Solutions Architect 2

Dormont Manufacturing Co

United States

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Work From Home Flexibility

Paid Time Off

Group Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking a Solutions Architect 2 to define and implement technology solutions primarily using the Microsoft technology stack. This role will link business strategies with IT systems and document architecture models.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in software engineering, focusing on application development and architecture, with strong knowledge of agile methodologies and modern UI technologies. Benefits include work-from-home flexibility and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years in software engineering with 3+ years in application architecture.
Experience with Agile, CI/CD, and DevOps methodologies.
Proven knowledge of Microservices, NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

Drive the definition and design of technology implementations.
Ensure optimal system performance and support application development.
Identify and implement new architectural strategies.

Skills

Application delivery methods

Knowledge of security risks and threats

Familiarity with REST APIs

Experience with JavaScript frameworks

Education

B.A. / B.S. in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Visual Studio

TFS/Git

Azure DevOps

Docker/Kubernetes

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, has an immediate need for a The Solutions (Application) Architect 2 to drive the definition, design and implementation of technology reference implementations, shared components and/or core application frameworks; with primary focus on web and cloud based application services using the Microsoft technology stack, various third party services and proprietary builds. This role will link the business mission, strategy, and processes of an organization to its IT strategy, and documents this using multiple architectural models or views that show how the current and future needs of an organization will be met in an efficient, sustainable, agile and adaptable manner. Ensures that all systems are working at optimal levels and offers support to application development regarding new technologies and system requirements.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without requiring, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Works with members of the architecture portfolio to make recommendations in activities related to the design, development and maintenance of Enterprise Architecture strategies, processes, methodologies and models.
Promotes the development of common reusable enterprise technology solutions while respecting the main principles of Domain Driver Design (DDD).
Assesses the immediate and long term strategic goals of the organization and participates in managing the technology roadmap.
Promotes the adoption of the Security Development Lifecycle (SDL) and integration of it in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) to raise security awareness in application development.
Ensures technology solutions are aligned to solution patterns, application frameworks and the technology roadmap.
Identifies and implements new solutions for research and participate in proof of concept initiatives to explore new architectural strategies.
Responsible for the design, customization, and implementation of robust, secure, scalable systems across n-tier platforms.
Promotes the development of technical infrastructure/architecture and standards.
Supports the new enterprise architecture (called ENCORE) and evaluates roadmaps for opportunity to improve/modernize legacy processes including cloud strategy, DevOps, and technical delivery excellence.
Works with the lines of business, support staff, and technology areas, to design a technical structure based on the existing standards and processes and meets the strategic needs of the business and integrates with other business and IT Processes.
Defines optimal application architecture strategy for migration to the cloud.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: B.A. / B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology strongly preferred (alternate degree with significant IT related and leadership experience may be considered in lieu thereof).
Experience: A minimum of 7 years in software engineering and application development, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in enterprise, application, technical, or information architecture. Proven experience with modern software development environment that is Agile and incorporates CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery) and DevOps. Previous experience with Web UI technologies (e.g., JavaScript, CSS/SCSS/LESS, using MVC, Bootstrap, Kendo UI, JQuery). Experience with multiple JavaScript frameworks, including Angular, React, Node.js. Experience with the following platforms/technologies: Microservices, NoSQL, AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker/Kubernetes, Service Fabric and Logic App.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS

Demonstrated technical knowledge of application delivery methods and familiarity with how portfolios of systems work together to create enterprise solutions.
Strong knowledge of security (risks and threats, authentication, authorization, certificates, encryptions) and familiarity with OWASP.
Working knowledge of Visual Studio 2015 or 2017 (or higher), TFS/Git and AzureDevOps.
Familiarity with REST APIs, Dependency Injection, Dapper, test automation components.
Effectively applies technical knowledge to develop technical solutions to new or complex problems that cannot be solved using existing methods or approaches.

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