What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Architect position at DeWinter Group?
Contract Role - 6 months (possibly longer)
Hybrid: 2-3 days (Ann Arbor, MI or Palo Alto, CA)
Pay Rate - $60-$80/hr
My client is seeking a highly motivated, skilled and experienced System Architect with a strong foundation in systems engineering and design principles. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of complex systems that meet the needs of our organization. This role requires a deep understanding of system integration, interoperability, and architecture frameworks.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Systems Design and Architecture
- Create detailed system architecture models and design specifications to guide system development and integration.
- Align system architectures with business goals and requirements.
- Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to ensure the highest quality product platform.
Systems Engineering
- Apply systems engineering principles and methodologies to analyze and solve system design challenges.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system designs and architectures.
Integration and Interoperability:
- Design and implement integration strategies to ensure seamless interoperability between systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve architecture-related issues during the development lifecycle.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Proven experience as a System Architect, Systems Engineer, or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of system architecture frameworks
- Proficiency in designing complex systems with a focus on scalability, performance, and security.
- Experience with systems integration and interoperability practices.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Familiarity with interfaces such as REST, DDS, gRPC etc
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years as a system architect / engineer, preferable in the automotive industry
- In depth knowledge of software stacks in the automotive domain
- Understanding of typical E/E architecture and familiarity with standard vehicle architecture.
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Certifications in architecture frameworks or cloud platforms.
Salary : $60 - $80
