Principal Solutions Architect- Remote
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Principal Solutions Architect- Azure Integration is the highest-level technical contributor for their respected technologies, in the application of concepts, principles and processes for an assigned area of responsibility. This role will be accountable for driving technology planning activities and systems designs to meet the needs of the Polaris business. The Principal Solutions Architect is responsible for ensuring solutions are aligned to the business and technology strategy, leveraging enterprise components, and the overall advancement of Polaris technologies. This role will have a broad knowledge of cloud-native architectures, experience with reference architectures and an understanding of modern development practices. Assignments will span from contributing to Enterprise Architecture level standards to the definition of technical solutions for complex projects.
Our ideal candidate will be driven to provide top quality technology solutions that balance the concerns of all stakeholders. This position will require a demonstrable ability to communicate appropriately at all levels of the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Systems and Enterprise Architecture
Defines Solution Principals and Standards
Collaborate with other architects to define and maintain blueprints for an enterprise architecture strategy ensuring integration across global applications
Leverage technology standards and roadmaps to ensure IT solutions are best aligned to business and IT strategic goals
Ensure application teams design and deploy dynamically scalable, highly available, and reliable applications
Research, identify, recommend and document applications, data, platforms and infrastructure for solving and supporting new systems
Participate in development of technology roadmaps based on requirements of current and future business needs
Maintain relationships with key technology vendors in partnership with technology delivery team leads to understand and influence vendor capabilities, key trends, and product direction
Keeps abreast of new methods and developments affecting the organization and recommends changes in emphasis of programs or new programs warranted by such developments
Technical Leadership
Educate internal IT teams on roadmaps, standards and new technologies
Represent Polaris as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects
Interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring influencing and coordination between organizations.
Influence on multiple disciplines with broad base business contribution with cumulative impact based on technical contribution and program execution.
Team Leadership
Exhibits strong values and behaviors including influencing, coaching and guiding employees at all levels of a matrix organization and is recognized as a strong team leader
Proactively develops employees through working relationships, sharing knowledge and building networks with across the company
QUALIFICATIONS:
4-year degree in IT/Business related field is required, an advanced degree in technology is strongly preferred
10+ years of progressive business/technology experience
5+ years Solution Architecture experience with broad systems architecture design, planning and implementation including experience with cloud solutions and enterprise services
Minimum of 3-4+ years of experience with hybrid (Azure cloud & on-premises) integration architecture and application development is required.
Broad knowledge and experience with any ERP platform is required with a preference given to Microsoft D365 ERP platform
Experience in the manufacturing, supply chain, sourcing, finance, and engineering domains is highly desired.
Experience in applications that supports manufacturing plants and assembly lines utilizing IoT devices is a plus.
Previous experience working with Agile methodology
Proven success in mentoring and developing less experienced technical team members
Complete understanding and application of business practices and of technical principles, theories and concepts.
Solid understanding of how program objectives, tools and resources relate cross-functionally
Thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple project assignments.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
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About Polaris
As the global leader in Powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. With annual 2021 sales of $8.2 billion, Polaris’ high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; Indian Motorcycle® midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; snowmobiles; and deck, cruiser and pontoon boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments, and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket portfolio. Polaris’ presence in adjacent markets includes military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com
EEO Statement
Polaris is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at
http://www.polaris.com/careers