We are looking for aSolution Architectto join our client's team on a contract basis. Client for this project is a large globalprofessional services firm.ResponsibilitiesIdentify key business stakeholders and establish communication with;Identify business goals and objectives;Gather primary functionality, quality characteristics of software behavior and given constraints;Elaborate business, information, and technology architectures mapping;An elaborate architecture vision that satisfies architecturally significant requirements, through trade-off analysis, proof of concept implementation, and benchmarking.Set up and manage architecture design and documentation processes;Document and communicate architecture decisions and trade-offs to major stakeholders;Review and validate design decisions made by downstreams and ensure they do satisfy the solution architecture vision.RequirementsFluent English;Commercial experience in software development (more than 7 years);Commercial experience in solution architecture design (more than 3 years);Experience with data management, data integration, and data transformation approaches;Understanding of containerization and orchestration;Understanding SDLC processes and their reasoning;Experience with guiding software development, testing, deployment, and project management;Excellent knowledge in Computer Science, Computing Theory:Architectural & Design Patterns;Paradigm & Principles;Database theory;Code testing practices;Practical experience with:Microservices architecture;Cloud technologies (Microsoft Azure): Azure DevOps; Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS); Azure Databricks; Azure Service Bus;DBMS: Microsoft SQL; MongoDB; .NET 10;Business skills:Excellent client-facing, business consulting, and communication skills;Ability to efficiently communicate verbally and visually.Ability to explain and prove the differences, pros and cons of suggested design decisions.Ability to influence senior client decision makers;Develop long-lasting relationships with business and technical stakeholdersLeading and supporting medium to large size solution delivery projects;Analysis of business, product and technology requirements.DesirableCertifications on: Architecture framework (SEI, TOGAF, etc.);Cloud providers (Microsoft Azure)Delivery processes (SAFe, Agile, etc);Experience with:Release Management tools & Configuration Management tools;Infrastructure as a code toolsExperience in Pre-sales, Proposal/Bid preparation;Databricks experience is a plus.Personal skills:Ability to relate positively to and engage with a wide range of peopleStrong self-motivation, reliable and flexible team-player. High attention to detailsAlways seeking to improve processes and suggest alternative better solutionsBe ready to embrace change, be flexible#J-18808-Ljbffr