Solutions Architect

Company Description

Adtalem Global Education is a national leader in post-secondary education and leading provider of professional talent to the healthcare industry. Adtalem educates and empowers students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in their communities and make a lasting impact on public health, well-being, and beyond. Through equitable access to education, environments that nurture student success, and a focus on expanding and diversifying the talent pipeline in healthcare, Adtalem is building a brighter future for communities and the world.

Adtalem is the parent organization of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, and Walden University.

In our U.S. locations, we operate on a hybrid work model with three in-office days and two remote days per week. Starting Q1 2025, we will transition to a four-day in-office schedule, Monday-Thursday. This in-office time fosters creativity, innovation, communication, and stronger team relationships, supporting both individual and organizational success.

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Job Description

The position is responsible for leading the design and implementation of complex and innovative solutions that align with business objectives and goals. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide technical leadership, and ensure the successful delivery of projects.

• Lead the end-to-end design of comprehensive and scalable solutions that align with business goals. Work closely with business stakeholders and product managers to understand requirements and develop solution strategies that leverage our products and services.
• Design and oversee the integration of diverse software and hardware components, ensuring interoperability and optimal performance. Develop architecture blueprints, technical specifications, and system integration strategies to enable seamless data exchange and integration with existing systems.
• Identify potential risks and challenges associated with solution implementation and provide mitigation strategies. Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure that solutions meet industry standards, data privacy regulations, and security requirements.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including solution architectures, design patterns, deployment guides, and best practices. Contribute to knowledge sharing initiatives, such as internal training programs and technical workshops.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including technology, product management, and support, to align technical solutions with business strategies. Stay updated with market trends, technological advancements, and industry standards to provide thought leadership and contribute to the organization's technical vision.
• Experience in designing and delivering Generation AI applications in production.
• Experience in implementing, understanding, and improving Gen AI evaluation and observability metrics.
• Expert in designing and developing Generative AI experiences.
• Ed Tech and Higher education experience preferred.
• Experience in Azure or GCP platform preferred.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science.
• Five (5) plus years of architecture experience across software development technologies, having highly competent knowledge of standard software development lifecycle and project management techniques/methodologies.
• Three (3) plus years of experience in managing multiple, medium to large, cross-functional teams or projects, and influencing senior level management and key stakeholders.
• Experience with systems development lifecycle and system management processes, including business requirements, design, configuration, and user acceptance testing.
• Experience working in multiple Information Technology environments.
• Strong expertise in solution architecture principles, design patterns, and industry best practices.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud computing platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and associated services.
• Proficiency in software development methodologies, programming languages, and frameworks.
• In-depth understanding of database systems, data modeling, NoSQL, and SQL.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex technical challenges.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, with experience in guiding and motivating teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients and stakeholders at all levels.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $84,835.61 and $153,548.46. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match.
• Participation in Adtalem's Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy.
• 12 Paid Holidays.

For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.

You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Equal Opportunity - Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation