Job Description

Solution Architect Operation Team Reporting to:Functional: Head of Digital OperationsIn-country: Project Manager Job Type:6 months - Key Relationships: Operation Team, Internal & External Partners/Suppliers, Digital Sales Leads, DEB Portfolio Team, Prospects/Customers, Digital Enterprise Architecture Office Critical Dimensions: Owns the digital solution architecture development and delivery of key digital solutions, defines, and delivers customer-facing products/solutions. Main Purpose: The Solution Architect in the Digital Operations team ensures that digital solutions are fit for purpose, performant, and future-focused. This role involves developing and delivering customer-facing products/solutions, managing digital projects, and ensuring alignment with the overall digital strategy. The role requires a blend of technical expertise and project management skills to deliver optimal value to the business and customers. Responsibilities: Solution Architecture:Develop digital solutions by mapping business requirements to system/technical requirements.Translate functional requirements into architecture and design.Ensure cybersecurity is considered in all stages of design.Stay updated on IT, OT, software applications, and innovations.Manage the functional acceptance testing of smart services.Handle internal and external digital integration and vendor management. Project Management:Lead and manage digital projects, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.Support the project manager in managing project revenue, budget, and cash flow.Facilitate the definition of project missions, goals, tasks, and resource requirements.Resolve conflicts within and between projects or functional areas.Present regular reports defining plans, problems, and resolutions. Collaboration and Communication:Build strong relationships with digital sales leads, business partners, and other stakeholders.Act as the interface and point of contact between the project manager, architecture office, and the customer.Conduct requirements gathering workshops and functional/user testing workshops with end customers.Manage ecosystem and portfolio partners to ensure timely deliveries. Qualifications: Education:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a relevant technology field.Professional certifications in AWS and/or Azure Certified Solution Architect.Professional certification in ITIL, TOGAF, Agile, or PMP.Experience:Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in solution architecture and project management.Strong understanding of IT, software/application, IoT, cloud, IoT platform, and cybersecurity.Experience in Smart building technologies and verticals like healthcare, airport, commercial real estate, higher education, and public sector is a plus.Hands-on experience in Agile and Waterfall methods of project delivery.Skills:Excellent communication and presentation skills.Ability to build positive relationships across diverse groups.Strong acumen to fit portfolio/solutions to customer problems.Keen interest in emerging technologies to support and improve consumer experience. Role Essentials Ability to work remotely, independently, and in different time zones.Strong reading, writing, and presentation skills in English.Organized, attention to detail, and adaptable.Positive attitude and ability to face new challenges daily.

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