Solution Architect

TecTammina; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider in New York is seeking an experienced Solution Architect with a strong background in infrastructure development and design. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of IT experience, including 5 years specifically in a Solution Architect role within large organizations. Key skills include proficiency in SAN, VMware, Citrix, and various automation tools. This contract position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, where strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in infrastructure development or related IT domain.
• 5+ years as Solution Architect in large organizations.
• Hands-on experience with multiple technical disciplines.

Skills

SAN

Citrix

VMware

Dell Blade servers

Network

Security

Windows 2003/2008

UNIX/Linux

AIX

Solaris

Hadoop

Netezza

Microsoft Project

Visio

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

MS SharePoint

Automation tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems/computer science/IT

Job description

At least 10 years of proven work experience in Infrastructure development or from a combination of development and another IT domain. A variety of experience across roles is a plus, especially in areas such as application development, Security, Network, storage and data management.

At least 5 years of experience in/as Solution Architect and solution Design in relatively large organizations.

Key Experience and Skills

• At least 5 years of hands‑on experience with two or more of the following disciplines but not limited to: SAN, Citrix, VMware, Dell Blade servers, Network, Security, Windows 2003/2008, UNIX/Linux, AIX, Solaris.
• Hadoop and Netezza.
• Experience with data center consolidation and application migrations.
• Experience with Virtualization in VMWare or UNIX LPAR.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Visio, PowerPoint, Word and Excel with ability to generate documentation and presentations.
• Experience with MS SharePoint and other automation tools is big plus.
• Ability to work as part of a cross‑cultural team including flexibility to support multiple time zones when necessary.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to juggle a broad set of competing functional‑level requirements while also considering the near‑ and long‑term impact on nonfunctional requirements such as performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Leadership and mentorship skills. Interpersonal skills are a must. Demonstrated ability to earn trust from others, to influence their teams in the right direction, and to know when to compromise.
• Strong communication skills: a solution architect needs the ability to communicate across different domains, articulate a solution to all parties, and stitch that solution together.
• Use creativity in applying these skills.

Qualifications

Educational requirements include at least a bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, information technology or a related discipline. Certifications related to system and network architecture through popular technology providers such as Cisco, IBM, HP, EMC, VMWare, BMC, Citrix and Microsoft are an important plus. Previous hands‑on experience in the design, implementation and support of systems and networks are a must.

Additional Information

Job Status: Contract

Email: mahesh(at)tammina.com

Contact: 703-349-1004