Solution Architect

As a Solution Architect at MSIG USA, you will define and document the technical architecture of our cloud-based products on Azure, provide leadership to development teams, design secure and scalable solutions, and collaborate with various stakeholders to translate their requirements into clear technical specifications.

Candidates for the Solution Architect role at MSIG USA should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, possess around 10 years of experience in software architecture, and have 5 years of hands-on experience with the Azure cloud platform and services.

A Solution Architect at MSIG USA should be proficient in C#, .NET, SQL, Azure DevOps, and comfortable using Azure services like App Services, Functions, and Cosmos DB among others. Familiarity with security, performance, and scalability considerations in cloud solutions is also essential.

While not mandatory, having experience in the property and casualty insurance industry is preferred for the Solution Architect position at MSIG USA, as it helps in understanding business processes and systems unique to the insurance sector.

At MSIG USA, Solution Architects have ample opportunities for professional growth, including the chance to mentor junior staff, explore new technologies, and contribute to innovative projects within a globally recognized insurance group.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of projects where you designed and implemented Azure solutions, outlining the challenges you faced and how you addressed them, and discussing the Azure services you used.

Discuss your approach to incorporating best practices in security, like setting up firewalls, roles, and permissions, along with designing scalable architecture. Provide an example of a project where you successfully implemented these principles.

Explain your collaborative approach, emphasizing communication and understanding of business needs. Use examples of how you have facilitated workshops or meetings to ensure everyone is aligned on project goals.

Talk about the evaluation methods you apply, such as proof of concepts, architecture reviews, and using metrics to assess potential solutions. Mention any frameworks or tools that aid in this assessment.

Provide a concrete example of a mentoring experience, detailing how you structured your guidance, the skills you focused on, and the positive outcomes for the individuals you mentored.

List the Azure services you have experience with and explain how you applied them in specific projects. Be sure to touch on how these services contributed to achieving project objectives.

Share your strategy for staying informed, whether through online courses, community forums, webinars, or attending industry conferences, and mention the importance of continuous learning in your career.

Select a challenge you've encountered, describe the problem, and walk through the resolution process, highlighting your problem-solving skills and technical expertise.

Explain your process for gathering feedback, how you prioritize it against technical constraints, and provide an example of how feedback improved a project you worked on.

Discuss essential qualities, such as strong technical acumen, effective communication, and a collaborative spirit. Use personal examples to illustrate how these qualities have led to success in your projects.