Ford Motor Company
Senior IT Architect
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, United States, 48120
Job Description
We are embarking on an exciting and strategic initiative to modernize our Material Management processes by migrating our legacy mainframe application (CMMS) to a cutting-edge SAP S4/HANA platform. This project will streamline our supply chain operations, enhance visibility and efficiency, and create a robust foundation for future growth.
We are searching for a visionary and experienced Senior Architect to lead the technical design and implementation of critical Material Management modernization program. You will be responsible for defining the overall technical architecture, guiding development teams, working with SAP platform teams, other architects, vendors and business teams, and ensuring a smooth transition to the new platform, with a specific focus on designing and implementing the next generation reporting solution.
Responsibilities
Technical Architecture Design:
Evolve the overall technical architecture for the Material Management modernization program, encompassing the SAP S4/HANA platform, integration points with other systems, data migration strategies, and security considerations with special focus on Reporting needs for the applicationDevelop and maintain detailed technical specifications, ensuring alignment with business requirements and best practices.Collaborate with the Implementation Lead to ensure seamless integration between technical and functional aspects of the project.
Solution Design & Development:
Lead the design and development of technical solutions for key functionalities within the Material Management module, including, inventory management, reporting and supplier collaboration.Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles and coding standards.Identify and propose innovative solutions to address technical challenges and optimize system performance.
Legacy System Integration & Migration:
Define and oversee the technical aspects of the migration process from the legacy mainframe application to SAP S4/HANA.Collaborate with data migration specialists to ensure accurate and efficient data transfer, including data mapping, cleansing, and transformation.Design and implement integration strategies for legacy systems and third-party applications.
Technology Selection & Evaluation:
Research and evaluate emerging technologies and solutions relevant to the project, recommending best-fit options based on technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and long-term sustainability.Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in SAP S4/HANA architecture, integration, and development.
Technical Leadership & Collaboration:
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the development team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding.Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring project success and minimizing potential disruptions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.10+ years of experience in enterprise-level software architecture, with a focus on SAP S4/HANA implementations.Proven expertise in designing and implementing complex technical solutions for Material Management (MM) processes.Deep understanding of SAP S4/HANA architecture, including its modules, functionalities, and integration points.Experience with legacy system migration projects, particularly from mainframe platforms.Strong knowledge of data migration strategies, data modeling, and integration technologies.Experience with
SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), SAP BusinessObjects (BO), SAP BW/4HANA, SAP BTP, and SAP Data Intelligence:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with both technical and business teams.Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
•Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
•Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
•Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
•Tuition assistance
•Established and active employee resource groups
•Paid time off for individual and team community service
•A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
•Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
Benefit Summary
This position is a salary grade
LL6 .
This position is a range of salary grades
LL6.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
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We are embarking on an exciting and strategic initiative to modernize our Material Management processes by migrating our legacy mainframe application (CMMS) to a cutting-edge SAP S4/HANA platform. This project will streamline our supply chain operations, enhance visibility and efficiency, and create a robust foundation for future growth.
We are searching for a visionary and experienced Senior Architect to lead the technical design and implementation of critical Material Management modernization program. You will be responsible for defining the overall technical architecture, guiding development teams, working with SAP platform teams, other architects, vendors and business teams, and ensuring a smooth transition to the new platform, with a specific focus on designing and implementing the next generation reporting solution.
Responsibilities
Technical Architecture Design:
Evolve the overall technical architecture for the Material Management modernization program, encompassing the SAP S4/HANA platform, integration points with other systems, data migration strategies, and security considerations with special focus on Reporting needs for the applicationDevelop and maintain detailed technical specifications, ensuring alignment with business requirements and best practices.Collaborate with the Implementation Lead to ensure seamless integration between technical and functional aspects of the project.
Solution Design & Development:
Lead the design and development of technical solutions for key functionalities within the Material Management module, including, inventory management, reporting and supplier collaboration.Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles and coding standards.Identify and propose innovative solutions to address technical challenges and optimize system performance.
Legacy System Integration & Migration:
Define and oversee the technical aspects of the migration process from the legacy mainframe application to SAP S4/HANA.Collaborate with data migration specialists to ensure accurate and efficient data transfer, including data mapping, cleansing, and transformation.Design and implement integration strategies for legacy systems and third-party applications.
Technology Selection & Evaluation:
Research and evaluate emerging technologies and solutions relevant to the project, recommending best-fit options based on technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and long-term sustainability.Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in SAP S4/HANA architecture, integration, and development.
Technical Leadership & Collaboration:
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the development team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding.Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring project success and minimizing potential disruptions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.10+ years of experience in enterprise-level software architecture, with a focus on SAP S4/HANA implementations.Proven expertise in designing and implementing complex technical solutions for Material Management (MM) processes.Deep understanding of SAP S4/HANA architecture, including its modules, functionalities, and integration points.Experience with legacy system migration projects, particularly from mainframe platforms.Strong knowledge of data migration strategies, data modeling, and integration technologies.Experience with
SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), SAP BusinessObjects (BO), SAP BW/4HANA, SAP BTP, and SAP Data Intelligence:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with both technical and business teams.Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
•Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
•Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
•Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
•Tuition assistance
•Established and active employee resource groups
•Paid time off for individual and team community service
•A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
•Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
Benefit Summary
This position is a salary grade
LL6 .
This position is a range of salary grades
LL6.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
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#LI-GH2