Cloud Solution Architect

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Cloud Solution Architect

Role Description:
The Cloud Solution Architect position within P&G Digital Marketing IT team is responsible for defining and realizing Architecture for P&G Digital Solutions (1000+ websites & applications, 2bn outbound communications/yr, 250m CRM contacts) . The role involves definition, design, implementation, adoption of the Architecture and ensuring that all technologies work effectively together and deliver a complete end-to-end ecosystem across all domains. The position requires a strong background in SOA and Cloud technologies (Azure preferred).

Key Responsibilities:
· Define and own Solution Architecture (applications & data technologies) leveraging Azure Cloud environment & service-oriented architecture principles
· Define Logical, Technical & Physical views of Architecture
· Ensure clarity of requirements and address these requirements during Architecture definition. Make sure these are realized during engineering and deployment.
· Define reusable components, frameworks, common schemas, standards & tools to be used
· Mentor and guide Technical Leads & Software Engineer (both internal and external)
· Review application designs to make sure its aligned with the Architecture
· Consult internal application owners & customers on technology choices & feasibility evaluation
Help PM in identifying key technical risks and mitigation plans, effort estimation and planning

Qualifications

· Experience in defining & realizing end-to-end Solution Architecture for large & complex systems
· 5+ years of experience in defining and realizing Service Oriented Architectures
· Experience in designing applications using native Cloud services (Azure preferred)
· Experience with cloud-based services like caching, databases, search, etc.
· Experience in using PaaS and Container platforms (Azure PaaS preferred)
· Experience with Continuous Integration and Delivery
· Proficient in creating technical documentation (architecture blueprints, design specifications)
· Strong experience in at least one RDBMS
· 2+ years of experience in Node.JS and NoSQL databases
· Deep expertise in at least one application server
· Proficient in Identity Federation and Software defined infrastructure
· Up-to-date with technology trends and possess ability to correlate them with business needs
· Fluent in English (spoken & written)
· Holds a valid EU work permit

We offer:

· P&G-sized projects and access to world leading IT partners and technologies from day one
· Work in international team with global responsibilities
· Coaching programs, trainings and cloud certifications
· Opportunity to change role every few years to be in the best place for you and best for P&G
· Flexible work arrangements (working less than full time, work from home)
· P&G Vibrant Living programs (sport cards, in-office fitness center)
· Competitive starting salary and benefits program (private health care, PG stock, saving plans)
· Regular salary increases and possible promotions - all in line with your results and performance