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1st shift (United States of America)Please review the following job description:
Teammate reports to the Chief Architect for Core Technology. They will focus on system architecture elements consumed enterprise-wide with a focus on the operational data elements of technical infrastructure required to accelerate hybrid cloud transformation. Leads in the development of enterprise architecture principles, patterns, standards, and practices for operational data products and their incorporation into infrastructure platforms and utilization by the application portfolio as well as adherence to those practices. Partners closely with operational data Product Line Executive in the architecture, design, and stakeholder management of CIO level cross-functional delivery teams (Tech Delivery and Operations, Business, Risk, Cyber, Data) as well as support organizations (HR, finance, etc.) to drive product innovation & optimization to ensure the delivery of secure resilient application consumable solutions to the customer.
Applies advanced knowledge of banking technology and IT architecture principles to identify and evaluate alternatives across the constantly evolving landscape of operational data architectures and solutions. Leads the selection of methodologies, tools, and components for the operational data elements of total IT solutions.
The successful Operational Data Enterprise Architect: Provides guidance and support for solution architects on the implementation of operational data within complex architectural patterns on a variety of multi-platform systems; Develops operational data architecture plans and reviews cost and feasibility of alternatives while ensuring the plan supports the strategic needs of the company; Interprets internal/ external business challenges and recommends best practices on selecting and adopting operational data solutions; Uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions; Designs strategies for enterprise online transactional processing (OLTP) databases; Sets standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security; Contributes to the model, design, and construction of large relational and non-relational databases in traditional distributed and cloud native environments; Creates and optimizes data models for performance and functionality.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
Top downoperational data centered infrastructure architecture roadmap development and design with focus on enabling software defined infrastructure implementation, provisioning and consumption, along with collaboration with infrastructure and application technology leaders and risk partners to refine and instantiate a hybrid cloud strategy reflecting corporate objectives/strategy and risk appetite
Architect cross-cutting enterprise infrastructure solutions that span across multiple CIOs and domainsand across the spectrum of operational data technologies
Provide thought leadership based on hands-on experience in the development and modernization of operational datatechnology standards enabling modern approaches to technology resiliency
Set, adapt, and instantiate strategic direction foroperational datatechnology infrastructure in alignment with the Business Strategy and Technology standards and provide thought leadership in the development of an enterprise strategic IT plan.
Maintain a high level of awareness and understanding of existing and emerging operational datatechnologies, as well as industry and bank issues, to effectively match them.
End to end accountability to review and approve design solutions that are fit-for-purpose in meeting the business needs of the enterprise while continuing the evolution of the technology landscape
Lead or "jump start" operational data centric initiatives deemed critical to and Truist's technology services
Provide thought leadership in new technology innovation, incubation, introduction and implementation critical to Truist's technology and business strategy roadmaps and ongoing success
Develop and document operational relational and non-relational database architectures.
Collaborate with system architects, software architects, design analysts, and others to understand business or industry requirements and translate into implementable database solutions.
Develop database architectural strategies at the modeling, design, and implementation stages to address business or industry requirements.
Design databases to support business applications, ensuring system scalability, security, performance, and reliability.
Design database applications, such as interfaces, data transfer mechanisms, global temporary tables, data partitions, and function-based indexes to enable efficient access of the generic database structure.
Develop methods for integrating different products so they work properly together, such as customizing commercial databases to fit specific needs.
Create and enforce database development standards.
Identify and evaluate industry trends in database systems.
Demonstrate database technical functionality, such as performance, security, and reliability.
Design load-balancing processes to eliminate down time for backup processes.
Identify, evaluate, and recommend hardware or software technologies to achieve desired database performance.
Identify and correct deviations from database development standards.
Develop data models for applications, metadata tables, views, or related database structures.
Document database schemas, using accepted notations.
Develop data models describing data elements and their use.
Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.
Test programs or databases, correct errors, and make necessary modifications.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field
Twenty (20) years of architecture/design/delivery experience which includes fifteen (15) years of enterprise architecture experience or twenty years' solution architecture experience in technology and security, and ten years of banking/financial business domain
Comprehensive experience with various architectural domains including infrastructure and complementary domains such as application, data, and integration
Strong analytical and broad architectural skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong negotiation/facilitation skills
Significant knowledge of current and emerging architecture principles, methodologies and tools
Experience as negotiator with vendors for relevant products and services
Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking with ability to differentiate feasible from academic solutions
Demonstrated thought-leadership skills with the ability to translate high-level business planning information into application needs/solutions
Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products
Ability to travel, occasionally overnight
Preferred Qualifications:
Relational Database management system software ?- Microsoft SQL Server; PostgreSQL; IBM DB2; Oracle; AWS DynamoDB; AWS Aurora; Azure Cosmos DB; Couchbase
No SQL Database - MongoDB; AWS DynamoDB?
Configuration management software ?- Terraform; Red Hat Ansible Engine
Database schema automation - LiquidBase
Database replication - MS SQL Server Always On; Pacemaker; Tivoli System Automation; Oracle Data Guard; Rubrik
Data integration - Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Business intelligence and data analysis software ?- Microsoft SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS); Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS); Microsoft Power BI
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist's generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site (https://benefits.truist.com/)
. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist's defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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