WebSphere Portal Architects

Perficient Inc. has open positions for a WebSphere Portal Architects with a very strong background in J2EE-based software architecture, design and development and systems integration targeting the WebSphere Portal platform. This person must have experience in object-oriented methodologies, and proven abilities to design, develop, test and implement complex portal solutions. As a member of a highly skilled technology and business team, you will be responsible for conducting vendor product selections, developing technology strategies, architecting/designing solutions and leading teams through their implementation. This requires a highly skilled functional and technical person with excellent leadership and communication skills.  The following opportunity exists in all of our Central East markets: Chicago IL, Cincinnati OH, Columbus OH, Detroit MI, Indianapolis IN, Toronto Ontario, CA. The ability to travel throughout this region is a must.  Residential location inconsequential. SKILLS: Must have held the role of a Technical Architect for enterprise-scale, J2EE-based solutions for large organizations Must have played a lead role in the design and development of 3+ server-side J2EE projects Must have played a lead role in the design and development of 2+ WebSphere Portal based solutions Must have a proven track record with integrating solutions in disparate platforms and technologies 8+ years of over-all information technology and software development experience 5+ years server-side Java/J2EE programming experience 5+ years web-based application development (HTML, Javascript, XML) 5+ years J2EE servlet/JSP development experience 1+ years WebSphere Portal v5+ design and development experience 4+ years accessing relational databases using JDBC 1+ years EJB design and development experience 1+ years with UNIX experience 3+ years defining solution and J2EE software architectures 4+ years object-oriented design and related tools (UML, Rational) 3+ years experience with multiple Web servers (Apache, Sun, IIS) 2+ years experience WebSphere Application Server v5+ 3+ years RAD, WSAD and/or Eclipse IDE 1+ year enterprise connectivity (ERPs, mainframes, messaging middleware, etc.) 3+ years proven mentoring/leadership experience Strong knowledge of WebSphere Portal components, services and frameworks (WWCM, PDM, WMM/PUMA, Personalization, Themes/Skins, Portlet Wiring, Access Control, etc.) Strong knowledge of WebSphere Portal Administration(installation and configuration) Strong database and SQL knowledge (Oracle, DB2) Strong relational database design experience (ERD logical and physical) Basic networking knowledge (topologies, IP sprayers, routers, gateways, TCP/IP) Basic understanding of security technologies (Digital Certificates, LDAP, SSO, etc.) Basic J2EE web infrastructure/architecture knowledge (reverse proxy, fail-over, session state persistence, load-balancing, etc.) Excellent communication skills (effective oral and written skills) Familiar with project management principles (time/cost estimation) Familiar with project management and software development methodologies (RUP, Agile, XP, etc.) Familiar with the core design patterns and best practices (OO/Gang-of-Four, J2EE, Architecture) RESPONSIBILITIES: As a senior member of our Portal Practice, you will be responsible for providing consulting services for the architecture and delivery of complex WebSphere Portal and J2EE based solutions to our Global 3000 client base using industry-leading products and technologies.  Participate in business development tasks, including proposal writing, sales meeting attendance, and industry conference participation Estimate project costs, timelines and resource requirements Participate in planning and strategy engagements Participate in business requirements sessions with client, internal business and technical resources Lead solution architecture and design efforts Apply appropriate methodologies, such as Rational Unified Process and Agile Lead and mentor development teams Perform development tasks as required Conduct code reviews and walkthroughs with all technical team members Review test plans and test cases Ensure quality with delivered technical solution and related documentation IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITY! Perficient is a leading information technology consulting firm serving clients throughout the United States. We are experts in designing, building and delivering business-driven technology solutions. We help our clients gain competitive advantage by using Internet-based technologies to make their businesses more responsive to market opportunities and threats, strengthen relationships with customers, suppliers and partners, improve productivity and reduce information technology costs.  If you have the skills above and want to be challenged to take your career to the next level, send a brief introduction and full resume to erika.mar@perficient.com .  Please no 3rd parties, all positions are for Full-time Candidates and any resume received will be treated as such.  Visit Us: http://www.perficient.com Job Information Job Title: WebSphere Portal Architects Location: US-IL-Central East Coast/Canada Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: IT/Software Development Contact Information Company: Perficient Email: