Architect at CDK Global

Position SummaryDefines, designs, develops, and implements technical strategies to fulfill high-level business requirements, this includes solutions for global platforms, products and services. Leads strategic and tactical infrastructure initiatives by designing, building and managing complex systems. Provide technical leadership by sharing best practices and technology trends and acting as a technical mentor related to their area of expertise. Scope of work is typically components across multiple products or services.  Position Responsibilities & Essential functionGathers feature requirements for various product development teams and engage the team in planning and execution based on feature requirementsWork with stakeholders and engineers to define architectures that meet both functional requirements and quality attributesCreate functional design documents, translate the business requirements into system requirements, create a prototype of recommended solutions, demo to the users, and implement the solutionsUse prototyping, test plans, and other means to validate that a particular architecture will meet defined requirementsVerify that architectures are in synchronization with relevant system architecturesCommunicate with internal staff on trends in developmentCommunicate with business teams, engineers and other architects to brainstorm solutionsDesign systems, components, applications and services which implement specific business objectivesWork with engineering teams to implement the architecture in line with current engineering best practicesQualificationsAbility to organize and present complex solutions clearly and accuratelyProject leadership skills and solid design skills Previous experience as an architect, senior or lead engineerGood knowledge of Agile development methodologiesEducation/ExperienceBachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience in Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics or related field8 years of experience in development1+ years of experience as an ArchitectTechnical Skills: .NET, C#, Kafka, Postgres, AWSCompensation: $170,000 - $210,000CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location.  The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to:Paid Time Off (PTO)401K Matching ProgramTuition ReimbursementAt CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people, customers and communities. We are open, curious and encourage different views, so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact. CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed or religion, age, disability (including pregnancy), results of genetic testing, service in the military, veteran status or any other category protected by law.Applicants for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US.  CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants.SummaryLocation: Austin, TX, USA; Portland, OR, USAType: