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Solutions Architect III-223233

Cox Communications is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic Solutions Architect to work within a team of full-time employees as well as contractors to drive the development and delivery of decisioning software development built on Pega platform technology. The right candidate will possess:

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Defines solutions architectures in alignment with the Cox reference architecture, in partnership with Cox Application Development, Network and Engineering, Operations, and PMO groups.

Drives the technical evolution of the Cox application and platform portfolio towards the Cox reference architecture

Provides feedback and recommendation to strategic architecture team to update, enhance or expedite roadmaps and future-state capabilities based on information discovered during project development.

Assists as requested with design issues that might drive architectural changes.

Ensures compliance to architecture standards and processes

Initiates and manages engagements with external vendors and internal organizations within Cox Communications

Demonstrate skills in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information or inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.

Other attributes:

Displays a high level of critical thinking and analysis in bringing successful resolution to high-impact, complex, and/or within department problems 

Makes prompt, sound decisions when faced with complex and often contradictory alternatives that result in successful outcomes 

Operates with considerable latitude.  Situations may have little or no precedent provoking original or new concepts or approaches without guidance from others 

Reaches decisions under conditions of uncertainty 

Develops or engages/directs others in developing innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and operating problems 

Cross-department considerations are often present 

May direct major projects or programs with significant business impact within department, functional area 

Recognized subject matter expert.  Focus is on problems that have a direct effect on major segments of business programs and results.

Routinely called upon to apply/demonstrate mastery of existing and emerging technologies, practices, and processes

Performs leading-edge areas of work for the professional field

May oversee the completion of projects or assignments, including planning, assigning, and reviewing

Possesses knowledge in primary discipline or technical/ scientific area

Knowledge of technologies, processes, and practices

Primary contribution is in applying knowledge (product, industry, professional, technical), rather than managing people

May participate in industry events and be a representative on an industry-wide committee

Applies innovative solutions to problems

Occasionally contributes to the development of long-term strategy for specific functional areas

Qualifications: Minimum:

BS/BA in related discipline strongly desired (i.e. Information Technology, Engineering).

3 or more years of experience required in related field (i.e. technical solutions design, IT development, Engineering, etc.)

Excellent interpersonal, leadership, presentation, and collaborative skills to work effectively with teams throughout organization

Demonstrated ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges

Proven experience with software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile/iterative methodologies.

Strong communication and documentation skills.

Preferred:

Experience in telecommunications industry desired.

Pega certifications (decisioning focused).

Prior consulting experience.

SQL and SoapUI knowledge preferred but not required.

Programming language knowledge (Python, C++, Java, etc.) preferred but not required.

Who We Are

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through broadband applications and services. The largest private telecom company in America, we proudly serve six million homes and businesses across 18 states. We're dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that makes each one unique.

About Cox 

We are the Cox family of businesses. We’ve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us.  Our primary divisions – Cox Communications and Cox Automotive – are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators.  We’re also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation.  We’re looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope you’ll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com. 

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).  For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.  

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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