Systems Architect 5

Job Location: US-GA-AtlantaReference Code: 186191 Learn more about T-Mobile At T-Mobile, we help customers connect with the people who matter most in their busy lives. That takes new ways of thinking and an appetite for challenge every day.Our IT, engineering and product development team members develop products that excite today's wireless users, enable our rapidly growing network and help to define the future of our dynamic industry. It takes smart minds to create simple, user-friendly solutions, manage the IT and network infrastructure, and keep the focus squarely on our customers. The challenges can be complex, but the rewards are genuine from career growth to a corporate culture that respects those who are not afraid to do things differently. If you're drawn to innovation and a high-energy environment, you belong at T-Mobile. Together, we can do great things. Systems Architect 5 Systems Architect 5 T-Mobile USA is a national provider of wireless voice, messaging, and data services capable of reaching over 268 million Americans where they live, work, and play. In a world full of busy and fragmented lives, we at T-Mobile USA, Inc. have the idea that wireless communications can help. The value of our plans, the breadth of our coverage, the reliability of our network, and the quality of our service are meant to do one thing; help you stick together with the people who make your life come alive. That's why we're here. Position Purpose The Senior Systems Architect 5 is responsible for designing creative and scalable systems and software solutions that address business/technical needs or challenges. Defines and maintains architecture and technology standards and best practices for applications, middleware, and databases including both in-house development as well as third-party applications. Provides guidance and direction to project teams to ensure compliance with the standards and best practices. Evaluates and recommends technologies and techniques for applicability to T-Mobile systems. Position Duties and Responsibilities Primary Duties and Responsibilities: § Maintains expertise as SME in a two or more Architecture technical disciplines and define architectural standards and best practices within those disciplines. § Interacts with company Senior management to effect solutions for enterprise business requirements § Guide Architectural focus group as prime subject-matter expert in area of expertise. § Mentors team members on new technologies in area of expertise § Prepares and maintains documents that include architecture diagrams, data models, and navigation maps in area of expertise § Analyze and prepare recommendations to address existing and potential trouble areas in systems and procedures across the organization as well as design and recommendation on new solutions both in relation to hardware and software design. Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: § Aid in evaluation of third party products for inclusion in T-Mobile solutions Help define software development processes § Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations § Understands the business processes on Projects Assigned § Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments § Translates business requirements into technical requirements and assist other team members in implementing the solution Position Requirements Functional/Technical Skills: § Ability to direct the work of other architects in a lead role. § Knowledgeable about Wireless telephony business processes, strategic technologies and industry best practices. § Strong analytic skills. § Familiar with software development methodologies § Competent in two or more of the following technical disciplines: § Expert Knowledge of Object Oriented Languages & Concepts; Java required § Expert Knowledge of Middleware and SOA Technologies; Tibco and Weblogic required § Expert Knowledge of Presentation tier technologies: .NET required, Adobe Flash/Flex/Air desired. § Preferred skills (not required, but highly desirable): § Strong Knowledge of Database technology; Oracle § Knowledge of systems Security technology. Experience: § Minimum 8+ years in business environment § Minimum 8+ years as software or systems architect, engineer, programmer Education/Vocational Training: § Minimum 4-year degree in computer science or related discipline. Technology certifications (such as Java, Microsoft, Oracle) a plus T-Mobile is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We strongly support diversity in the workforce. T-Mobile USA offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, as well as matching 401(k), generous paid time off programs, mobile phone and service discounts, tuition reimbursement, free parking – not to mention a fun and business casual work environment. T-Mobile is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We strongly support diversity in the workforce. If interested, please apply online here. The benefits of teamwork Career growth, personal recognition and diversity are all part of our high-energy culture. Team members enjoy competitive pay, generous paid time off, wicked-cool wireless discounts, education assistance, medical/dental, a superior company-matched 401(k) plan, training and development and more!