IT Architect

Company: Raley's Supermarkets
Location: West Sacramento
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Overview:
Who We Are The Raley's Companies is a private, family-owned, and purpose-driven retail company headquartered in West Sacramento, CA. Since our founding in 1935, our store operations have grown to include more than 235 locations across four states and four Tribal Nations under eight well-known banners: Raley's, Bel Air, Nob Hill Foods, Raley's O-N-E Market, Bashas', Food City, AJ's Fine Foods and Bashas' Din-- Market. In addition, The Raley's Companies bridges the divide between the physical and digital retail experiences through the operation of Apium Logistics, Fieldera and FieldTRUE. Built on a higher purpose, the organization and our over 21,000 employees are committed to quality offerings, exceptional service and doing right by our team members, communities, and planet. -Today, -the Raley's, Bel Air Markets, Nob Hill Foods and Raley's O-N-E Market banners carry -on Tom's -legacy of -innovation -by serving as more than grocery stores. -Our purpose of changing the way the world eats, one plate at a time, -has made -Raley's -a trusted source for nutrition and wellness. -We strive to enhance transparency and education in the food system to help customers make more informed, healthy food choices. We also serve as -the destination for the best fresh products, affordable offerings, and personalized service. - -Perks & Benefits:Competitive compensation, paid weeklyEligible for annual incentive bonusFlexible, hybrid, and remote work options based upon location and the needs of the business (must reside in CA or NV)Retirement Savings Plan - 401(k) including company contributions and matching fundsTuition Reimbursement for qualified coursesScholarship opportunities for continued educationMedical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependentsPaid time offFamily leave and time offLife insuranceWellness Programs (Raley's Healthy Lifestyles)Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax - commuter, childcare, and medical expenses)Health Savings AccountCorporate store and discount programs (10% off groceries, free items)Discounts to amusement parks, gym memberships, mobile phone plans, etc. -Employee Assistance Program (free financial, legal, and mental health services)Charitable contribution opportunity and volunteer time off and community eventsFull onsite fitness centerPop up grocery marketAll you can eat fruit barLaptop and mobile device (Mac is an option!) -

Compensation:
The range displayed reflects the range the company reasonably expects to pay for the position. The actual compensation offered to the selected individual(s) will depend on their relevant education, training, or experience, among other bona fide factors.

Expected Minimum Pay Rate:
USD $147,800.00/Yr.

Expected Maximum Pay Rate:
USD $203,200.00/Yr.

Responsibilities:
What You'll Do -As an IT Architect you are responsible for the development of Information Technology strategies and designing the infrastructure necessary to support that strategy, ensuring the department will meet current and future business requirements; specifically in the areas of cloud computing and networking. This position is the top technical expert in a given specialized discipline, with knowledge and experience in one to two other Information Systems disciplines. - Employees in this position research, advise, evaluate and help select any of the following: - current technology processes, data access, applications development, hardware and software platforms and integration of existing systems with new or enhanced systems. - This position provides leadership to Information Technology (IT) staff by training and mentoring in methodologies and architecture structure. -How You will Make a Difference -You will establish and direct strategic goals, policies and procedures of IT Department. You will determine long term systems needs and corresponding hardware and software acquisitions, enhancements or upgrades. You will partner with IS Directors as well as Department Heads to foster a collaborative enterprise perspective across projects, functional areas and technical infrastructure. You will provide established standards for all projects. You will set project standards, conducts design reviews and ensures solutions adhere to published standards or that all exceptions are evaluated and approved. You will partner with external vendors to ensure Raley's strategic vision is universally understood and supported. You will educate and mentor IT staff in the technologies, methodologies and standards of IT architecture.You will ensure Company-wide business strategies are supported by IT solutions. You will maintain integrated model of business processes and requirements, mapped to current and planned IT solutions.You will identify and track functional and technical gaps. You will propose strategies for resolution of gaps and presents proposal to senior management.You will maintain relevant knowledge of technology trends in the retail industry and general information technology trends. You will research, evaluate and recommend new or enhanced systems technologies as appropriate for Company directives and needs. You will determine cost feasibility and compatibility with existing systems. You will present recommendation to senior management. You will serve as a member on external councils composed of architects and/or strategic personnel of other companies to share knowledge, development strategies and problem resolution. - - - - -You will authenticate and authorize security best practices within context of application and system design and implementations. - -

Qualifications:
Who You Are -You can demonstrate knowledge of database and network information technology systems.You can conduct analysis, design, develop, install, implement, procure or provide technical support duties in connection with information technology systems.You can demonstrate your ability to translate business capabilities and requirements into solution architecture requirements.You can demonstrate your strong -analytical skills, using logic and reason to identify and solve complex problems and develop effective solutions.You take initiative, and have a natural sense of curiosity, innovation, and creativity in the development of strategies and solutions. You work work in a team and maintain effective working relationships.You can demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.You can prioritize and manage multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines. -How you align with our FAMILY values:Fearless: You're -passionate about solving complex IT problems.Accountable: Your work shows you -care, -and you care as much as your passion for people.Memorable: You make lasting impressions and connections.Inspiring: You're not afraid to THINK BIG!Learning: You are consistently learning and staying up to date -of -current IT concepts, trends and cloud technologies.YOU: -You make an immediate and lasting impact -in -everything you do. -Must HavesBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, plus twelve (12) years of experience in related application development, data base, networking, information security, or systems development experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Information technology and/or enterprise architecture certification a plus (ie TOGAF, Zachman).Must demonstrate advanced knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies.Must demonstrate advanced knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies.Progressively responsible analytical, database and network knowledge of a variety of information technology systems analysis, design, development, installation, implementation, procurement, or technical support duties in connection with information technology systems.Demonstrated ability to translate business capabilities and requirements into solution architecture requirements.IAC model using tools such as Terraform Automation and CM tools such as puppet, Chef, or AnsibleAzure Cloud and On-premise core technologies' such as hypervisors VMWare, HyperV, Storage such as Netapp, and compute platforms and requirements and capacity management or projections. Network configuration and support from an application and infrastructure context, especially within AzureDevOps and Agile methodologies including guiding teams on usage and protocolsTDD or Testing automationVisual representations of topologies, data flow, and system integrations using tools such as VisioDemonstrates a strong analytical ability, using logic and reason to identify and solve complex problems and develop effective solutions.High level of self-initiative, a sense of urgency and innovation and creativity in the development of strategies and solutions. Possesses strong leadership abilities. Ability to work in a team and maintain effective working relationships.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Able to prioritize and manage multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines.Demonstrated experience and knowledge to advise, mentor, and manage an Azure platform and services including subscriptions, hub and spoke model, rbac, policies, reserved instances, and cost analysisDemonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior and senior engineers on DevOps, Pipelines, and an IAC model of Terraform and AnsibleAPI development and Design PNP's, mentoring development and engineering teams on proper use and security best practices from design concepts to implementationsAzure products including but not limited to NLB, Gateways and WAF, Networking, Regional peering and high availability, API Manager, Docker or similar, AKS, App Services, Functions, and Event Hub and Service hub -Permanent residency in California or Nevada is a condition of employment for this position. This means a job offer may be denied or rescinded and, if employed, employment may be terminated if an applicant/team member ceases to reside in California or Nevada. -Internal Applicants:--- No disciplinary action during the past 6 months.--- Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide endorsement upon request from HR.--- You must upload a resume and answer all application questions.

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