System Architect - MES

Panasonic • De Soto, KS

375d

About The Position

The System Architect is responsible for designing and overseeing the architecture of complex systems and solutions, particularly focusing on Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). This role involves defining system requirements, creating architectural designs, and ensuring the integrity and functionality of the system throughout its lifecycle. The System Architect plays a crucial role in aligning technology strategy with business goals, ensuring that the organization's technology infrastructure meets current and future needs, and is essential for successful IT projects and overall business success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics or similar field.
• 3+ years as a System Architect or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of professional experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with IT network and hardware requirements.
• Experience developing IT and cloud infrastructure.
• Experience in software/application engineering and design architecture.
• Programming experience that includes an object-oriented or scripting language.
• Experience with database management systems (SQL, NoSQL).
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, Jenkins, Docker).
• Experience working in an Agile environment.
• Advanced understanding of business analysis techniques and processes.
• Strong analytic and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Good understanding of various models and phases of SDLC.
• Knowledge and skills in Manufacturing Execution System (MES), AWS and Azure, Apache Kafka, Kubernetes, Data Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Big Data Analytics, Enterprise Service Bus (ESB).
• Experience with enterprise architecture and IT architecture frameworks.
• Understanding of IT security, infrastructure, and governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-level and low-level architectural software and hardware designs for complex systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including business analysts and end-users, to gather and analyze system requirements and translate them into architectural solutions.
• Perform and communicate planning, development, peer review, and testing solutions for MES modules creation and modification.
• Execute development and implementation of new capabilities across the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) based on requirements, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
• Participate in MES-related projects, including new system implementations, upgrades, and process changes, collaborating with vendors and external partners as required.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and tools to select the most suitable technology stack for system development.
• Design systems that can scale to meet growing demands and ensure optimal performance under various load conditions.
• Implement security measures and best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure system security compliance.
• Create comprehensive documentation for architectural designs, system configurations, and best practices to guide development teams and support ongoing maintenance.
• Establish quality standards and conduct architectural reviews to ensure systems meet design specifications and adhere to best practices.
• Provide expert-level support for troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues related to system architecture.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices, providing recommendations for improvements and optimizations to existing systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree