Description
We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.
Summary :
The Sr. IT Solution Architecture Manager works closely with project teams, technical specialists, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality architectures for global initiatives. The Sr. IT Solution Architecture Manager’s primary focus will be on enabling business agility and operational efficiency by developing and maintaining technology principles, roadmaps, design patterns, and standards. This position will also ensure that solution designs conform to enterprise architecture guidelines and meet functional, security, and compliance requirements.
This role is hands-on, involving active collaboration with cross-functional teams to :
- Develop detailed technical designs for new systems and enhancements.
- Lead the evaluation and selection of technologies and platforms for specific solutions.
- Address current and future challenges in the IT landscape by applying best practices in architecture and solution delivery.
Requirements :
Designs solution architectures for a wide range of systems, including cloud and on-premises applications, business analytics, integration, collaboration, project management, and ERP, ensuring good overall design and fit of the solution into the overall systems landscape while adhering to architectural principles.Provides deliverables like standard definitions, reference models, and architecture designs to support architectural governance to assess the impact of new and ongoing technology investment on the business and IT estate.Understands the cross-functional IT architecture while having subject matter expertise and the ability to communicate its role and importance to the business.Produces and maintains architecture roadmaps and designs patterns and standards to support the successful delivery of IT solutions and business objectives.Acts as a design authority for all solution architecture matters through producing and reviewing solution proposals covering client, on-premises, and cloud-hosted solutions.Works closely with the Global Architecture function to enable the governance and development of the design review board and ensure all material technology change is assessed and endorsed by our Technical Design Authority.Maps business needs against the capabilities of relevant technology solutions to ensure that architecture proposals are documented and provided for IT or business-driven change activities.Ensures cost optimization and re-uses practices are applied to ‘AS-IS’ and ‘TO-BE’ IT architecture solutions to maximize the benefits returned from the RES technology landscape in line with business objectives.Shapes and gains buy-in to the IT Strategy and supporting standards, roadmaps, and design patterns across IT teams and business stakeholders.Evaluates emerging technologies and recommend those that will increase performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Provides expert Architecture advice (directly or via line manager) to the IT Steering Board and regional leadership in support of developing a technology solution to deliver business objectives and targets.Promotes, communicates, and ingrains the application of good solution architecture practices and patterns within IT and business change projects through collaboration with key stakeholders, partners, and customers.Ensures solution architecture proposals align with principles and practices contained in the RES Cyber Security Framework.Develops proposals for investment to align RES IT change that improve the RES IT landscape and its capabilities to RES IT and strategic business goals.Supports the definition and selection of enterprise technology and solutions.Provides leadership for a regional team of architects, ensuring alignment with the global architecture team performance and standards.Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures.Present, support, and lead-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.Safety :
Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.Leads by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct “at risk” behaviors.Adheres to and ensures all site team members understands standard operating procedures.Leads and supports the site team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing system in place.Leadership :
Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.Manages one or more direct reports.Participates in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team.Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.Demonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group.Employee Development : Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.Conducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others.Conducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines.Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree inmanagement of information systems or related area or equivalent years’ experience is required.TOGAFcertification preferred.5 years of solution architect experience is required.2 years of management experience is preferred.4 years of construction or utility industry experience is preferred.Experience building strategic partnerships, and business acumen.Critical thinking, problem, solving, and stakeholder engagement.Ability to travel 5-15%.Knowledge of TOGAF and other common architectural practices.Ability to produce and maintain technology roadmaps at the enterprise and at the capability level.Extensive knowledge of solution architecture in relation to IT systems and infrastructure.Extensive knowledge of good practice in relation to the design, implementation, and operation of enterprise IT environments.Knowledge of IT governance processes covering financial management, project management, compliance, and IT risk management.Experienced with formal project management methodologies : waterfall and agile.Excellent knowledge and experience of architecture focusing on the Application domain but spanning Data, Business and Technical.Proven experience managing and partnering with 3rd party suppliers.In-depth understanding Architecture Framework good practice (TOGAF / Zachman)Understanding of IT marketplace trends.Proven ability to engage, build strong relationships, influence, and partner with stakeholders across functions and geographies.Display high level of analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to assimilate complex information, to facilitate escalation and resolution of issues.Thorough, and tenacious focus on delivering successful business outcomes.Credible and capable; able to quickly build the confidence in senior managers and peers.Passionate about technology and how it can improve the customer experience.A dynamic individual, with strong, proven delivery skills. Unafraid of taking decisions and happy to take accountability.Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills - A capable negotiator, both internally and with third parties.An ability to shape IT direction and translate strategy into action.An individual of integrity who will respect and demonstrate RES values (Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, Excellence). Sensitive and intuitive, whilst displaying gravitas and credibility.Self-motivated, able to lead by example, demonstrating a safety and quality-oriented attitude.Functional competencies include system thinking, responsibility / stewardship, innovation.Anticipated base salary range : $136,000 - $160,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.
RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following :
Medical, Dental and VisionHealth Savings Account with employer contributionFlexible Spending Accounts4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary LifeShort and Long Term DisabilityAccident, Hospital, and Critical Illness401 (k) plan with 6% company match4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid HolidaysTuition Reimbursement and Green Car ReimbursementVolunteer and Charity MatchingPaid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical LeaveEmployee Referral BonusEmployee Discounts and Wellness programsWellness ReimbursementPhysical requirements and environment :
The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Rarely : Climbing, crouching, kneeling, pulling / pushing / lifting between 5-15lbs., and stooping are required.
Occasionally : Carrying 5-15lbs., gripping, handling, pinching, and walking are required.
Frequently : Standing is required.
Constantly : Reading, grasping, hearing, reaching, vision, repetitive motion, and sitting is required.
Rarely exposed to extreme cold, heat, and humidity, and wet climates, in the working environment.
Occasionally exposed to noise and hazards in the work environment.
We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.
Salary : $136,000 - $160,000
