Position Type:
Technology

Date Posted:
4/26/2024

Location:
Technology

Closing Date:
until filledJob Title: Solutions Architect
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: OPS Technology
Dept Code: OPS Tech
Primary Supervisor: Technology Director
Secondary Supervisor: Operations and Compliance District Director
Grade Band Served: AGB
Location: Primarily Remote
Hours/Days: 8AM-4PM Monday-Friday
Salary starting at: $__,___.00/Year
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to design and implement innovative solutions on our platform and with our technical support team. The Solutions Architect will work closely with team members, stakeholders, users, and other teams to understand business requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions within our platform. Responsibilities

Build and maintain intuitive, efficient user interfaces using Angular
Active Development in Azure using cloud based storage which includes but is not limited to Azure SQL, SQL Server, CosmosDB, and Blob Storage
Automated build and release pipelines using Azure DevOps for CI/CD
Develop and design RESTful services and APIs
Apply latest software design techniques and contribute to the technical design of new solutions
Write object-oriented and maintainable code
Consults with other developers, data analysts and other IT specialists to determine system specifications to meet the functional and performance requirements
Communicate concepts, recommendations, and solutions effectively with customers as well as management, verbally and in written format
Architects, designs, develops web applications and cloud solutions to meet customer/product requirements
Provide support and maintenance for existing software and/or web applications/products
Manages the full development lifecycle, from planning & design, to implementation, testing & deployment
Create standards for Junior Developers, guide and mentor Junior Developers through system changes
Conduct regular code reviews
Ensuring adherence to coding standards, scalability, and maintainability
Oversee the integration of front-end and back-end elements
Run coding exercises
Develop lesson plans and paths
Lead discussion for new features
Set and implement security, code monitoring, network & infrastructure standards
Collaborate with stakeholders and users to understand their business needs and challenges
Create architectural diagrams, technical specifications, and implementation plans
Evaluate and recommend technology solutions, tools, and frameworks
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends ? Deliver quality results on time with minimal supervision

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's degree preferred) ? A minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, system architecture, or related roles ? Proficiency in using: o C#

o Angular o .NET o SQL o Azure o Node Packages

Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native architectures
Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD, infrastructure as code)
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Certificates and Licenses

Clearance Certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission required
Experience working in Agile environment
Experience with Scrum
Understanding of SOLID Principles
Experience with educational platforms
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect

Other Requirements

Experience implementing technology platforms
Demonstrate strong technology skills
Desire to research and learn new technology skills and platforms
Ability to work independently as well as collaborate and communicate effectively within a team
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
Ability to manage competing priorities with attention to deadlines
Strong critical thinking, planning, and writing skills
Excellent organization skills, including ability to incorporate methods and build systems that can be used across the district
Great project management skills, with a passion for technology and learning
Must be an advocate for virtual learning and believe in the mission of Georgia Cyber Academy
Maintain a professional home office without distraction during 8-4 workday when working from home
Consistent access to reliable high-speed internet
Valid driver's license and availability of private transportation
Ability to travel to required yearly professional development in Georgia

Physical Abilities & Working Conditions
The Physical Abilities and Working Conditions listed in this section are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of, physical abilities and working conditions which may be required of positions in this class. Georgia Cyber Academy encourages persons with disabilities who are interested in employment in this class and need reasonable accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department for further information.

Work Schedule: This is a Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM, 5 Days/Week, Remote position.
In-Person Attendance: In-person attendance at professional development, training, conferences, job fairs, meetings, school events, marketing events, and/or testing sites will be required several times per year.
Vision: (which may be corrected) to read small print; view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
Hearing: (which may be corrected) to answer telephones and tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.
Speech: to be understood in face-to-face or virtual communications; to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone and/or computer.
Upper Body Mobility: use hands and fingers to feel, grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.
Strength: to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 5 or more pounds on a frequent basis.
Environmental Requirements: encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.
Mental Requirements: read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgment and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records.

Georgia Cyber Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Georgia Cyber Academy assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by
Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary as allowable under federal funding requirements, if applicable. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. All employment is "at-ill" as governed by the laws of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-all" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

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