Solutions Architect

We're hiring a Solutions Architect!

About the opportunity

The Role: As a Solutions Architect, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing IT solutions tailored to our evolving business needs. You will focus on translating business requirements into high-performing, scalable, and technically feasible solutions. Success in this role is measured by the impact your designs have on the business and the effective execution of these solutions.

Employee Value Proposition: Be part of an ambitious re-platforming initiative that will leverage the best-in-class technologies like AWS, Kafka, Spring Framework, and Kubernetes. Your architectural expertise will be pivotal in building this foundation from scratch, giving you the opportunity to directly influence the organization's digital transformation.

What you will accomplish (KPIs):

• Successfully design and implement 3-5 solutions that result in tangible positive business outcomes within the first year.
• Ensure all proposed architectures are technically sound, scalable, and aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead the solution design process, delivering on time and within scope.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with project teams, product teams, and various stakeholders to develop project proposals, conduct proofs-of-concept, and ensure successful delivery.
• Strategic Alignment: Ensure solutions align with technology standards, industry models, and design objectives, as defined by enterprise architecture and the CTO.
• Technical Design: Assess business requirements to identify and implement optimal software, integration technologies, and system architectures.
• Innovation & Efficiency: Identify and recommend emerging technologies in eCommerce, hosting, and integration sectors to enhance efficiencies and improve security.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Facilitate collaboration with Lines of Business (LOBs), enterprise architects, security, data engineering, and IT delivery to ensure successful program execution.

Performance-Based Qualifications:

• Educational Foundation: High school diploma or GED is required. A Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience will equip you to deliver complex solutions effectively.
• Proven Expertise:
• 10+ years of experience in a systems or solutions architect role, showcasing your ability to design and implement high-impact, scalable solutions across Business, Data, Application, and Technology domains.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that meet or exceed business needs and KPIs.
• Proven track record of aligning technology solutions with organizational goals, achieving measurable improvements in efficiency, performance, and security.
• Strong ability to innovate and optimize systems using cutting-edge technologies, resulting in enhanced productivity, reduced costs, and business growth.
• Technical Mastery:
• Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA): Demonstrated ability to design and deliver successful SOA-based solutions that streamline operations and drive business results.
• AWS Cloud Infrastructure: Proven experience in utilizing AWS to create high-performing, secure, and scalable cloud-based architectures that meet business objectives.
• Kubernetes & Kafka: Expertise in Kubernetes for container orchestration and Kafka for real-time data streaming, ensuring efficient, resilient, and scalable solutions.
• Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS): Hands-on experience delivering seamless data connectivity and process automation through iPaaS solutions, leading to optimized workflows and reduced operational costs.
• Solution-Oriented Skills:
• Spring Boot & Microservices: Proficient in Spring Boot, enabling you to architect and deliver microservices-based applications that are robust, maintainable, and aligned with business needs.
• JavaScript & Next.js: Working knowledge of JavaScript frameworks, particularly Next.js and component-driven architecture, to develop scalable and maintainable digital solutions.
• Content Management Systems (CMS): Familiarity with CMS development that supports smooth, scalable content delivery across platforms.
• Security & User Experience Enhancements:
• Single Sign-On (SSO): Experience in SSO implementation to enhance secure user authentication and streamline access management for improved user experience and operational efficiency.
• Best Practices & Governance:
• Track record of reviewing solutions and validating design patterns to ensure consistency with industry best practices, organizational standards, and performance optimization.

About Plexus

Plexus Worldwide is a leading direct-sales company founded in Scottsdale, Arizona, where it remains a top employer and economic driver. For the past 16 years, Plexus has been focused on igniting hope, health, and happiness through its science-backed nutritional products, skincare, and an exciting home-based entrepreneurial opportunity.

As a 6-time Best Places to Work winner, the company enjoys a solid organizational culture and deeply commits to giving back to communities in need.

Our Core Values

We contribute to the overall growth and success of Plexus by embracing the Plexus core values:

• We are One Plexus.
• We are accountable.
• We get the job done right.
• We empower others.

Benefits

• 401k program with a company match and immediate vesting.
• Quarterly bonuses based on company profitability.
• Weekly drawings for gift cards and cash.

To learn more about Plexus Worldwide go to https://plexusworldwide.com/careers.

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