Solution Architect

ASSA ABLOY is a global leader in access solutions, dedicated to shaping the future of security and convenience. With a rich heritage spanning over 150 years, ASSA ABLOY has built a reputation for delivering innovative and reliable locking and access control solutions. Their diverse portfolio includes well-known brands like Yale, HID Global, and Mul-T-Lock, offering a comprehensive range of products and services to meet the unique needs of customers worldwide. From residential and commercial buildings to critical infrastructure and healthcare facilities, ASSA ABLOY's cutting-edge technologies ensure safety, security, and seamless user experiences. With a commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction, ASSA ABLOY continues to drive advancements in access solutions for a safer and more connected world.

SUMMARY:

The Solution Architect (SA) works within a targeted domain and focuses on the conversion of requirements into an architecture and design.  The SA leverages experience in developing the blueprint for an IT solution, consistent with company standards and industry best practices.  Responsibilities include working with business users to define the project scope; developing architecture and detail design; formulating and executing project plans. 

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Reviews and analyzes existing applications programs and programs in development to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of those programs. 
• Identify, research and recommend information technology solutions that may benefit the organization
• Oversees and reviews work of development personnel and gives technical support and guidance. 
• Work with development team to build high level project schedule and resource plans to convert requirements into actionable scope of work
• Identify technical risks and provide mitigation strategies
• Develop and finalize solution proposal and/or presentation of recommended solution
• Function as Technical Project Manager, and maintain oversight throughout solution delivery
• Performs analysis oversight during initial design and problem solving of programming assignments. 
• Seek out opportunities to partner with and mentor less-experienced teammates, and to share leading practices and help strengthen capabilities
• Conduct research on emerging technologies in support of systems development efforts, and recommend technologies that will increase cost effectiveness and systems flexibility. 

RELATIONSHIPS/CONTACTS

• Reports directly to the Manager, Application Development.
• Works with employees at all levels of the organization.  

QUALIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet expectations of each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required

EDUCATION

Preferred undergraduate degree in computer science, information systems, business or related field and/or equivalent work experience.

EXPERIENCE:

A Minimum of 8 years combined progressive experience with requirements gathering, solution design, software development and project management.  A minimum 4 years leading development teams in a business production environment

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND/OR ABILITIES

• Extensive knowledge of software development life cycle. 
• Experience in handling application architectural and design considerations such as performance, scalability, re-usability and flexibility. 
• A patient listener, with excellent communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to lay audiences.
• Self-starter with the ability to appropriately prioritize and plan complex work in a rapidly changing environment
• Results oriented with ability to produce solutions that deliver measurable organizational benefit
• Proficiency with some combination of SQL, .NET, RPG, Java 
• Prefer someone that has experience with Azure pipelines and SaaS, JAVA, REACT.
• Team player with experience leading and collaborating cross-team to ensure successful delivery of solutions
• Ability to develop solution designs, and develop actionable project plans, following SDLC practices
• Has to be a good fit for the team with the ability to lead a team technically and drive change.
• Demonstrated expertise in multi-tiered application development, and familiarity with developing large scale and volume-based applications.
• Ability to comply and enforce compliance of all state and federal regulations, Company standards, and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct. 

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.