Job Description

DelonJobs is seeking to hire a Dynamics 365 Solutions Architect for a leading fintech company in Nigeria who will lead the solution design for the Dynamics 365 programme. The individual will create and maintain all aspects of solution architecture with a focus on business engagement and documentation, essentially defining the Dynamics 365 architecture and technology frameworks. He/She will ensure sound design and architecture processes are followed as well as advise the business when required and utilising third parties to create capacity. Annual gross salary is between NGN 4.5million – NGN 8million. Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 3 – 5 years experience in a solution architect or technical consultant role. If you consider yourself a match and are interested in this role, kindly send your CV with the job title and code (Solutions Architect – STAIS211) as subject to cv@delon.ng 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Solution Architect reviews requirements by working with program team, translating requirements into fit-for-purpose Dynamics 365 solutions and designs. 
• Challenges and then documents the solution details including risks, constraints, alternatives, and reason for proposed solution. 
• Understands the business background, issues and implications of the specific solution being addressed.
• Ensures compliance between the system architecture and solution architecture.
• Following high level Dynamics 365 solution design, leads and contributes the detailed solution, integration, and infrastructure design. 
• Identify and manage all commercial implications of Dynamics 365 architectural changes and implementations – including infrastructure, licensing, integrations etc.
• Specifies user/system interfaces and translates logical designs into physical designs taking account of target environment, performance requirements and existing systems.
• Lead technical and functional team members through the design and build process.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Collaborative working style to create excellent partner relationships within the business.
• Experience in changing culture and behaviors within Technology teams.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a solution architect or technical consultant role.
• Proven design & architecture experience in a large complex organization, including stakeholder management.
• Proven experience in large implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 projects (or Dynamics AX and/or CRM).
• Proven experience successfully managing application procurement, development and implementation using DevOps principles.
• Experience in working in an agile project management framework, e.g., Scrum or Kanban.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written at a senior IT level.
• Expertise and experience in working with3rd party service providers Preferred
• Experience in leading testing procedures& familiarity with test approaches.
• Expert knowledge – formal qualification in IT and/or business-related experience combined with senior experience in change and/or release management.
• Development experience across the Microsoft stack – .Net2.0+ (C#, ASP, WCF), SQL+.
• TOGAF qualification