to convert functional requirements into technical solutions.
Ability to convince stakeholders.
Demonstrate autonomy in carrying out own tasks.
Respect corporate architecture, project governance rules and procedures, HR policies and financial procedures.
Call on superior in case of conflicts and escalations, and to obtain information to which the Technical Architect does not have access.
Communication
Internal contacts
Daily to weekly contacts with manager regarding general operations, audits, status, progress and content of projects.
Daily to weekly contacts with the Project Manager regarding project status, progress and content.
Targeted contacts with other business areas, project managers, Business Area Leads regarding the formulation of recommendations, the elaboration and evaluation of RFPs for new projects, and the review of audit results.
Targeted contacts with other architects concerning harmonization of standards and/or internal changes, knowledge sharing, etc.
Contacts, where necessary, with various partners (e.g. Teamleads, Business Area Leads, etc.) to clarify escalations, discuss technology audits, make recommendations on requested items, and prepare various meetings concerning budgets, etc.
External contacts
Targeted contacts with technical partners, suppliers, external firms, etc. concerning deliveries/evolutions, provision of services, RFP development and evaluation, RFI development
RFI, recommendations on items requested, projects reviewed, etc.
Languages
Knowledge of French or Dutch, and English (spoken and written)
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Technical Architect
Found in: beBee S CA - 3 weeks ago
Bruxelles, Canada Sparagus Full timeGather and analyze technological needs, propose targeted improvements in technologies and processes; design, implement and optimize the architecture relating to a technological domain and/or a number of related technological domains, and align this architecture with the enterprise architecture to maintain the availability, performance, integrity, security...