IT Infrastructure Solution Architect

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KEY EXPECTED ACHIEVEMENTS

IT Infrastructure Solutions

• Define Complete, scalable, robust, consistent IT Infrastructure architecture at the right TCO, and minimize the cost of change.
• Responsible for defining IT Infrastructure solutions in line with the business architecture of the functional domains.
• Identify and deliver the functional and non-functional requirements related to the business ambitions.
• Align beyond road IT Infrastructure strategy with group IT strategy
• Provide holistic solutions by looking at the projects portfolio roadmap of the Beyond Road business line
• Keep an eye out for the IS / IT Solutions offered by the market and the prescriptions of other technical teams within the Michelin group
• Define and align to the principles, standards, best practices, and architecture guidelines (Data, Integration, BI, Infrastructure, Security)
• Participate in the validation of the solutions architecture and development

Manage Performance & Continues Improvements

• Implement good engineering practices and improvements in IT Infrastructure projects
• Reflects continuously on how to become more efficient, then develops and adjusts the team's standards
• Participate actively in Process Feedback and Process Improvement
• Support new process implementation and sustainability

Team and People Management

• Developing people (direct or indirect line management) on a continuous basis, considering the needs of the organization and the aspirations of the people
• Creates an environment conducive to team self-organization and autonomy
• Coach and mentor team members to improve technical skills, troubleshooting skills and process adherence.

Business Advising

• Understand business operations, challenges and evolving opportunities to effectively advise business partners and anticipate their needs
• The provision of the essential elements for choosing and planning IT projects, especially for application or technological obsolescence management.
• Have a deep understanding of the organization processes and high-level IT systems/solutions to ensure visibility on IT project interdependencies and cross-functional impacts
• Represent the BU/Functions’ needs and interests in the solution design, delivery, and run and maintain stages
• Support business partners in identifying IT solution opportunities with the collaboration of the architecture team and IT Experts

EXTERNAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent from a recognized university/institute;
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field would be an asset;
• 10 years of experience in IT Industry with minimum 3 years of experience in solution design;
• Exposure to SAP/ Salesforce/ BI and Other Business Applications will be an added advantage
• Self-motivated, committed and a good team player
• Excellent English communication skills
• Customer-centric, service mindset
• A passion for learning and a deep understanding of the infrastructure technology stack
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changes
• Passion for solving problems
• Collaboration mindset with business and different IT counterparts in the group

Michelin’s Global IT team based at Orion City, Colombo includes over 100 authentic and industrious achievers from different backgrounds. This role collaborates closely with team members, senior management, and a variety of stakeholders in Michelin group entities.

Michelin Lanka is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Non-discrimination is a non-negotiable cornerstone of Michelin's diversity and inclusion policy.