Cloud Architect III at GM Financial
Charlotte, NC 28201
About the Job
OverviewWhy GM Financial Technology?GM Financial is set to change the auto finance industry and is leading the path of embarking on tech modernization – we have a startup mindset, and preserve our small company culture, in a public company environment with financial stability and intense growth over a decade-plus history.We are data junkies and trust in data and insights to advance our business objectives
We take our goal of zero emission, zero collision, zero congestion, and zero friction very seriously
We believe as an auto finance market leader we are in the driver's seat to lead us in the GM EV mission to change the world.We are building global platforms, in LATAM, Europe, China, U.S
and Canada – and we are looking to grow our high-performing team
GMF is comprised of over 10,000 team members globally
Join our fintech culture within a Blue-Chip company where we are changing the way we use technology to support our customers, dealers and business.ResponsibilitiesAbout the roleThe Cloud Architect provides technical leadership for agile teams and defines and communicates a shared technical vision for the solution under development
The Cloud Architect is able to architect end to end solutions by understanding and translating customer needs into technical solutions
Thhis role will play a key role in the design of the Azure architecture for mobile and web applications.JOB DUTIESEstablishes direction and provides guidance to team membersDemonstrates mastery of the following activities:Define the technical and architectural vision for the solution under development by technical trade-offs and analysis of alternativesContinuously evolve solution architecture with input and feedback from application architects and software engineersOutline the primary components and interfaces of the solution, and their interactionsPlan and develop the architecture runway enablers through research, prototyping, and other activities needed to explore prospective solutions and evaluate alternativesWorks with Product Manager, Product Owner, Application Architect and Software engineering teams to elaborate product requirements into technical requirements which are used to develop stories that can be estimated accuratelyParticipates in Scrum of Scrums to understand and remove architectural impediments/blockersParticipates in Solution Demo and program planning and identifies opportunities for improvementQualificationsWhat makes you a dream candidate?Advanced knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Lean, XP) and cross-functional teamsAdvanced knowledge of multi-tier application architecture design, application development (full SDLC) and application integrationAdvanced knowledge of Service Oriented Architecture concepts – SOAP, Web API, REST API and microservicesAdvanced knowledge implementing solution architecture including one or more of the following domains: technology architecture, information architecture, data architecture, application architecture, security architecture, and integration architectureAbility to overcome steep learning curve within a short period of time on any subject and speak intelligently about the subjectAbility to multitask and work independently with minimal direction and maximum accountabilityAbility to self-manage time and priorities in a complex multi-team agile environment while maintaining high-quality deliverablesWorks through others to achieve more than individual contributionStrong communication skills – proficient in communicating technical solutions to technical and non-technical audiences of varying skillset and levels of the organizationAdditional Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesExperience with Adobe Marketing Cloud products preferredExperience with mobile application development preferredExperience in building cloud solutions architecture using Public Clouds (IaaS and PaaS) preferredExperience in containerization – Docker, Docker Swarm or Kubernetes preferredExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work or military experience preferred6-8 years experience as an Architect with a proven track record of implementing innovative solutions and delivering business values required4-6 years practical experience in software engineering requiredWhat We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging
Here we do more than work — we thrive.Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibilityWork-Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in an office#LI-Hybrid#LI-JS1#LI-Hybrid#LI-JS1SalaryThe base salary range for this role is: USD $114,400.00 to $217,400.00.
At GM Financial, we strive for transparency in all aspects of our business, including pay equity
This is the GM Financial pay range for this role and job level
The exact salary and compensation will vary based on factors like knowledge, skills, experience, and education.
This role is eligible to participate in a performance-based incentive plan
Full time employees are eligible to participate in health benefits on day one of employment.Job type: FULL TIMECategories: Technology
We take our goal of zero emission, zero collision, zero congestion, and zero friction very seriously
We believe as an auto finance market leader we are in the driver's seat to lead us in the GM EV mission to change the world.We are building global platforms, in LATAM, Europe, China, U.S
and Canada – and we are looking to grow our high-performing team
GMF is comprised of over 10,000 team members globally
Join our fintech culture within a Blue-Chip company where we are changing the way we use technology to support our customers, dealers and business.ResponsibilitiesAbout the roleThe Cloud Architect provides technical leadership for agile teams and defines and communicates a shared technical vision for the solution under development
The Cloud Architect is able to architect end to end solutions by understanding and translating customer needs into technical solutions
Thhis role will play a key role in the design of the Azure architecture for mobile and web applications.JOB DUTIESEstablishes direction and provides guidance to team membersDemonstrates mastery of the following activities:Define the technical and architectural vision for the solution under development by technical trade-offs and analysis of alternativesContinuously evolve solution architecture with input and feedback from application architects and software engineersOutline the primary components and interfaces of the solution, and their interactionsPlan and develop the architecture runway enablers through research, prototyping, and other activities needed to explore prospective solutions and evaluate alternativesWorks with Product Manager, Product Owner, Application Architect and Software engineering teams to elaborate product requirements into technical requirements which are used to develop stories that can be estimated accuratelyParticipates in Scrum of Scrums to understand and remove architectural impediments/blockersParticipates in Solution Demo and program planning and identifies opportunities for improvementQualificationsWhat makes you a dream candidate?Advanced knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Lean, XP) and cross-functional teamsAdvanced knowledge of multi-tier application architecture design, application development (full SDLC) and application integrationAdvanced knowledge of Service Oriented Architecture concepts – SOAP, Web API, REST API and microservicesAdvanced knowledge implementing solution architecture including one or more of the following domains: technology architecture, information architecture, data architecture, application architecture, security architecture, and integration architectureAbility to overcome steep learning curve within a short period of time on any subject and speak intelligently about the subjectAbility to multitask and work independently with minimal direction and maximum accountabilityAbility to self-manage time and priorities in a complex multi-team agile environment while maintaining high-quality deliverablesWorks through others to achieve more than individual contributionStrong communication skills – proficient in communicating technical solutions to technical and non-technical audiences of varying skillset and levels of the organizationAdditional Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesExperience with Adobe Marketing Cloud products preferredExperience with mobile application development preferredExperience in building cloud solutions architecture using Public Clouds (IaaS and PaaS) preferredExperience in containerization – Docker, Docker Swarm or Kubernetes preferredExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work or military experience preferred6-8 years experience as an Architect with a proven track record of implementing innovative solutions and delivering business values required4-6 years practical experience in software engineering requiredWhat We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging
Here we do more than work — we thrive.Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibilityWork-Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in an office#LI-Hybrid#LI-JS1#LI-Hybrid#LI-JS1SalaryThe base salary range for this role is: USD $114,400.00 to $217,400.00.
At GM Financial, we strive for transparency in all aspects of our business, including pay equity
This is the GM Financial pay range for this role and job level
The exact salary and compensation will vary based on factors like knowledge, skills, experience, and education.
This role is eligible to participate in a performance-based incentive plan
Full time employees are eligible to participate in health benefits on day one of employment.Job type: FULL TIMECategories: Technology
