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IT Architect II - Pricing & Commercial Platforms

Role overview

Summary

This role focuses on designing and developing IT solutions based on business requirements at Motion. You will serve as the internal subject matter expert, leading the architecture of systems and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment with business and technology strategies.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field.
  • Twelve (12) or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination.
  • Expertise in and experience using XML, JavaScript, HTML, Crystal, and SQL.
  • Expertise in designing and implementing distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-based solutions.
  • Strong proficiency in software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Spearhead the analysis, evaluation, modification, testing, and implementation of enterprise-wide systems.
  • Lead the design and architecture of innovative solutions from proof of concept to productional deployment.
  • Research, analyze, design, propose, and deliver solutions aligned with the company's business and technology strategies.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and define technical strategies.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Leadership
  • Mentorship
  • Communication
  • Collaboration

About the company

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Genuine Parts Company

  • Wholesale & Distribution
  • XLarge
  • 10,001+
Founded in 1928, Genuine Parts Company is a global service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. The company's Automotive Parts Group distributes automotive replacement parts in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australasia, France, the U.K., Ireland, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain and Portugal. The company's Industrial Parts Group distributes industrial replacement parts in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Australasia. In total, the company serves its global customers from an extensive network of more than 10,000 locations in 17 countries and has approximately 58,000 employees. Further information is available at www.genpt.com.

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Job description

IT Architect II

SUMMARY:

Designs and develops solutions based on business requirements. Interfaces with clients to identify specific system requirements and feasibility of solutions. Provides integration strategies and assists in troubleshooting component applications and technologies. Provides detailed documentation as needed.


You must be eligible to work in the US without Visa Sponsorship


JOB DUTIES

  • Spearheads the analysis, evaluation, modification, testing, and implementation of enterprise-wide systems as the internal subject matter expert.
  • Lead the design and architecture of innovative solutions that solve complex business challenges from proof of concept to productional deployment.
  • Researches, analyzes, designs, proposes, and delivers solutions that are appropriate for the company's business and technology strategies.
  • Leads the diagnoses of complex problems and issues with enterprise-wide systems and successfully executes solutions that impact the entirety of the IT organization.
  • Develops programming and development standards and procedures as well as program architectures for code reuse.
  • Uses expertise to influence the choice of alternative proposals to meet cost, time, and benefits.
  • Defines architectures and designs across multiple IT functional areas.
  • Researches and maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and possible applications to the business.
  • Brings together diverse stakeholders to lead the development of tests of systems specifications using the latest diagramming tools to meet business requirements.
  • Works on multiple projects as the project leader or as the subject matter expert.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and define technical strategies.
  • Develop architectural blueprints, diagrams, and documentation to guide implementation.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and drive adoption where applicable.
  • Mentor and coach development teams on best practices and architectural principles.
  • Ensure adherence to architectural standards, security protocols, and coding guidelines.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Typically has a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field and twelve (12) or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

  • Requires expertise in and experience using XML, JavaScript, HTML, Crystal and SQL.
  • Demonstrated ability to tactfully lead discussions of multiple diverse stakeholders.
  • Leadership and mentoring skills.
  • Expertise in designing and implementing distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-based solutions.
  • Strong proficiency in software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams.
  • Proven leadership capabilities, with a passion for driving innovation and excellence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: None required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: No

COMPANY INFORMATION: Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

DISCLAIMER: This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.

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GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

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