Senior Solutions Architect

Company: Fisher Investments
Location: Plano
Posted on: January 10, 2021

Job Description:

OverviewFisher Investments is looking for motivated technologists to support our growing business. Your experience will help assess a collection of associated technology and create multi-year roadmaps. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a difference as we develop scalable solutions to support our global growth, we want to hear from you!The Opportunity:As the Senior Solution Architect, you will plan the architecture and solution design of a collection of systems in a large technology ecosystem. You will guide development teams on how to apply architectural principles and standards to both custom and off-the-shelf software. As a technical expert for our ecosystem you will support a variety of teams. You will report to a Team Leader and partner with multiple teams across technology - including enterprise architecture, infrastructure and operations, vendors, and consultants - to implement the roadmap.You will help align department-wide solutions to Fisher's enterprise priorities. You will survey the technology landscape and guide the evolution of the current environment to support future capabilities and requirements. You will be a part of the team that plans the technology to ensure capacity and scalability as demand and usage evolves.The Day-to-Day:* Ensure the architecture of systems are consistent with enterprise needs* Organize solution and technical architecture review sessions* Mitigate risks by developing solutions in compliance with information security and operational best practices* Oversee optimization of current state architecture with multichannel/digital solutions, process automation, content management, and data management* Develop services, components, standards, and frameworks that support our strategyYour Qualifications:* Minimum of 7 years of experience in software architecture design leadership* BS or equivalent in Computer Science or related field or a combination of technical skills, and a software development background* Experience educating partners on architectural options and trade-offs* Experience with distributed systems and micro-services, API platforms, and related architecture patterns* Experience with Microsoft tools and frameworks, including custom .NET development, SharePoint, and SQL Server* Experience with UML or similar technical languageWhy Fisher Investments:At Fisher Investments, we work for a bigger purpose: bettering the investment universe. From unmatched service to unique perspectives on investing, it's the people that make the Fisher purpose possible. And we invest in them by offering exceptional benefits like:* 100% coverage of premiums for health, vision and dental insurance* A 50% 401(k) match, up to the IRS maximum* 20 days of PTO*, plus 9 paid holidays* 8 weeks paid Primary Caregiver Parental Leave* Back-up Child Care Program available, offering up to 10 days annually* A cumulative learning and development framework customized for every employee* An award-winning work environment - we're Great Place to Work Certified, and Top Workplace winners from The OregonianWe take great pride in our inclusive culture. We value the different perspectives and unique skills you bring to the team - it makes us all better. Success at Fisher Investments is motivated by results, a collaborative mindset and a commitment to accomplishing great things - so if you are ready to do that, we are ready for you! Apply today to be a part of a team environment where you make a difference in the lives of people by bettering the investment universe.* California employees accrue up to 17 days of PTO and 3 days of sick time per year.FISHER INVESTMENTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER#DI

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