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Job Description
As the technical architect, you’ll be responsible for defining the overall structure of a program or system.
Because you’ll be working from start to finish on each project, it’s essential to understand all aspects of each system, from both a business and technical point of view. This means having a full working knowledge of technologies such as UNIX, Oracle, SQL Server and TCP/IP for example, as well as knowledge of one or more programming languages.
Some of the main tasks you can expect to be involved in include:
- Identifying the organisation's needs
- Breaking down large scale projects into manageable chunks
- Working out which IT products to use based on cost benefit analysis and research
- Explaining to designers and developers what's required and overseeing the progress
- Producing documents that monitor progress and ensure the quality of the project
Job Requirements
Required skills
Because the role of a technical architect is so varied, employers will be looking for a wide range of skills, including:
- Good communication with clients/operational managers – listening and providing answers
- Strong problem solving skills
- Ability to build from good relationships with clients/operational managers and colleagues
- Ability to gather and assimilate information
- Up to date knowledge of technical applications
- Good knowledge of quality standards, legislation and best practice
- Ability to be adapt and prioritise
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to think ahead and anticipate problems, issues and solutions