Enterprise Architect (REMOTE)

IHA; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a strategic Enterprise Architect to lead enterprise-wide architecture initiatives and align IT with the organization’s mission. You will define standards, roadmaps and governance for technology across multiple domains and stakeholders.

The role requires deep experience in healthcare IT, strong communication, and ability to operate in a collaborative, multi-site environment with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5–7 years of progressive experience with comprehensive knowledge of hardware, software, application, and systems engineering in at least two IT disciplines.
• At least five years of experience in the health care industry and two years in enterprise solution architecture in one or more IT specialty areas.
• Advanced to expert technical knowledge and understanding of architecture, applications, systems design and integration.

Responsibilities

• Directs and facilitates enterprise solution architecture for specific initiative by understanding the current state, articulating the desired future state, identifying the gaps between the two, and creating principles and implementation models to close the gaps.
• Facilitates the development of and documents enterprise standards guiding principles, designs, roadmaps, plans and position papers that direct the selection, development, implementation and use of Information Technology within the enterprise.
• Researches IT industry and market trends to determine their potential impacts on the enterprise and relates to future operations and projects needs.
• Designs, develops and manages the processes of backend hardware forecasting for organization's mission critical applications.
• Consults on application and infrastructure projects to fit them to enterprise big picture. Performs enterprise architecture review processes for IT Service Lifecycle Management.

Skills

Enterprise architecture principles

Strategic thinking

Verbal communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems

Job description

Description

Provides direction, guidance and definition of enterprise-wide architecture to effectively support the corporate business strategy. Researches, analyzes, designs, proposes and delivers solutions that are appropriate for the business and technology strategies across multiple IT functional areas. Develops policies, standards, guidelines and governance that direct the selection, development, implementation and use of information technology within the organization. Facilitates backend hardware forecasting for multiple mission critical systems

Employment Type

Full time

Essential Functions

• Directs and facilitates enterprise solution architecture for specific initiative by understanding the current state, articulating the desired future state, identifying the gaps between the two, and creating principles and implementation models to close the gaps.
• Facilitates the development of and documents enterprise standards guiding principles, designs, roadmaps, plans and position papers that direct the selection, development, implementation and use of Information Technology within the enterprise.
• Researches IT industry and market trends to determine their potential impacts on the enterprise and relates to future operations and projects needs. Analyzes the current business and IT environment to detect critical deficiencies and provides options for improvement.
• Designs, develops and manages the processes of backend hardware forecasting for organization's mission critical applications.
• Consults on application and infrastructure projects to fit them to enterprise big picture. Performs enterprise architecture review processes for IT Service Lifecycle Management.
• Knows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the mission, vision and values of Trinity Health in leadership behaviors, practices and decisions.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws/regulations; the Trinity Health Integrity and Compliance Program and Code of Conduct; as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive experience with comprehensive knowledge of hardware, software, application, and systems engineering in at least two (2) IT disciplines (such as strategic planning, solution architecture, technology architecture, network management, security management, change management, application development, middleware design, information analysis, database management, project management and operations management).
• At least five (5) years of experience in the health care industry and two (2) years in enterprise solution architecture in one or more IT specialty areas.
• Advanced to expert technical knowledge and understanding of architecture, applications, systems design and integration.
• Knowledge of healthcare processes and data linkages across clinical, financial, and patient administrative areas in acute care and outpatient settings.
• Ability to see how parts interact with the whole (big picture thinking). Knowledge of multiple components of enterprise architecture. Demonstrate knowledge of business re-engineering principles and processes. Basic knowledge of financial analysis and models.
• Proficient analytical, critical thinking, trouble-shooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient innovation, planning and organization skills.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate complex technology concepts to executive management.
• Proficient interpersonal skills, including teamwork, collaboration, facilitation and negotiation, as well as emotional intelligence, including self awareness, self managemnet, relationship management, and ability to manage conflict.
• Must be comfortable in a team environment; must be comfortable in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Trinity Health.

Physical And Mental Requirements And Working Conditions

This position operates in a typical office environment. The area is well-lit, temperature controlled and free from hazards. Incumbent communicates frequently, in person and over the phone, with people in all locations on product support issues. Manual dexterity is needed in order to operate a keyboard. Hearing is needed for extensive telephone and in person communication. The environment in which the incumbent will work requires the ability to concentrate, meet deadlines, work on several projects at the same time and adapt to interruptions. The incumbent must be capable of traveling in the course of completing project and training assignments. In order to meet deadlines, over time may be required.

Must be able to adapt to frequently changing work assignments and priorities. Must be able to tolerate frequent interruptions.

Must be able to travel to the various Trinity Health sites (20%) as needed (may or may not apply).

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.