Solutions Architect

SUMMARY :

The Senior Solutions Architect (SSA) strategically plans, evaluates, designs, and implements advanced information systems, applications, and networked architectures to support Tucson Medical Center (TMC) and the Information Services (IS) Department. The SSA will work at the most advanced technical level to understand and plan current and future technology architecture to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. The SSA will work with others to evaluate and select the appropriate technology required to implement plans. This role will provide technical leadership through strong collaboration and communication, while facilitating strategic decision-making. The SSA will participate as part of a technical and / or project team to ensure projects are implemented according to architectural, technical, organizational, and budgetary plans. The SSA will work with IS management and organizational leaders to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of TMC IS.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Strategy & Planning

Design and implement long-term strategic goals and short-term tactical plans for managing and maintaining TMC systems and application software.

Ensure that proposed and existing systems architectures are aligned with TMC IS goals and objectives.

Provide architectural expertise, direction, and assistance to Systems Analysts, Systems Engineers, and other IS team members.

Develop, document, and communicate plans for investment of systems architecture, including analysis of cost reduction opportunities.

Conduct decision-related research on emerging technologies in support of systems development efforts, and recommend technologies that will increase cost effectiveness while keeping system flexibility.

Acquisition & Deployment

Design, develop, and oversee implementation of end-to-end integrated systems.

Document TMC’s existing systems architecture and technology portfolio; make recommendations for improvements and / or alternatives.

Other Duties

Includes all Senior Systems Engineer or Senior Application Developer duties, as appropriate.

Mentor and coach other technical team members.

Participate in the development of estimates and plans for capital and operational projects.

Attend meetings with vendors or internal stakeholders.

Adhere to and support team members in exhibiting TMCH values of integrity, community, compassion, and dedication.

Adhere to TMC organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards.

Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION : Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

EXPERIENCE : Ten (10) years of application and / or infrastructure engineering experience with evidence of job progression.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION : Technical certifications specific to technology support, if applicable. Microsoft, VMWare, Citrix, Cisco, or other technical certifications may be required for specific roles.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Extensive experience in developing strategic systems architecture plans.
• Hands-on experience with business requirements gathering / analysis.
• Proven experience in systems and network design and development.
• Strong understanding of information processing principles and practices.
• Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent architecture and technical support documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal, consultative, collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to conduct research into emerging technologies and trends, standards, and products.
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.