Solution Architect
Company: Wipro Limited
Location: Texas City
Posted on: May 17, 2022
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Job Description:
Role PurposeThe purpose of the role is to create exceptional
architecturalsolution design and thought leadership and enable
delivery teams toprovide exceptional client engagement and
satisfaction.DoDevelop architectural solutions for the new deals/
majorchange requests in existing dealsCreates an enterprise-wide
architecture that ensures systems arescalable, reliable, and
manageable.Provide solutioning of RFP's received from clients and
ensure overall design assuranceDevelop a direction to manage the
portfolio of to-be-solutionsincluding systems, shared
infrastructure services, applications in orderto better match
business outcome objectivesAnalyse technology environment,
enterprise specifics, clientrequirements to set a collaboration
solution design framework/architectureProvide technical leadership
to the design, development andimplementation of custom solutions
through thoughtful use of moderntechnologyDefine and understand
current state solutions and identifyimprovements, options &
tradeoffs to define target state solutionsClearly articulate,
document and sell architectural targets,recommendations and
reusable patterns and accordingly propose
investmentroadmapsEvaluate and recommend solutions to integrate
with overalltechnology ecosystemWorks closely with various IT
groups to transition tasks, ensureperformance and manage issues
through to resolutionPerform detailed documentation (App view,
multiple sections ) of the architectural design and solution
mentioning all theartefacts in detailValidate the solution/
prototype from technology, cost structure andcustomer
differentiation point of viewIdentify problem areas and perform
root cause analysis ofarchitectural design and solutions and
provide relevant solutions to theproblemCollaborating with sales,
program/project, consulting teams toreconcile solutions to
architectureTracks industry and application trends and relates
these to planningcurrent and future IT needsProvides technical and
strategic input during the projectplanning phase in the form of
technical architectural designs andrecommendationsCollaborates with
all relevant parties in order to review theobjectives and
constraints of solutions and determine conformance withthe
Enterprise Architecture.Identifies implementation risks and
potential impacts. Enable Delivery Teams by providing optimal
deliverysolutions/ frameworksBuild and maintain relationships with
executives, technicalleaders, product owners, peer architects and
other stakeholders tobecome a trusted advisorDevelops and
establishes relevant technical, business processand overall support
metrics (KPI/SLA) to drive resultsManages multiple projects and
accurately reports the status ofall major assignments while
adhering to all project management standardsIdentify technical,
process, structural risks and prepare a riskmitigation plan for all
the projectsEnsure quality assurance of all the architecture or
designdecisions and provides technical mitigation support to the
deliveryteamsRecommend tools for reuse, automation for improved
productivityand reduced cycle timesLeads the development and
maintenance of enterprise frameworkand related artefactsDevelops
trust and builds effective working relationshipsthrough respectful,
collaborative engagement across individual productteamsEnsures
architecture principles and standards are consistentlyapplied to
all the projectsEnsure optimal Client EngagementSupport pre-sales
team while presenting the entire solution designand its principles
to the clientNegotiate, manage and coordinate with the client teams
to ensure allrequirements are met and create an impact of solution
proposedDemonstrate thought leadership with strong technical
capability infront of the client to win the confidence and act as a
trusted advisorCompetency Building and BrandingEnsure completion of
necessary trainings and certificationsDevelop Proof of Concepts
(POCs),case studies, demos etc. fornew growth areas based on market
and customer research Develop and present a point of view of Wipro
on solution designand architect by writing white papers, blogs etc.
Attain market referencability and recognition through
highestanalyst rankings, client testimonials and partner credits Be
the voice of Wipro's Thought Leadership by speaking inforums
(internal and external) Mentor developers, designers and Junior
architects in theproject for their further career development and
enhancementContribute to the architecture practice by conducting
selectioninterviews etcTeam Management ResourcingAnticipating new
talent requirements as per the market/ industrytrends or client
requirementsHire adequate and right resources for the teamTalent
ManagementEnsure adequate onboarding and training for the team
members toenhance capability & effectivenessBuild an internal
talent pool and ensure their career progressionwithin the
organizationManage team attritionDrive diversity in leadership
positionsPerformance ManagementSet goals for the team, conduct
timely performance reviews andprovide constructive feedback to own
direct reportsEnsure that the Performance Nxt is followed for the
entire teamEmployee Satisfaction and EngagementLead and drive
engagement initiatives for the teamTrack team satisfaction scores
and identify initiatives to buildengagement within the
teamStakeholder InteractionStakeholder TypeStakeholder
IdentificationPurpose of InteractionInternalDelivery teamsReview of
architectural process deployment in engagements,escalation
management, issue resolution Pre-sales teamFor solutioning and
architectural design purposePractice teamsTo understand the
different solution portfoliosHolmes engineering and roll outFor
automation purposeTalent Transformation Team, Competency GroupPlan
and support delivery of Technical Trainings, knowledgesharing
HRBPFor hiring and managing resourcesFinanceRevenue / budgetsTalent
acquisition teamRecruitment ExternalVendors/ PartnersFor strategic
alignment and partnerships, training Industry forums Best
practices, market intelligence, knowledge sharingDisplayLists the
competencies required to perform this role effectively:Functional
Competencies/ SkillDomain/Industry Knowledge - Awareness and
knowledge of broadeconomic, demographic, technological and global
trends within ownecosystem - ExpertMarket Intelligence - Deep
specialized understanding of theecosystem practice, overall market
& competition and nuances ofdelivery in that domain - MasterSystems
Thinking - Understanding of the Wipro system(interrelatedness,
interdependencies and boundaries) and perform problemsolving in a
complex environment - ExpertLeveraging Technology - In-depth
knowledge of and mastery overecosystem technology that commands
expert authority respect -MasterAsset reusability - ability to
re-use the assets to ensurescalability and optimization -
ExpertTechnical knowledge - architecture design
principles,framework and documentation - ExpertCompetency
LevelsFoundationKnowledgeable about the competency requirements.
Demonstrates (inparts) frequently with minimal support and
guidance.CompetentConsistently demonstrates the full range of the
competency withoutguidance. Extends the competency to difficult and
unknown situations aswell.ExpertApplies the competency in all
situations and is serves as a guide toothers as well.MasterCoaches
others and builds organizational capability in the competencyarea.
Serves as a key resource for that competency and is
recognisedwithin the entire organization.Behavioral Competencies
Strategic perspectiveTechnology AcumenInnovationManaging
ComplexityClient centricityExecution excellenceChange
agilityPassion for resultsNurturing peopleExecutive
presenceDeliverNo.Performance ParameterMeasure1.Support sales team
to create wins% of proposals with Quality Index > 7, timely
support of theproposals, identifying opportunities/ leads to sell
services within/outside account (lead generation), no. of proposals
led2.Delivery supportCSAT, delivery as per cost, quality and
timelines, Identify anddevelop resuable components, utilization %,
Recommend tools for reuse,automation for improved productivity and
reduced cycle times3.Capability development% trainings and
certifications completed, increase in ACEcertifications, thought
leadership content developed (white papers,Wipro PoVs)4.Team
ManagementTeam attrition %, Employee satisfaction score
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