Principal, Data Architect

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Houston, TX

About The Position

WM, a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects. I. Job Summary Delivers technical expertise in design, development, coding, testing, and debugging new software or significant enhancements to existing software. Demonstrates broad knowledge of highly complex business processes and capabilities, conducts business process analysis, needs assessments, and leads/participates in design sessions with Architects to align information technology solutions with business initiatives, and undertakes projects requiring additional specialized technical expertise in software design and testing. II. Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned. Contributes strategic vision and integrates a broad range of ideas regarding applications and software development. Presents technical processes effectively to all levels of the organization (including technical and non-technical audiences, Senior Leadership, VPs and the C-level executives). Undertakes the highly complex applications development projects involving multiple disciplines and may impact multiple facets of the business. Develops enterprise-level information technology solutions by analyzing, coding, testing, and implementing new and by modifying existing software applications with full competency. Oversees and leads design/coding sessions, develops solutions, and implements solutions. Articulates design and resolves technical/design conflicts as they occur. Oversees the coordination with business analysts and users to determine requirements. Leads and performs highly complex analyses of system requirements and of existing business processes and information systems. Works with customers and technical staff to resolve problems with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements. Oversees and reviews systems under development and related documentation. Participates in the development of software. Mentors and fosters growth of peers and team members. Leads advanced systems planning, scheduling and implementation. III. Supervisory Responsibilities Coach and mentor less experienced analysts and act as team leader on selected systems projects. IV. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job. A. Education and Experience Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited), in computer science, MS, or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant work experience. Experience: Ten (10) years of previous experience in Software Development in (addition to education requirement) B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements None Required C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required Working knowledge of project and change management regarding acquisition/development life cycles. Systems development, implementation, upgrades and analyses QA testing, catalyst or unified business modeling, system design and analysis Working knowledge of enterprise coding standards. Hands on experience in writing highly complex code and performing code reviews. Knowledge of software methodologies. Ability to learn new and emerging technologies. Ability to lead a group to consensus, solve problems, and accomplish tasks. Technically advanced or in-depth skills in one or more of the following: Web application development, imaging technology. D. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities that Contribute to Success Effective communication skills. Listening skills to ensure common understanding. Problem solving skills, teamwork and ability to interface with technical staff. V. Work Environment and Essential Functions Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. [Note: The following is defaulted for office setting position] Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely; Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely; Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely; Normal setting for this job is: office setting. Benefits At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply. ABOUT WM WM (WM.com) is North America’s largest comprehensive waste management environmental solutions provider. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them achieve their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is the leader in beneficial reuse of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes nearly 11,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet of its kind in North America – where more than half are fueled by renewable natural gas. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com. Equal Employment Opportunity For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation. Real ID In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons, or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID, or TSA approved alternative. What is the value of a WM job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career. We Are WM is what defines the perks of being in the WM family – from benefits, to resources and engagement activities. We are People First. We are Committed to Your Growth. We Are Investing in You. We are a Family. We are Stable. We are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (accredited), in computer science, MS, or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant work experience.
Ten (10) years of previous experience in Software Development in (addition to education requirement)
Working knowledge of project and change management regarding acquisition/development life cycles.
Systems development, implementation, upgrades and analyses QA testing, catalyst or unified business modeling, system design and analysis
Working knowledge of enterprise coding standards.
Hands on experience in writing highly complex code and performing code reviews.
Knowledge of software methodologies.
Ability to learn new and emerging technologies.
Ability to lead a group to consensus, solve problems, and accomplish tasks.
Technically advanced or in-depth skills in one or more of the following: Web application development, imaging technology.

Nice To Haves

Effective communication skills.
Listening skills to ensure common understanding.
Problem solving skills, teamwork and ability to interface with technical staff.

Responsibilities

Contributes strategic vision and integrates a broad range of ideas regarding applications and software development.
Presents technical processes effectively to all levels of the organization (including technical and non-technical audiences, Senior Leadership, VPs and the C-level executives).
Undertakes the highly complex applications development projects involving multiple disciplines and may impact multiple facets of the business.
Develops enterprise-level information technology solutions by analyzing, coding, testing, and implementing new and by modifying existing software applications with full competency.
Oversees and leads design/coding sessions, develops solutions, and implements solutions. Articulates design and resolves technical/design conflicts as they occur.
Oversees the coordination with business analysts and users to determine requirements.
Leads and performs highly complex analyses of system requirements and of existing business processes and information systems.
Works with customers and technical staff to resolve problems with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements.
Oversees and reviews systems under development and related documentation.
Participates in the development of software. Mentors and fosters growth of peers and team members.
Leads advanced systems planning, scheduling and implementation.