Responsible for analyzing user/business requirements and applying best-practice standards, methodologies, models, and technologies in developing and executing recommendations on system architecture and software application design, development, testing, implementation, and improvements/refinements. A Systems Architect participates in all phases of technical solution projects. A person in this position is often called upon to create functional and technical specifications, monitor and evaluate system and software performance and security, select and design system hardware and software, create analysis and architectural documents, perform process and risk analysis, and develop plans and schedules for technical solutions. A Systems Architect provides architectural guidance and may lead development teams, integration teams, and other experts involved in all phases of the development life cycle to ensure business/technical needs or challenges are met. |