Associate Architect

The Architect will work with the Solution Architect in deriving the integration and storage technology to be adapted in a particular business capability or a project. Is responsible for building the technology architecture needed for the project to support business need. Adopts proven design patterns and best practices. Creates various views of the solution architecture to support stakeholder understanding. Aids Solution Architects in identifying / evaluating technology stack options to confirm technical feasibility. Keeps abreast of latest trends, design patterns and their applicability.

• Participate in requirement discussions with relevant stake holders. Create various views of the architecture. Adapt relevant techniques in designing the solution meeting the business need. Adapts matured design methodologies resulting in optimal technical architecture.
• Influence project team priorities as well as resolve technical issues
• Adheres to governance framework defined by architecture board and ensures deliverables are compliant.
• Identify key areas of complexity in solution advised and validates results by building PoCs if it is non existent in the enterprise continuum. Creates relevant Confidence Building Measures. Supports RFI/RFPs in technical solution space as required
• Research and evaluate technologies, also be aware of the new trends that align to enterprise needs
• Contributes to initiatives aimed at developing the Solution Architecture teams at SLK. Mentors and Coaches teams on the technology selected for development and how various portions of the solution architecture come together.
• Ensure solutions provided cover all aspects of the business requirement are implementable and hence there is minimum slippage in project timelines due to design faults and no increase in project costs.

1. Degree: B.E\B.Tech\M.Tech\MCA
2. Certifications (if any): Technology related (Ex: Java, Microsoft)

1. Overall (in years): 8 - 10 years
2. Relevant (in years): 2-3 years

• Java/JEE, .Net Family, Web technologies and other open source technologies
• Domains : Banking, Supply chain and Manufacturing
• Products: Oracle, IBM, MS suite of products
• Team collaboration, presentation and negotiation skills.