Integration Architect

Core Responsibilities:

1.      Integration Requirements Analysis: Analyze integration requirements and translate them into technical specifications and Statements of Work (SOW) for Systems Integrators (SI) to implement.

2.      Integration Solution Design: Design and architect integration solutions that align with project goals, industry best practices, Integration Strategy and enterprise architecture principles.

3.      System Evaluation: Evaluate retained/existing systems and identify integration opportunities to enhance data exchange, system interoperability, and operational efficiency.

4.      Collaboration with Implementation Partners: Work with implementation partners to develop integration delivery plans and guide them through the implementation.

5.      Integration Technology Selection: Identify appropriate integration patterns, technologies, and tools to achieve seamless data flow and integration between different systems.

6.      Technical Documentation Review: Review and validate SI’s technical documentations, including system diagrams, data mappings, integration flows, and API specifications.

7.      Collaboration with SI Development Teams: Collaborate with SI’s development teams to ensure proper implementation and adherence to integration architecture standards and guidelines.

8.      Integration Testing: Ensure adequate integration testing is performed to ensure reliable and scalable integration solutions.

9.      Integration Strategy: Develop and maintain a comprehensive integration strategy that supports business objectives and aligns with the overall IT strategy.

10.   API Strategy: Design and implement an API strategy to facilitate seamless integration between different systems.

11.   Project Leadership: Lead integration projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the organization's needs.

12.   Solution Deployment: Oversee the deployment of integration solutions, ensuring they meet business requirements and comply with architecture standards.

13.   Technical Expertise: Provide technical expertise in identifying, evaluating, and developing effective integration procedures and strategies.

14.   Stakeholder Management: Work closely with business leaders, developers, and other stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into integration solutions.

15.   Vendor Management: Manage relationships with software and service vendors, ensuring they meet service level agreements and deliver quality products and services.

16.   Risk Management: Identify and manage risks associated with integration projects.