Advisor, technology architecture (Solution architect).

Brief description of the position :

In order to meet the needs of its clients in the IT sector, FOP CONSULTANTS is looking for technology architecture advisor (solution architecture) motivated to carry out mandates. The main missions would be to advise clients on technological architecture choices according to business process orientations, coordinate implementations and knowledge transfer.

Main responsibilities :

Without limitation, the main tasks involve:

• Support and advise clients in the design and implementation of technology architecture projects (solution architecture);
• Perform risk analyzes to identify deployment hazards;
• Issue technological solutions taking into account the technological and business architecture orientations of the clients;
• Lead, as needed, work with the development and technological architecture teams involving the design and optimization of technological solutions. Design and update technological architecture plans;
• Participate in the development of deadlines and deliverables for the various technological architecture projects and then approve them;
• Evaluate offers from cloud computing solution providers and select those that meet the quality/price criteria and customer business needs;
• Prioritize implementation operations according to the budget and associated costs;
• Produce all technical documentation, presentation support and report for training needs;
• Act as an expert with project teams and be the main referent.
• Collaborate with all other stakeholders to make decisions and identify appropriate solutions.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering (computer science, software), or any other related discipline;
• 5 (five) to 15 (fifteen) years of experience in the field of IT;
• Relevant experience of at least 03 (three) years in technology/solution architecture;
• Experience as a solution architecture consultant;
• Experience with Microsoft O365 and Microsoft Azure cloud environments;
• Knowledge of Scrum/Waterfall and conventional agile project management methodologies;
• Knowledge of systems architecture and architecture methodologies (TOGAF);
• Knowledge of virtualized environments and services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), an asset;
• Knowledge of Windows server environments, SQL, etc.;
• Experience with the following programming languages and tools: Power BI, Dynamics 365, SSIS, SSRS, Sharepoint, SQL Server, .Net, C#;
• Good knowledge of computer security;
• Excellent knowledge of the MS Office suite;
• Good communication and writing skills in French and English;

Personal skills :

• Leadership;
• Rigor et discipline;
• (Organize), able to manage several projects;
• Analytical and critical mindset;
• Perseverance;
• Humility.

What we offer :

In order to allow the full development of our team members, FOP CONSULTANTS guarantee the support and comfort necessary for the achievement of their mandate. The main advantages offered are as follows:

• Competitive wages;
• Group insurance;
• Professional insurance;
• Remote work, according to the customer needs;
• Vacations: 3 weeks;
• Paid sick leave: 3 days;
• Monthly transportation fees;
• Career advancement opportunity;
• Continuing education.