Senior Cloud Architect - IBM Cloud

Company: IBM
Location: Triangle
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

IntroductionAt IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesAt IBM Services our Complex Solution Architects (CSA) provides services to clients in the solutioning and delivery of complex projects/programs for non-cloud, cloud and multi-cloud environments, including complex application and/or system integration projects. CSAs work with the business as well as IT to breakdown complex business problems into software or process solutions. IBM Services is looking for strong CSAs with extensive experience in defining and building solution on IBM Cloud. The CSA should have technical depth and strong interpersonal skills. He/She should be passionate about working with customers to help build applications at scale within IBM Cloud. The ability to enable innovation through IBM Cloud native services and having breadth across technology stacks with deep hands-on skills is a must. The CSA will build architectures and provide prescriptive guidance across network, storage, operating systems, virtualization, RDBMS & NoSQL databases, Hadoop, mid-tier technologies that include application integration, in-memory caches, and security. Specialized skills in building Integration solutions using the IBM Cloud Paks and Redhat OpenShift with OpenShift Virtualization is desired.The CSA is expected to have good experience in the below areas Deployment and orchestration technologies (e.g., Puppet, Chef, Salt, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Jenkins, etc.) Utility Compute Web Services: VPC, VPC Gen2, VSI, ROKS, IKS, Code Engine, OpenShift VirtualizationContainer and Micro Services Stacks: Cloud Foundry, Docker, Kubernetes, IKS, and Redhat OpenShiftOpenShift on ROKS, IKS and Code Engine Functions Planning Tools: JIRA, GitHub, Stash, etcIntegration Tools: Jenkins, Eclipse, etcTesting Tools: Jenkins, Swagger, Cucumber, Selenium, SonarQube, Junit, etcDeployment Tools: Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Fabric, and GIT, GitHub and Git LabSearch Technologies: Lucene and ElasticsearchRelational Databases: Oracle, MS SQL, DB2, Postgres SQLNoSQL databases: Cassandra, MongoDB, Cloudant, etcExtract, Transform and Load (ETL) Tools: Informatica, DataStage, SSIS, Talend and Boomiimplementing big data analytics w/ technologies like Hadoop, SparkSet technology direction for Cloud solutionsSpecialties include data management, scripting languages, API and other integrationsManage and implement integrations between internal and external solutionsServe as the technical liaison to the product ownerCollaborate with domain architecture leadershipAuthor simple, clear requirements through user stories and technical specificationsExperience is creating end to end blueprint, estimating the effort, pricing and risk assessment of the solutionExcellent communication skills with an ability to right level conversationsDemonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quicklyHCS2022Required Technical and Professional ExpertiseAt least 3 years experience in IBM CloudAt least 3 years experience in Container platforms (K8S, ROKS, OpenShift, IKS) and Service Mesh (e.g. Istio)At least 3 years experience in designing IaaS, PaaS, FaaS, SaaS and Hybrid architectures.At least 2 year experience in RHOS, Redhat OpenShift and Redhat OpenShift VirtualizationAt least 2 year experience in Service Registries and Cloud brokersAt least 2 year experience in designing secure scalable, elastic architecturesAt least 2 year experience in architecting in enterprises using Agile methodologiesAt least 2 year experience in decoupled and microservices architecturesAt least 2 year experience in Stateful and Stateless servicesAt least 2 year experience in web services technologies - Restful servicesAt least 3 year experience in distributed systems, databases and search systemsAt least 3 year experience in J2EE Platforms: JBOSS, WebLogic, Apache Tomcat, WAS and LibertyAt least 3 year experience in collaboration, open communication and reaching across functional bordersPreferred Technical and Professional ExpertiseAt least 5 years experience in IBM CloudAt least 5 years experience in Container platforms (K8S, ROKS, OpenShift, IKS) and Service Mesh (e.g. Istio)At least 5 years experience in designing IaaS, PaaS and SaaS architectures.At least 5 year experience in RHOS, Redhat OpenShift and Redhat OpenShift VirtualizationAt least 3 years experience in Service Registries and Cloud brokersAt least 3 years experience in designing secure scalable, elastic architecturesAt least 3 years experience in architecting in enterprises using Agile methodologiesAt least 3 years experience in decoupled and microservices architecturesAt least 3 years experience in Stateful and Stateless servicesAt least 3 years experience in web services technologies- Restful servicesAt least 5 years experience in distributed systems, databases and search systemsAt least 5 years experience in J2EE Platforms: JBOSS, WebLogic, Apache Tomcat, WAS and LibertyIBM Certified Solution Architect - Cloud v4About Business UnitIBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world's economy. IBM Services partners with the world's leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence.This job requires you to be fully COVID-19 vaccinated prior to your start date, where legally permissible. Proof of vaccination status will be required. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical, pregnancy or religious reasons, we offer accommodations in accordance with applicable law.Your Life @ IBMAre you craving to learn more? Prepared to solve some of the world's most unique challenges? And ready to shape the future for millions of people? If so, then it's time to join us, express your individuality, unleash your curiosity and discover new possibilities.Every IBMer, and potential ones like yourself, has a voice, carves their own path, and uses their expertise to help co-create and add to our story. Together, we have the power to make meaningful change - to alter the fabric of our clients, of society and IBM itself, to create a truly positive impact and make the world work better for everyone.It's time to define your career.About IBMIBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.Location StatementIBM offers a wide range of resources for eligible IBMers to thrive both inside and outside of work. In addition to a competitive benefits program consisting of medical and life insurance, retirement plans, and time off, eligible employees may also have access to: -12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. Family care options are also available to support eligible employees during COVID-19. -World-class training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform. IBM's learning culture supports your restless attitude to grow your skills and build the depth and scale of knowledge needed to achieve your career goals. -Well-being programs to support mental and physical health. -Financial programs that empower you to plan, save, and manage your money (including expert financial counseling, 401(k), IBM stock discount, etc.). -Select educational reimbursement opportunities. -Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups where you can network and connect with IBMers across the globe. -Giving and volunteer programs to benefit charitable organizations and local communities. -Discounts on retail products, services, and experiences.We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.Being You @ IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.Key Job DetailsCategory: ArchitectRequired Education: Bachelor's DegreePosition Type: ProfessionalEmployment Type: Full-TimeContract Type: RegularCompany: (0147) International Business Machines CorporationTravel Required: Up to 60% or 3 days a week (home on weekends - based on project requirements)

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