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Volvo Group Solution Architect in Greensboro, North Carolina
Solution Architect
Location:
Greensboro, NC, US, 27409
Position Type: Professional
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
As a Global Solution Architect, you will be part of VFS which, in partnership with the Volvo Group brands, is facilitating the development of common Services platforms that are supporting Volvo Group’s expansion.
Designing solutions compliant with the CAST model (Common Architecture, Shared Technology) allows VFS to create scalable, cost-effective global solutions while giving Volvo Group brands the ability to deliver high value to their customers and employees.
You will also provide guidance and ensure adherence to best practices, standards, and target architecture as per the VFS Design Authority process.
As an IT solution architect, you will work in a cross-functional team to understand the project/product scope, objectives, and business value. You will engage with external vendors to evaluate COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) solutions to define which solutions are in line with our long-term front-end technology roadmap and business strategy. You will collaborate with UI/UX designers, front-end and back-end developers, and QA engineers to ensure the quality and performance of IT solutions is top-notch.
Your Future Team
You will report directly to the Solution Architecture Chapter Lead within VFS D&IT and will be assigned to a stable, global cross-functional team. Digital and IT is the engine of the VFS business, and we continue our strategic journey to further improve performance and to deliver the best customer experience in the industry. In this exciting environment, we are focused on Digital Innovation to meet the demands of our customers in an increasingly digitalized world.
In many of our markets, VFS has won the Great Place to Work award, where Great Work is done. By interacting with each other as an on-site business, we build relationships, which allow us to work together more efficiently and form stronger bonds with our colleagues and customers. The preferred location is Greensboro, NC (USA).
Who are you?
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, we believe it is the right mindset that will make a difference at VFS. If you, besides your genuine interest in working with people in Transforming Together, also have a positive, service-oriented, and collaborative mindset, and take a proactive approach to handling all responsibilities, idea generation, and recommendations for productivity and efficiency - then we would welcome you to apply for this role.
We believe the successful candidate has the passion and excitement to take on this challenge.
Qualifications likely required to be successful in this role include:
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Solution Architect, working in an Azure cloud-based ecosystem, and satisfactory experience in a myriad of integration technologies and architecture patterns.
• Deep understanding of Azure services, including computing, storage, networking, databases, security, DevOps, and AI.
• Solid understanding of common cloud architecture patterns (e.g., microservices, event-driven, serverless, API gateway) and their application to Azure solutions.
• Proven ability to design scalable, reliable, and secure cloud architectures.
• Experience in designing complex, global solutions.
• Experience in using web services and APIs to integrate web applications with back-end systems.
• Experience implementing integration patterns in Azure environments using tools like Azure Service Bus, Event Grid, Logic Apps, and Azure Functions.
• Has an open mind and is a creative thinker to address complex challenges (using Design Thinking).
• Knowledge of web security best practices and techniques.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. English fluency is mandatory.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Acting as a mentor, providing technical guidance to development/stable teams.
• Automotive and/or financial banking industry experience mandatory.
• We are embarking on our AI journey, so hands on experience with Generative AI projects are mandatory.
Required certifications:
o Microsoft Certified Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900) Certificate (mandatory)
o Designing and implementing a Microsoft Azure AI Solution (AI-102) (mandatory)
o MS Azure Solutions Architect certification is a plus.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a solid and competitive package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy a diverse working environment with a culture of care and inclusion. As an investment, we support your personal development and growth to achieve your career aspirations. Volvo Financial Services is an on-site business, and we understand that you might need occasional or temporary flexibility, which your leader is equipped to manage and fits well to our culture, as being together enables us to build upon our innovative and collaborative culture, as well as develop you for continued success.
Ready for the next move?
If you want to make a real impact in your career, Volvo Financial Services is where you want to be.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
At Volvo Financial Services , we are working together to shape the world we want to live in. As the captive finance arm of the Volvo Group, VFS provides financial services and solutions that meet the needs of our customers’ evolving business. Through our dedication to innovation, we support society in its adoption of sustainable transport and equipment solutions. VFS is headquartered inGothenburg, Sweden, and serves Volvo Group customers and dealers in more than 50 markets.
Job Category: Information Technology
Organization: Volvo Financial Services
Travel Required: Occasional Travel
Requisition ID: 19803
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Do we share the same aspirations?
Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.
Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.
Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.
If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.
Nearest Major Market: Greensboro