Job Purpose:

The Solution Architect will work with clients to solve business problems through the use of our world-class web deployed solutions. Will be ultimately responsible for the successful implementation and support of these solutions. This will be driven by the design, configuration and deployment of the Tungsten Automation product suite. This role is a Project Leadership position, leading both the client interaction and the system implementation.

We strongly believe that this role is more fulfilling than traditionally segmented roles and provides our clients with a more efficient and value added project team. Solution Architects must have strong intellectual skills, a high level of enthusiasm and be very excited about providing great solutions to world-class customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for the integrity of the solution design and development of assigned projects meeting the business needs of the client and following Tungsten Automation implementation standards
• Own resolution of technical and product issues on assigned projects from initial point of engagement through go-live of the solution
• Ensure best practices and consistent delivery approaches are utilized on assigned projects
• Provide input to Project Managers on project planning and estimating efforts for each assigned project
• Structure work and produce deliverables that align with the scope and budget of projects
• Structure and drive design reviews
• Communicate the risks and benefits of design/architectural options to an audience with diverse technical backgrounds
• Ensure all projects utilize development standards
• Participate in the development of solutions conceived, driven and owned by Consulting Services
• Create high quality solution design and design documentation
• Present, articulate and defend the design to clients
• Manage client expectations related to the design to reach successful client sign-off
• Conduct code reviews where appropriate
• Provide oversight to Consultants to ensure all project work is consistent with the solution design and Tungsten Automation implementation standards
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Consultants in technical and product knowledge
• Participate in identifying and creating re-usable assets to improve efficiency and consistency of delivery across projects in the areas of design, installation and migration
• Assist in business development in terms of solution definition scope and estimation efforts, where appropriate

• Five to Eight years of consulting experience
• 3-5 years of implementation experience
• Demonstrated exceptional technical skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively influence and align client thinking and agenda
• Strong written communication, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to effectively able to navigate client's organization to facilitate the completion of project deliverables
• Ability to solve complex and ambiguous technical problems using Tungsten Automation experience, creativity and sound judgment
• Understanding and application of basic project management concepts, i.e. scope management, issue management, schedule management and client management
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently
• Ability to understand the functional design and technical project requirements
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated understanding of complete Tungsten Automation implementation methodology
• Oracle based skills in areas such as Oracle RDBMS architecture, design, and tuning; SQL, PL/SQL, and JAVA programming languages; software development, architecture, and customization
• Working knowledge of one of the following enterprise applications: Oracle E-Business Suite (AP, AR, Payroll, HR, etc.) and SAP
• Ability to design algorithms and code for efficiency and reuse
• Ability to explain and defend technical decisions to a technical audience
• Ability to understand and interpret complex technical documentation
• Able to assist in business development activities including supporting definition of scope and estimation. Ability to effectively interact with prospects in a business development situation
• Demonstrates ability to present the Tungsten Automation Solutions to multiple levels (CTO/CIO level, developer level, etc.) and areas (functional and technical) within a client organization
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
• BS/BA or equivalent
• Deeply knowledgeable in the capabilities and implementation of Tungsten Automation products for the specific solution area
• Ability to play a leadership role within the Tungsten Automation Project Team
• Understands the overall project plan and specific scope of projects
• Ability to see the big picture when making decisions and able to estimate effort for implementation tasks
• Demonstrates good judgment in making decisions
• MBA is a plus