Adv, IT Software Architect

Mercedes-Benz USA

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Pension plan

Mobility offers

Flexible working hours

Employee discounts

Coaching

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Parking

Good transport links

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Cafeteria / Café

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz USA is seeking an Adv, IT Software Architect to oversee cloud and server management across five data center locations and Azure cloud environments in NAFTA. The role supports a transition to cloud-based solutions and expands cloud responsibilities within Infrastructure and Operations.

The ideal candidate will lead architectural initiatives, manage capacity, perform cost projections, and collaborate with regional and global teams to improve efficiency and cost savings.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT related field.
Experience with cloud and data center server management in large orgs.
Proven ability to design Azure cloud and Wintel solutions.

Responsibilities

Oversee Azure Cloud and Wintel server capacity and cost projections.
Manage and monitor servers and backup/retention policies.
Lead architecture work for Enterprise Portfolio and cloud initiatives.
Coordinate tasks across teams and track progress across NAFTA.

Skills

Middleware environments

Operational Systems

Server Administration

E-Technologies Web

Change management

Risk management

Excellent communication

Education

Information Technology

Computer Science/ Computer Engineering

Or similar degree, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certified (AZ-900)

Microsoft Security Compliance Fundamentals (SC-900)

Microsoft Data Fundamentals (DP-900)

Microsoft AI Fundamentals (AI-900)

Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)

Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)

Job description

Mercedes-Benz is USA is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. In our people, you will find tremendous commitment to our corporate values. Our products and employees reflect this dedication. We are looking for diverse top-notch individuals to join the Mercedes-Benz Team and uphold these hallmarks.

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Job Overview

The Adv, IT Software Architect responsible for overseeing Cloud and Server Management activities. The department has experienced an increase in cloud-focused initiatives over the past two years as a result of business strategy and additional project opportunities. There is a strategic plan to transition towards cloud-based solutions, which will expand the organization's presence within the cloud sector as various projects move from datacenter environments to the Azure cloud platform. Additionally, MB NAFTA Regional team now manages server software requirements, representing a new responsibility for the Infrastructure and Operations department. This position covers duties across five Data Center locations as well as cloud environments within NAFTA.

Responsibilities

Azure Cloud and Wintel server capacity management (30%):
Management and monitoring of servers
Managing capacity requests from teams
Providing cost projections on operating system usage
Performing and defining backup solutions and retention policies for applications
Handing all audit related tasks specific to the azure cloud and datacenter environment
Configure azure cloud environment for MB NAFTA Regional applications. Certification of Wintel OS platforms. Monitoring of environments using tools such as VMWare; SolarWinds, cloud native etc. Manage the OS software for all environments. (25%)
Assume lead role on architecting solutions for Enterprise Portfolio Management project, infrastructure project and departmental initiatives that fall under the azure cloud and Wintel domain. Work across application domains to define and implement strategic initiatives from the MB NAFTA Regional IT teams. (20%)
Research and evaluate industry trends and new technologies in server management. Partner with regional and global colleagues to build a discipline around the cloud and server topic. Prepare recommend changes to the existing environment for efficiency and cost savings. (15%)
Assign azure and data specific tasks to other employees and contractors as needed. Track and monitor progress of assignments given. Report status of other services in azure and cloud (5%)

Qualifications

Information Technology
Computer Science/ Computer Engineering
Or similar degree, or equivalent experience

Certifications

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certified (AZ-900)
Microsoft Security Compliance identity Fundamentals Certified (SC-900)
Microsoft Data fundamentals Certified (DP-900)
Microsoft AI fundamentals Certified (AI-900)
Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate Certified (AZ-104)
Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)

Middleware environments
Operational Systems
Server Administration
E-Technologies Web

Change management
Risk management

Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Teamwork

Additional Information

No Sponsorship / Visa Transfer available

Must be capable of dissecting complex problems and breaking it simplified, digestible pieces.

Must be able to work flexible hours/work schedule,

Work Holidays when required; Work weekends when required.

Travel domestically and internationally when required.

Mercedes-Benz USA is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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