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Job Title: Solutions Architect
Location: Remote
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 62683
Department
This position is within FSU’s Department of Information Technology Services (ITS)
Information Technology Services is the central IT organization for Florida State University, providing IT support and technology leadership to a diverse community. ITS is dedicated to delivering an effective, comprehensive and secure technology infrastructure. Within ITS, the Digital Experience and Transformation team delivers custom applications, CRM solutions, web hosting, and a range of community platforms for FSU.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for the overall architecture of FSU's Salesforce platform including developing and designing advanced architectural enterprise and college/ departmental level cloud-based applications on the Salesforce platform including the suite of Salesforce products and other 3rd party technologies.
Manages the architecture and design of the Salesforce platform at FSU including all solutions and components (i.e., org structure, integrations, security, custom configurations, development). Develops and designs the architecture for enterprise and college/dept. cloud-based applications with the suite of Salesforce products and other 3rd party technologies.
Translates functional requirements into well-architected solutions with a goal of scalability and simplicity while delivering a modern and user-focused constituent experience. Provides technical analysis and architecture for proposed solutions. Articulates the benefits and risks to a solution's feasibility and functionality. Collaborates with the team and stakeholders on the technical delivery of custom development, integrations, and data migration elements; configures and develops as needed.
Builds and monitors a technical roadmap for digital experience and transformation services. Demonstrates strong leadership skills in all stages of the software development life cycle. Follows and understands new product and technical capabilities. Architects solutions that meet the strategic direction of CRM and engagement. Collaborates and understands the broader system environment and plans for evolutionary paths with the technologies.
Reviews design elements and signs off on the overall technical design. Ensures that the system accurately meets the defined expectations of the stakeholder, that proper testing is conducted, and performance and security requirements are closely monitored, and that the architectural choices are optimal given launched applications. Leads code reviews and participates in designing and executing test plans. Collaborates with the team to manage releases.
Provides technical expertise, research, and analysis concerning complex application development related to our delivery platforms. Provides hands-on, expert-level technical assistance to developers. Coaches and mentors junior technical and functional team members.
Performs duties in compliance with ITS policies, guidelines, and processes. Appropriately utilizes associated tools in accordance with ITS standards. Proactively engages on continuous improvement efforts for application design, support, and practice development efforts. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and six years' experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and ten years of experience. (Note: or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to 10 years).
Preferred Qualifications
Prefer strong familiarity with the Salesforce platform, including documented Salesforce certifications.
Prefer familiarity with programming and development languages and frameworks such as Apex, Java, Python, SQL, C#/.NET, JavaScript, TypeScript, and HTML/CSS.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This position has been designated as eligible for remote work based on the current position/job functions
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Location: Remote
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 62683
Department
This position is within FSU’s Department of Information Technology Services (ITS)
Information Technology Services is the central IT organization for Florida State University, providing IT support and technology leadership to a diverse community. ITS is dedicated to delivering an effective, comprehensive and secure technology infrastructure. Within ITS, the Digital Experience and Transformation team delivers custom applications, CRM solutions, web hosting, and a range of community platforms for FSU.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for the overall architecture of FSU's Salesforce platform including developing and designing advanced architectural enterprise and college/ departmental level cloud-based applications on the Salesforce platform including the suite of Salesforce products and other 3rd party technologies.
Manages the architecture and design of the Salesforce platform at FSU including all solutions and components (i.e., org structure, integrations, security, custom configurations, development). Develops and designs the architecture for enterprise and college/dept. cloud-based applications with the suite of Salesforce products and other 3rd party technologies.
Translates functional requirements into well-architected solutions with a goal of scalability and simplicity while delivering a modern and user-focused constituent experience. Provides technical analysis and architecture for proposed solutions. Articulates the benefits and risks to a solution's feasibility and functionality. Collaborates with the team and stakeholders on the technical delivery of custom development, integrations, and data migration elements; configures and develops as needed.
Builds and monitors a technical roadmap for digital experience and transformation services. Demonstrates strong leadership skills in all stages of the software development life cycle. Follows and understands new product and technical capabilities. Architects solutions that meet the strategic direction of CRM and engagement. Collaborates and understands the broader system environment and plans for evolutionary paths with the technologies.
Reviews design elements and signs off on the overall technical design. Ensures that the system accurately meets the defined expectations of the stakeholder, that proper testing is conducted, and performance and security requirements are closely monitored, and that the architectural choices are optimal given launched applications. Leads code reviews and participates in designing and executing test plans. Collaborates with the team to manage releases.
Provides technical expertise, research, and analysis concerning complex application development related to our delivery platforms. Provides hands-on, expert-level technical assistance to developers. Coaches and mentors junior technical and functional team members.
Performs duties in compliance with ITS policies, guidelines, and processes. Appropriately utilizes associated tools in accordance with ITS standards. Proactively engages on continuous improvement efforts for application design, support, and practice development efforts. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and six years' experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and ten years of experience. (Note: or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to 10 years).
Preferred Qualifications
Prefer strong familiarity with the Salesforce platform, including documented Salesforce certifications.
Prefer familiarity with programming and development languages and frameworks such as Apex, Java, Python, SQL, C#/.NET, JavaScript, TypeScript, and HTML/CSS.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This position has been designated as eligible for remote work based on the current position/job functions
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.