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Applications Architect
We’re the obstacle overcomers, the problem get-arounders. From figuring it out to getting it done… our innovative culture demands “yes and how!” We are UPS. We are the United Problem Solvers.
About Architecture and Infrastructure at UPS Technology:
Our Architects look at the overall company goals and use their technical skills and strategic thinking to build the strategies that allow these goals to become a reality. If you join our team, you will be involved with developing these strategic plans while also setting standards and developing roadmaps for the future state of our enterprise architecture. We have the business savvy paired with the technical know-how to ensure we continue our innovative and competitive culture.
About this role:
The Applications Architect influences the development and implementation of Information Technology (I.T.) strategy, initiatives, and governing policies. He/She assembles detailed reviews of the enterprise and documents capabilities and conceives approaches to aligning technical solutions with business needs. This position assists in defining the direction for projects and solution architecture. The Applications Architect supports I.S. leadership by planning and championing the execution of broad initiatives aimed at delivering value to internal and external stakeholders. He/She leverages data, technical, and business knowledge to drive the development of capability frameworks at portfolio and enterprise levels. This position is involved throughout the project life cycle with emphasis on the initiation, feasibility, and analysis phases.
The Applications Architect is needed to drive solution architecture for new and existing projects. He/She will provide technical guidance and direction to development teams.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Design solutions with expert Proficiency in Architectural Patterns
- Strong Understanding/Application of Design Patterns, Internet Development Architecture & Design Object Oriented Analysis & Design
- Structured Systems Analysis Experience with Cloud Design and Microservices
- Excellent verbal and writing communication skills
Expert-level proficiency with:
- Architectural Patterns
- ASP .NET Web Programming
- Java Programming
- Big Picture Thinking
- Detail-orientation
- Technical Writing
Advanced-level proficiency with:
- Architectural Patterns
- Architecture and Product Roadmapping
- Cloud Native Design and Microservices
- Cloud Development/Architecture
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors’ and/or Masters’ degrees in Computer Science or related field or the equivalent in work experience
This position offers an exceptional opportunity to work for a Fortune 50 industry leader. If you are selected, you will join our dynamic technology team in making a difference to our business and customers. Do you think you have what it takes? Prove it! At UPS, ambition knows no time zone.
UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law