Solution Architect

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated SOLUTION ARCHITECT for a REMOTE opportunity!

Position Title: SOLUTION ARCHITECT

Location: REMOTE

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 3+ Months with potential to long term

Job Type: CONTRACT (%3D40 HRS WEEKLY)/ [CONTRACT], [REMOTE]

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description: (Required Skills):

* A Bachelor's, degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related discipline. While an advanced degree is preferred, the value is placed on the extent of the relevant experience and accomplishments

* 10+ years Industry experience, in architecture and delivery of software products and solutions using general programming technologies (.net, C#, ASP.net, JavaScript).

* 3+ years of experience designing and implementing off-prem public cloud (AWS) environments and architectures and operational models. Including developing cloud-ready solutions, like active-active and geo/regional resiliency with near zero RPO & RTO.

* 3+ years of experience with IaaS, 2+ Years with PaaS and experience with SaaS offerings

* 2+ years of experience with Public Cloud migrations

* In-depth architectural understanding of AWS and expertise with cloud native design patterns and DevOps principles (Infrastructure as Code).

* Strong knowledge of Cloud Infrastructure, preferably designing and implementing off-prem cloud (AWS) or on-prem/private cloud virtualized architectures and solutions, including active-active and geo/regional resiliency with near zero RPO & RTO

* Strong experience in Relational and NoSQL databases (Aurora/ DynamoDB / SQL Server)

* Strong experience developing with .Net framework.

* Strong experience in Angular/Angular JS, React JS and Node JS.

* Container experience with Docker and Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms

* Experience with architecting large microservices based solutions.

* Experience with data modeling and normalization concepts.

* Experience with data visualizations tools like SSRS, PowerBI & Tableau.

* Experience architecting and building data marts, warehouses, etc.

* Experience working with different query languages (i.e. PL-SQL, T-SQL).

* Experience working with code repositories and continuous integration (i.e. Git, Jenkins, etc.)

* Understanding of development and project methodologies.

* Strong experience in leading architecture activities like designing, roadmap, & proof-of-concepts.

* Ability to manage multiple customers, complex projects, and multiple initiatives

* Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, ability to handle diverse situations, multiple initiatives and rapidly changing priorities.

• Accepts and manages ambiguity and complexity:
• Articulate architecture proposals relevant to the audience:
• Bachelor's, degree in Computer Science or Business Information Systems: Yes
• Communication skills
• Consultative skills
• Deals effectively with change barriers and project constrains
• Designing architecture, leading POCs, leading implementation efforts
• Development in Microsoft development environment experience: 3 years
• Experience with AD, Exchange, Lync: Yes
• Experience with IP Networking, WAN Routers, LAN switches, Telephony:Yes
• Experience with IT infrastructure and/or Internet companies
• Experience with Microsoft platform technologies:3 years
• Experience with Microsoft Visio, Word and PowerPoint
• Experience with OS: Windows, AIX, UNIX, VMWare: Yes
• Experience with private cloud IT tools, automation, and service management platforms and functions
• Experience with SAP, BizTalk: Yes
• Experience with SharePoint, IIS, SQL: Yes
• Experience with the Microsoft System Center tools suite
• Experience works on projects that span entire IT segments
• Exposure to hosting environments such as AIX, Linux, Windows Server, Sun Servers, HP Servers: Yes
• Guides others through change process that may be needed due to introduction of new technology
• Identify the need to revise scope and requirements
• IT field experience: 5 years
• Knowledge and understanding of web concepts, technology, and tools
• Knowledge of enterprise strategies and project management processes
• Leading the solution design process
• Listening skills
• Microsoft Office Experience-Build presentations using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Multi-tasking sills
• Networking skills
• Presentation skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Professionalism
• Proficiency with the tools and techniques of quantitative analysis & presentation of results
• Teamwork skills
• Time management skills
• Understanding of computer networks, software and database design, development and implementation
• Understanding of design principles for solutions
• Working independently

Benefits: BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 231499 when responding to this ad.