Principal Application

About the Role As an Associate Director in Application Product Architecture you will lead complex architectural projects with significant autonomy You will provide expert guidance in creating integrated innovative solutions that align with organizational goals Your contributions will be critical in strategic technology planning and driving product excellence through high-quality designs and implementations Responsibilities Lead strategic analysis of business and stakeholder requirements Direct the development of comprehensive architectural blueprints and models Ensure compatibility and integration of new products services with existing architecture Oversee the creation and maintenance of detailed technical specifications Lead technical planning sessions and strategy alignment with organizational goals Drive in-depth testing validation and optimization processes Ensure strict adherence to organizational standards and industry best practices Identify and address complex architectural and integration challenges Communicate strategic updates and design modifications to stakeholders Provide expert guidance and mentorship to team members Skills Experience-14 Years Expert Architectural Knowledge Extensive knowledge in application product architecture Autonomous Project Leadership Ability to lead and manage projects independently Strategic Analysis and Planning Expertise in strategic analysis and planning for technology projects Advanced Tools Proficiency Proficiency in advanced architectural and design tools e g TOGAF frameworks High-Quality Assurance Advanced techniques in ensuring architectural quality and performance Complex Problem-Solving Expertise in identifying and solving complex technical challenges Comprehensive Technical Documentation Ability to produce detailed and clear technical documents Mentorship and Guidance Strong capability to mentor and guide team members toward success Level criteria T5 for internal use only Recognized as an internal technical expert and has broad knowledge across field of specialization serves as a senior advisor to management Anticipates business and industry issues and recommends improvements to technology products processes or services Solves unique problems that have a broad impact on the business Contributes to the development of departmental or area strategy Leads project or initiatives across departments or areas with notable risk and complexity Impacts the direction and resource allocation for projects across department or areas Communicates complex ideas internally and externally and persuades senior level to adopt a different point of view Progression to this level is typically based on business requirements Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process