Solution Architect

As a Solution Architect at Version 1, your core responsibilities include designing and architecting high-quality, maintainable software applications. You'll oversee the development process, ensuring your solutions meet business requirements and adhere to quality standards. This role requires you to evaluate and recommend suitable technologies and frameworks, integrate applications with existing systems, and stay updated on industry trends to maintain our technological edge.

To apply for the Solution Architect position at Version 1, candidates should possess extensive experience in application architecture, particularly with Azure, Power Platform, and D365. Proficiency in multiple programming languages is essential, as well as experience in system integration and familiarity with application development frameworks. Additionally, knowledge of security best practices, DevOps principles, containerization technologies, and microservices is advantageous.

At Version 1, we are committed to the professional growth of our employees. Solution Architects benefit from strong career progression paths, personalized coaching, and access to significant training budgets for accreditations. Our 'Strength in Balance' and 'Pathways Career Development' programs provide targeted support to help you advance in your career while honing your technical and leadership skills.

The Solution Architect position at Version 1 offers flexibility with remote and hybrid working options. We understand the importance of work-life balance and encourage a culture of collaboration that often brings teams together in person. Our supportive work environment allows you to thrive while contributing to exciting projects and initiatives.

Solution Architects at Version 1 work with a diverse tech stack, including Azure, SharePoint, and various application development frameworks. You'll also leverage modern programming practices, database optimization techniques, and version control systems like Git. Familiarity with web services architecture and API design is essential, enabling you to create robust, scalable applications that meet real business needs.

In answering this question, focus on specific projects where you've designed and implemented application architectures. Highlight key technologies used, the challenges faced during the project, and how your design decisions positively influenced outcomes.

Be prepared to discuss your experience with various development tools and frameworks, such as Azure, Git, or specific programming languages. Mention how these tools facilitate your work and contribute to application scalability and performance.

Explain your approach to implementing security best practices during the development lifecycle. Mention specific methods, such as code reviews, vulnerability assessments, and the use of secure coding guidelines to safeguard applications.

Share a detailed example of a system integration project, focusing on your role, the technologies used, and how you navigated challenges. Discuss how you ensured seamless communication between systems and the positive impact this had on the organization.

Discuss your strategies for engaging with business stakeholders, such as regular meetings, requirement-gathering sessions, and active listening. Share how you translate business needs into technical solutions and collaborate to achieve common goals.

Talk about how you've applied Agile principles in past projects, including user stories, sprints, and retrospectives. Highlight specific projects where Agile helped improve team collaboration and product delivery.

Detail your approach to designing applications that can handle increased user loads and data. Discuss techniques such as load balancing, microservices architecture, and cloud services that promote scalability.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning through resources like industry blogs, online courses, and tech conferences. Mention specific technologies you are currently exploring and how they might benefit Version 1.

Provide insights into how you’ve implemented DevOps practices in your workflow, including continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) and automation tools. Describe the impact these practices have had on project delivery and team efficiency.

Discuss your ability to accept and adapt to constructive feedback. Share examples of how you've used feedback to improve your designs and how collaboration with team members has led to better results.