IT Solution Architect | Value Based Care IT & Analytics | Full Time

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Solution architecture is the process of developing solutions based on predefined processes, guidelines, and best practices with the objective that the developed solution fits within the enterprise architecture in terms of information architecture, system portfolios, integration requirements and many more. As an I.T. Solution Architect this position will be responsible for collaborating across teams to plan and design I.T solutions and services. The candidate's responsibilities will range from global planning and project execution, to maintaining the Enterprise Architecture Repository. The candidate will coordinate with functional Architects, I.T. Managers, Project Managers and Vendors to deliver solution designs to leadership for approval as part of the Henry Ford Health I.T. project lifecycle.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Owns the solution design deliverables in support of large complex I.T. Projects.
• Design and implement Enterprise Architecture repository - Project Design Assets, Technology Standards, Risks Tracking, Score Cards, SBARS, Technical Strategy, Quoting Templates, RFI Responses.
  
  
  
  • Manage Enterprise Architecture repository workflow including change management.
  • Enterprise Architecture repository annual audit/cleanup.
  
  
  
  
• Own enterprise architecture standards lifecycle.
• Integrate Disaster Recovery into all aspects of solution design work.
• Ability to create formal executive level summaries and recommendations.
• Ability to work well in a "weak matrix" environment is a must, collaborating closely with other technical architects will be a primary role for this position.
• Ability to review complex IT infrastructure deliverables, provide direction, ensure concurrence between technical teams.
• Stays current on technology trends, future releases, vendor roadmaps, product lifecycles. Recommends upgrades and new technology that can bring enhanced functionality, cost savings and reduced risk to Henry Ford Health.
• Formally documents and raises all technology risks, work with functional architects and vendors to design, document, and implement exceptions to system standards. (i.e., software out of support, capacity issues, stability issues, security issues, nonstandard vendor requirements, etc.)
• Mentor I.T. Architects and System Engineers. Create learning opportunities and work with Engineers to map out career paths into the Architecture space.