Senior Director, Architecture

nn Primary Location: 3003 Summit Blvd, Atlanta, GA, USAnn nn Division: Cox Automotivenn nn Job Level: Director/Senior Directornn nn Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Timenn nn Schedule: Full-timenn nn Shift: Day Jobnn nn Requisition Number: 211812nn n nnEach of Cox Automotive’s lines of business (Delivery Streams) has a team of technical and solution architects responsible for nurturing an architecture that improves the quality, simplicity, and time-to-market of its software products.

The Sr.

Director of Architecture leads one of these Delivery Stream Architecture Teams, working collaboratively to create the architectural vision for the Delivery Stream and supporting team members responsible for executing it.nn nnThe DSA (Delivery Stream Architect) is a leader who can effectively foster an environment of trust, collaboration, and high-performance.

This person must knock down technical, cultural, or organizational impediments, mentor lead technical staff, and collaborate with other architecture and engineering leaders to develop a healthy organization.nn nnAs a member of the Delivery Stream leadership team, the DSA works with counterparts in Engineering, Product Management and Agile Delivery to define, plan, and execute the product engineering work for their Delivery Stream, with a focus on guiding the architecture of the software and solutions towards the architectural vision.

The DSA collaborates with stakeholders across the company to ensure that the solutions delivered meet both business and technical objectives and are aligned with the long-term technology roadmap.nn nnReporting to the AVP of Architecture for the Portfolio Group, the DSA is a part of the broader CAI-wide architecture practice, and participates in developing prescriptive patterns, standards, and target-state architectures for the enterprise.nn nnThe DSA and the Release Train Architects that are a part of his / her team will play a strategic leadership role in guiding engineering teams toward next-generation architecture and engineering capabilities, including but not limited to:nn nnDesigning Cloud Native applications leveraging AWS services Leveraging appropriate architecture patterns and best practices Building secure, scalable and resilient software systemsnn nn Responsibilities: nn Serve as the Architecture leader for the Delivery Stream, in partnership with Product, Engineering, Agile Delivery and Business leadership Set the Delivery Stream architectural direction, long-term vision, and guiding principles Frame technical or architectural alternatives in business terms, clearly articulating both business and technical implications of various options Champion sound architectural solutions and effectively advocate for them at an executive level Manage technical debt and risk; work with Product and Engineering in establishing appropriate risk/debt management practices Drive creation, adoption and reuse of enterprise technology assets Manage a team of Release Train architects, who provide architectural stewardship for the software products delivered by the Delivery Stream Qualifications: 10+ years experience in full development life cycle and significant experience in delivering applications and architecture services in a production environment 5+ years experience in the implementation of structured design and architecture processes in a corporate environment.

5+ years leadership experience, preferably in roles of incrementally increasing responsibility Deep understanding of the architecture discipline, processes, concepts and best practices Experience with cloud-native architectures or compatible architecture patterns Demonstrated proficiency in at least three of the following areas: business architecture, application architecture, data architecture, technical/infrastructure architecture, security disciplines, or operational disciplines.

Exemplary soft skills and a track record of applying these skills as a practicing architect.

Outstanding verbal and written communication, presentation, facilitation, and interaction skills, including ability to effectively communicate architectural issues and concepts to multiple organization levels.

Great time management and a passion for delivering on commitments.

Understanding and experience in development and project management processes and agile methodologies.

Proven leadership, influence, and mentoring skills.

nn PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: nn Knowledge of the Automotive industry n nn Who We Are nn nn About Cox Automotive nn nn There’s nothing ordinary about Cox Automotive.

We are people of every background driven by our passion for mobility, innovation, client success and community outreach.

We make buying, selling and owning (or simply using) cars easier for everyone.

Touching more than 40,000 clients across five continents, we bring together the best brands and the best teams to propel the automotive industry forward.

Some of those team members work for our iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book, while others are creating the future of automotive at industry-facing brands like Dealer.com, Manheim and vAuto.

nn nn nn nn About Cox nn nn We are the Cox family of businesses.

We’ve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us.

Our primary divisions
– Cox Communications and Cox Automotive
– are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators.

We’re also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation.

We’re looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow.

Sound intriguing?

Learn more about where we are today, where we hope you’ll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com.

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