Solution Architect
Recruiter
Evolution Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Listed on
14th November 2019
Location
Witney
Type
Permanent
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The Solutions Architect is one half of a strong partnership with a Project Manager. In this role you will split your time between technical leadership and oversight, technical pre-sales support and small development tasks. The expected technical skill set is that of a senior-level developer (at least four years' experience at this level), though typically a Solutions Architect will focus primarily on smaller development tasks to be able to better support the project team and Project Manager.Responsibilities:
The role reports to the Development Manager and involves a range of skills and activities across the project lifecycle, including:
Partner with a Project Manager to lead and mentor a team of developers within a Project TeamInterpret project requirements and providing technically robust solutions in-line with project delivery approachFunction as a cross-project consultant, providing advice and making autonomous decisions regarding technical approachBe an active participant in client workshops, specification writing, detailed effort estimation and collaboration with key teams to define the solution architectureTechnical pre-sales and consultancySkills
Previously worked in a Solution/Technical Architect or Senior Developer role within an agency environment, for at least four yearsExtensive commercial experience of developing mobile-optimised ASP .Net CMS and ecommerce websitesDemonstrable experience of technically leading such projects successfully to conclusion, on time/budget, to specificationPreviously defined and written detailed functional and technical specifications for medium and large-scale solutions (£200k+)Experience providing detailed task breakdowns and accurate estimation for the technical areas of website deliveryOrganised, self-motivated and ambitious with a desire to lead a team of talented developers to create cutting edge websitesExcellent communication, consulting and client-facing skills, interfacing with both technical and non-technically focused clientsDesirable:
Familiarity with kentico, or another enterprise CMS such as Sitecore or EPiServerExperience scoping and integrating with 3rd party platforms, e.g. ERP, CRM, PSPsDemonstrate experience of using version control systems e.g. Git.Good awareness of UI Responsive development approaches, and a good understanding of various internet standardsHigh-level understanding of Windows Server and hosting environment aspects such as security, caching and CDNsTo find out more, contact James Dyson from Evolution Recruitment
