Solutions Architect

POSITION SUMMARY

Republic Services is developing, growing and expanding and is focused on building innovative technology platforms. The technology transformation at Republic Services is happening right now, and we are seeking the brightest and most talented Information Technology professionals to lead the way in this transformation. We seek enthusiastic individuals who are excited about transforming the way we utilize technology in our industry. Technical expertise and creativity are the keys to ensuring that we build the best technology solutions resulting in a superior experience for our customers and employees. The Solution Architect provides technical leadership over multiple software development projects within the IT organization – focusing on Digital platform as a core domain of expertise. This position serves as a technical advisor to senior IT management and mentors junior level technical staff within the organization, but does not have supervisory responsibility. The Solution Architect has a strong understanding of current software frameworks, design principles, and software development tools; and helps to provide continuous improvements to the software development process.

Employment Type: Full time

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Following Enterprise Architecture guidelines, develops lower level solution design (APIs, schemas, object models, etc.) for highly reliable enterprise systems.
• Develops and maintains in-depth knowledge of Republic business processes across the Digital, Cloud based, Low Code/No Code, Web/mobile platforms and Customer Experience domains.
• Evaluates proposed software development projects and assesses the feasibility of the project and impact on existing systems.
• Provides technical direction on multiple, concurrent large scale development projects for both on-shore and off-shore teams.
• Researches and prototypes various emerging technologies for business innovation, improvements in customer experience, and business differentiation through best in class products and technology platforms.
• Creates / contributes to business cases for product and service value propositions through the use of emerging technologies.
• Maintains deep, up-to-date expertise and knowledge in multiple areas of technology with detailed focus in the Digital domain.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven success leading multiple, concurrent software development projects.
• Expertise in design patterns, algorithms and data modeling.
• Working knowledge of servers, storage, networks and high availability systems.
• Proven competency in designing and developing multi-tiered enterprise systems.
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including agile and waterfall methodologies.
• Fluency in one or more of the following: Java, JavaScript, Web and Mobile platforms, IoT platforms, Low Code/No Code platforms, Salesforce.com and/or service based integration frameworks.
• Understanding of Enterprise Services principles such as: SOA, API and services architecture.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 8 years of relevant experience in enterprise software development.
• 5 years working with Digital Web/Mobile and/or Cloud based platforms in a developer/architect capacity.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, the