ARCHITECT

SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the design and implementation of AutoZone’s hardware and software applications across more than one functional area.  The position focus is on design skills – both researching and leveraging technology to provide practical solutions and teaching others proper design skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and/or maintain complex software applications and systems: debug, design, code, test, write specifications, roll-out software, production support.

• Write technical specifications and participate in code, design and system reviews.

• New technology selection – review, compare, and recommend the right solutions.

• Technical services; software and hardware architecture design and maintenance; data security.

• Information, network, data security architecture; software architecture and engineering.

• Ensure consistent application of AutoZone technology standards.

• Develop standard technical frameworks.

• Accurate work planning and execution; accurate project and time tracking.

• Prepare and deliver technical training material.20% SME for the Projects involved

• Update job knowledge by studying state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques and computing equipment. Continuous learning of AutoZone Culture, Methodology, Architecture and Software. (Own Professional Development)

• Mentor and teach less experienced AutoZoners

REQUIREMENTS 

• Level of formal education: A Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent

• Area of study: Computer Science or related field

• Years of experience: More than seven years.

• Special certifications or technical skills: 

• Knowledge of MS Office.
  Expert proficiency with the AutoZone software architecture and methodology.
  Technical skills may include experience with one or more of: 
  Operative Systems (e.g. UNIX, Linux, Windows)
  Programming Languages (e.g. Java, C, C++)
  Databases (e.g. Oracle, MySQL,PostgreSQL,  Informix, DB2)
  BI / ETL tools (e.g. Talend, WebFocus)
  TCP/IP, Networking and LAN administration.
  Expert problem solving and analytical skills.

• Subject matter expertise across multiple functional areas, subsystems or technologies.

• Strong system design skills.

• Solid understanding of systems, applications, and/or networks so that practical solutions can be provided that factor system performance, usability, reusability, quality, cross-system interdependencies, scalability, and overall cost to develop and maintain. 

• Presentation, facilitation and writing skills.

• Project management – estimating, planning, controlling, and execution.

• Other/preferred: Communication and analytical skills/English