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Solutions Architect

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • St. Louis

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years in enterprise solutions, 5+ years in cloud architectures, microservices, Kafka, observability tools, and a background in Financial Services.
  • You will drive architectural adoption, support Agile teams, build stakeholder partnerships, and collaborate with support teams to promote upgrades and best practices.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in designing and building large-scale enterprise distributed solutions.
  • 5+ years of experience in domain modelling, system design, cloud architectures & integration patterns, including experience with the following:
  • Designing and building Microservices & REST API's.
  • Relational and non-relational data stores.
  • Designing and building highly scalable, distributed & secure solutions that run in a cloud environment such as Azure.
  • Microservices, API Management, Event Streaming, Cloud-Native Patterns, Observability & Performance optimizations.
  • Hands-on background in Kafka or equivalent technology supporting large-scale distributed and highly resilient systems.
  • Strong knowledge of observability and monitoring solutions with hands-on experience with Splunk, Dynatrace, Grafana or similar tools.
  • Distributed caching and large-scale data replication patterns.
  • Background in Financial Services technology, solutions, and vendor offerings.
  • Financial products and services, trading, bookkeeping, and/or document management experience.

Responsibilities

  • Drive adoption of architectural patterns, design policies, code quality and performance across initiatives.
  • Support Agile Delivery teams as they build solutions, showing a strong knowledge of Agile methodology, DevOps, and continuous delivery practices.
  • Build strong partnerships and relationships with stakeholders in Product Management, UX, PMO, Enterprise Architecture, Infrastructure, and Security.
  • Work closely with support teams, systems, and business leads to promote technical and functional upgrades, enhancements, and best practices/industry standards.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we support a hybrid work model where employees are expected to work in the office three days per week, preferably from Tuesday through Thursday, if they live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ or St. Louis, MO office locations.

What is the hiring minimum salary for this position?

The hiring minimum salary for the Solutions Architect position is $117,000.

What is the hiring maximum salary for this position?

The hiring maximum salary for the Solutions Architect position is $199,300.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

Candidates need a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience, with at least 10 years of experience in designing and building large-scale enterprise distributed solutions and 5 years of experience in domain modeling, system design, cloud architectures, and integration patterns.

Are there any specific technologies or tools that candidates should be familiar with?

Yes, candidates should have experience in designing and building Microservices, REST APIs, working with relational and non-relational data stores, and technologies such as Kafka, Azure, Splunk, Dynatrace, and Grafana.

What kind of benefits does Edward Jones offer?

Edward Jones offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, a 401k retirement plan, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, vacation days, and personal days, among others.

Is there a preference for experience in a specific industry?

Yes, having a background in Financial Services technology, solutions, and vendor offerings is considered a plus for this role.

What is the primary focus of the Solutions Architect position?

The primary focus is to drive adoption of architectural patterns, support Agile delivery teams, promote technical and functional upgrades, and build strong partnerships with stakeholders across various teams.

What is the work environment like at Edward Jones?

Edward Jones fosters an innovative, flexible, and inclusive work environment where associates are valued, and their contributions are recognized. The company emphasizes a client-first approach and community betterment.

How does Edward Jones view diversity and inclusion?

Edward Jones is committed to building a place where everyone feels like they belong, respecting and supporting its associates regardless of race, gender, religion, and other factors, as outlined in their diversity and inclusion policies.

Built to make a difference.

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1922
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 firm, provides financial services in the U.S. and through its affiliate in Canada. The firm’s nearly 19,000 financial advisors serve more than 8 million clients with a total of $1.7 trillion in client assets under care. Edward Jones’ purpose is to partner for positive impact to improve the lives of its clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. Through the dedication of the firm’s 50,000 associates and our branch presence in 68 percent of U.S. counties, the firm is committed to helping more people achieve financially what is most important to them.