Application Architect

Implements quality solutions that meet the requirements and advises clients on AST offerings, strategy, designs, implementation approaches and alternatives / tradeoffs.
Work with Project Manager and provide input to the project plan and work breakdown structure and assist in managing timelines and milestones to ensure timely completion of all deliverables
Identify opportunities for new or follow-on business and assists in creating change orders.
Provide thought leadership to the growth of the Practice
Participate in strategic planning activities and business case development.
Participate in strategy presentations to clients including features, implementation approach, technical requirements, impacts, and benefits.
Perform responsibilities including solution proposal management, solution design, solution review, risk analysis, proposal preparation and client presentations.
Provide technical oversight for technical estimates created with standards tools, portfolio Work Breakdown Structures, statements of work and industry standard estimating techniques.
Assumes a proactive role for developing business opportunities. Assists in presales cycles by creating architectural demo's, effort estimates and proposal development.
Maintains knowledge of technologies, industry trends, standards and design techniques.

As of March 2025, AST (Applications Software Technology) has been acquired by IBM and will be integrated in the IBM organization. Your recruitment process will be managed by IBM. IBM will be the hiring entity.

This role can be performed from anywhere in the US

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

What We're Looking For:

10+ years ERP implementation experience
Played a Senior Solution Architect role on a minimum of 2 full lifecycle Oracle Cloud implementation projects in the USA
Public Sector domain (city/state/local/county government) experience considered an asset
Knowledge and experience in GASB Accounting and Reporting, Encumbrance Accounting, Fund Accounting, Projects and Grants Accounting and Management
Hands-on technologist with strong background in designing and building modular, scalable, testable enterprise systems in in Oracle Cloud Financials
Ideal to have project exposure to other Cloud module areas such as: Supply Chain and HCM Applications
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a diverse group of people
Capability to work independently, take initiative with minimal supervision yet can participate as a team member with a willingness to help where needed
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate clearly and concisely to all audiences of all levels, spanning from technical peers to executive management
Organized and detailed oriented
Ability to fully utilize Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to adapt to new projects quickly with a can-do, jump-right-in attitude
Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
4-year Bachelor degree (or equivalent experience)

Preferred technical and professional experience

The ideal candidate will have operated in a senior Architect capacity previously, is someone who can anticipate needs and take action to drive deliverables for continued project success.This position needs a leader who will not only architect solutions on implementations but also be part of a senior task force to help the practice grow. This includes maximizing sales opportunities by architecting and acting as the lead in creating Proposals, presenting and implementing Oracle ERP Cloud solutions to potential customers. The individual should be able to play multiple roles, be able to work in a very fast-paced, enriching environment and is looking for a career rather than just a job.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Consulting is IBM's consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients' businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexualorientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability,neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is alsocommitted to compliance with all fair employment practices regardingcitizenship and immigration status.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
• Financial programs such as 401(k), the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
• Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
• Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

Client-provided location(s): Westchester, NY

Job ID: IBM-49068

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-16T18:48:21