VP, Solution Architect
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: New York
Posted on: October 17, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description:Role Summary/Purpose:The VP, Solution Architect
is responsible for the technical stewardship of multiple software
development projects or programs. This experienced architect
possesses the skills to take prompt decisions, lead a team of
developers, manage deadlines and other technical problems. The
Solution Architect must have a balanced mix of technical and
business skills and often works with enterprise architects for
strategic direction.The VP, Solution Architect needs significant
people and process skills, with ability to communicate complex
ideas and issues in simple terms to project teams, external
clients, and often senior management. They also need to deeply
understand the business processes to create a cohesive vision of
the products and services.We're proud to offer you choice and
flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have
the option to work from home, near one of our Hubs or come into one
of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our
nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business
or team meetings, training and culture events.Essential
Responsibilities:
- Build and integrate information and computer systems that meet
specific needs, typically involving integration of the software and
hardware that best meets the purpose defined by an internal or
external client.
- Get involved in a project early, when analysts start developing
requirements, and then remain involved till the end.
- Examine the current systems architecture, and work with
business and technical staff to recommend solutions that result in
more effective systems.
- Organize the development effort and often provide motivation
and guidance to the entire development team during the SDLC.
- The VP, Solution Architect ensures the execution of the vision
by providing direction to the designers and developers on how to
build the prescribed solution.
- Select the most appropriate technology for a problem, and
balance architectural concerns of the project with the business
considerations of the enterprise.
- Be the Lead Solution Architect in business initiatives,
responsible for defining:
- How technology can be used to solve a given business
problem?
- Which framework, platform, or tech-stack that can be used to
create a solution?
- Which patterns, methods and tools will be most effective and
productive?
- How the application will look and feel, what the components
will be, and how they interact with each other?
- How things will scale for the future and how they will be
maintained?
- Figuring out the advantages and risks in third-party
frameworks/platforms?
- Oversee the programming, integration, and testing of software
systems and associated devices.
- Perform other duties and/or special projects as
assigned.Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum 11 years of experience in
multiple IT areas OR, in lieu of degree, High School Diploma/GED 13
years of application development experience
- Minimum of 9 years of full stack development using Spring,
other JEE technologies, API, microservices and UI technologies and
frameworks
- Minimum 7 years of experience in application architecture and
design, with a strong hold on associated patterns, processes, and
tools.
- Minimum 3 years of experience is managing a solution
architecture function.Desired Characteristics:
- Strong working knowledge of fintech Industry as it relates to
consumer financing.
- Deep experience in Micro Services, Micro Frontend
architecture
- Deep Agile expertise
- Critical thinking and creativity
- Experience building and deploying application on Cloud
platforms.
- Working knowledge of API gateways
- Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks like Zachman
or TOGAFGrade/Level:
12------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The
salary range for this position is 110,000.00 - 185,000.00 USD
Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and
company performance.Actual compensation offered within the posted
salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or
knowledge.Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro
and Seattle.Eligibility Requirements:
- You must be 18 years or older
- You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background
investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding
process
- You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of
the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
- New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service
with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles.--
Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the
associate will have a minimum 6 months' time in position before
they can post for future non-exempt roles.-- Employees, level 8 or
greater, must have at least 18 months' time in position before they
can post.-- All internal employees must consistently meet
performance expectations and have approval from your manager to
post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don't meet the
time in position or performance expectations).Legal authorization
to work in the U.S. is required.-- We will not sponsor individuals
for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job
opening.--All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or
veteran status.--Our Commitment:When you join us, you'll be part of
a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and
voice are not only heard-but valued. We celebrate the differences
in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives
is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together,
we're building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn
ideals into action. Through the power of our 8--, with more than
60% of our workforce engaged, you'll find community to connect with
an opportunity to go beyond your passions.This starts when you
choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Reasonable
Accommodation Notice:
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accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please
tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a
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include making a change to the application process or work
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- If you need special accommodations, please call our Career
Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can
be reached at 1-866-301-5627.---- Representatives are available
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Group:Information Technology
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Norwalk , VP, Solution Architect, Executive , New York, Connecticut
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