Technical Architect

Position Objective:
The Technical Architect is responsible for successfully designing and managing the integration of cloud based solutions and technologies.  The role will be responsible for integrations, extensions, features and designing solutions using the various technologies that Model Metrics leverages.  Today these technologies include salesforce.com, force.com (API, APEX & Visual Force), Adobe Flex, AWS and Google as well as ETL technologies and best practices.  It also  requires that the technical architect maintain a high degree of understanding of the various components of the cloud-computing ecosystem.  This role will work closely with Project Managers, Senior Business Analysts and directly with clients to architect technology solutions needed to drive alignment of client needs. The Technical Architect will have ownership of the solution from end to end, and will be responsible for translating functional requirements into a technical solution.  The Technical Architect would also be responsible for overseeing the development team on the project and confirming that the solution meets the specifications and standards defined. The Technical Architect will work to become the trusted advisor to the client at all levels.    

Qualifications (Desirable):

  • Passion for technology and continuous technical education to keep up with trends
  • Knowledge of enterprise systems, CRM, SFA, and ERP

Knowledge, Skills & Experience (Essential):

  • Bachelors Degree required in Business, Computer Science, Software Engineering
  • 8+ years experience in developing technology solutions
  • 5+ years experience in managing external client projects in positions of increasing responsibility in the delivery of business consulting, systems development, and systems.
  • Proven ability to design and optimize business processes and to integrate business processes across disparate systems
  • Experience with Enterprise Integration tools.
  • Extensive experience with Extract, transformation and load tools
  • Demonstrated deployments of enterprise software systems using industry standard environments including XML, Java, C++, and/or .Net
  • Ability to effectively communicate to internal and external clients
  • Experience developing custom end user systems
  • Experience overseeing team members
  • A thorough understanding of XML, SQL, and enterprise application integration
  • Excellent analysis skills and the ability to develop processes and methodologies
  • Detail-oriented individual with the ability to rapidly learn and take advantage of new concepts, business models, and technologies 
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast environment  
  • Ability to take initiative and play a leadership role in projects simultaneously
  • Ability to meet deliverable timelines

Knowledge, Skills & Experience (Desirable):

  • Experience with a professional consulting organization (e.g., Big 5 consulting) 
  • Extraordinary client facing skills with the ability to solve the clients’ needs and manage scope in a positive way.
  • Ability to organize and lead client sessions that involve non-technical resources that result in clear requirements and technical design.
  • Ability to generate client signoff and commitment to these designs and the solution

If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, tell us why you are an A-Player and what qualities you bring to the table: hr@modelmetrics.com