Solutions Architect

About FedExWe re on our way to becoming the world s most flexible efficient and intelligent supply chain As the global landscape continues to change we pivot and reinvent how we workxe2x80x94so we can connect the world with people and products in the ways that matter We ll always look for ways to work better smarter and faster And our team members keep making a difference every day Join FedEx in India- A diverse group of tech enthusiasts who are passionate about progress and innovation working together to build solutions for our customers across the globe - A passionate group of people committed to delivering outstanding experiences A culture that inclusive and rewarding place to work where growth and learning are prioritized employee successes are celebrated and team membersare delivering hope change and newAbout FedEx Located in Hyderabad India FedEx ACC India serves as a strategic technology division for FedEx that will focus on developing innovative solutions for our customers and team members across the globe These solutions will enhance productivity minimize expenses and update our technology infrastructure to continue providing the outstanding experiences our customers expect Under limited guidance work at the business unit level developing the end-to-end solution architecture for significant initiatives in partnership with key business and IT stakeholders Job Summary This position works closely with business and technical stakeholders at the business unit level to translate FedEx business strategy and initiatives into actionable end-to-end solutions The Solution Architect will work with Stakeholders and Architects to identify and define business unit level capabilities build out a long-term roadmap and create SAFe artifacts for the consumption of the teams to execute the initiatives with a business value driven approach This will require understanding of the impact and influence of broader industry and technology trends on the strategic business vision to recommend action plans across business unit The Solution Architect will combine business strategy with technical and application portfolio knowledge to deconstruct complex concepts into smaller simplified components and capabilities The Solution Architect will provide mentoring for the development of those in less senior positions Job Requirements Lead the long-range planning for the business application data and technical architecture for the solutions in a specific domain Exposes current state architecture and identifies options for future state architecture Works closely with business and IT stakeholders creating solutions that balance competing interests and concerns Develops plans for and facilitates the migration from current to selected future state by providing technical leadership to multiple initiatives Participate and engage with the PRT decomposition analysis to understand the Epic request Participate and engage with the Solution Product Management team to ensure feasibility of the capabilities and features created during the Solution Delivery Assessment phase Lead create the Solution Context Solution Intent artifacts as part of the Solution Delivery Decomposition and Analysis phases Provide conceptual and detailed design of data structures for data at rest databases and data in motion API interfaces messages Develop architecture solutions that meet performance scalability reliability and security needs Responsible for decisions priorities regarding the overall domain architecture Conduct ad-hoc data analysis to identify insights and recommend key performance indicators KPIs for effective tracking of application performance metrics Execute ad-hoc data mapping activities to ensure seamless integration and alignment of data structures in the absence of the US peer solution architect Be able to communicate with Business and IT leadership stakeholders daily using various channels such as emails chats and presentations Provide technical guidance to the development team Mentor those in less senior positions Skills Required Experience with large-scale enterprise applications design and architecture Experience or familiarity with cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure with potential for future cloud application work Experience across various architectures including Microservices and Event-Driven Architectures Domain Driven Design Experience in an IT role requiring effective communication with senior leadership and all relevant functions Experience delivering architecture solutions in an agile environment and constantly evolving the architecture with changing business needs Expertise in Java and Spring Boot for software development with knowledge of network latency and messaging systems Familiarity with database systems such as Cassandra Oracle PostgreSQL as well as GLS geographically located systems Knowledge of modern architecture practices patterns technologies and models Knowledge of technology solutions and ability to learn understand and work quickly with emerging technologies methodologies and solutions in the cloud IT technology space Knowledge of Shipment Domain or Shipment data flow will be considered a plus Soft Skills Communication Skills Articulate complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner to diverse audiences including stakeholders team members and executives Foster open communication channels within the team and across ARTs domains to facilitate collaboration and alignment Leadership Lead by example demonstrating integrity resilience and a commitment to excellence Inspire and motivate team members to embrace challenges drive innovation and deliver high-quality solutions Cultivate a culture of accountability continuous learning and professional growth Collaboration Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including developers engineers product managers and business stakeholders Foster a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued and collective success is prioritized over individual achievements Adaptability Adapt quickly to changing business priorities technological advancements and market dynamics Embrace uncertainty and ambiguity as opportunities for growth and innovation Remain flexible and open-minded in the face of challenges seeking creative solutions to complex problems Empathy Demonstrate empathy and emotional intelligence in your interactions with team members and stakeholders Understand their perspectives needs and concerns and proactively address them with sensitivity and compassion Foster a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected Conflict Resolution Effectively manage conflicts and disagreements within the team or with stakeholders employing active listening negotiation and mediation skills Seek mutually beneficial resolutions that prioritize team cohesion and project success Decision Making Make informed decisions based on a balance of data-driven insights technical expertise and strategic considerations Evaluate risks and trade-offs systematically considering both short-term objectives and long-term implications Communicate decisions transparently and seek input from relevant stakeholders when appropriate Mentorship Mentor and coach junior team members providing guidance feedback and support to foster their professional development Share your knowledge experience and best practices generously empowering others to grow and excel in their roles Influence Influence organizational strategy roadmap and decision-making processes by advocating for architectural best practices innovation and continuous improvement Build consensus and alignment among stakeholders through effective persuasion negotiation and storytelling Customer Focus Maintain a customer-centric mindset prioritizing the needs and expectations of end-users in all architectural decisions and solutions Solicit feedback from customers and stakeholders regularly to ensure alignment with business objectives and user requirements Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in computer science engineering information systems business and or equivalent formal training or work experience 12-14 years of work experience in an information technology or engineering environment A related advanced degree may offset the related experience requirement The Solution Architect will facilitate the translation of FedEx business strategy and initiatives into actionable end-to-end solutions working closely with business and technical stakeholders at the business unit level