Architect

To apply for the Architect position at Apexon, candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field along with 1-2 years of experience in IT program management. Familiarity with tools like Informatica and Kafka, as well as a solid understanding of software development phases, is preferred. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for meeting the diverse needs of stakeholders.

An Architect at Apexon should have strong skills in creating workflows and documenting business needs in use-case formats. Familiarity with Agile methodologies, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to build relationships with both internal and external customers are crucial to success in this role. Knowledge of application programming, database design, and project management software is also beneficial.

A typical day for an Architect at Apexon involves collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements, maintaining workflows, and ensuring smooth communication between the customer community and software development teams. You’ll also engage in activities like creating requirements documents, conducting root cause analyses, and participating in Agile meetings to facilitate continuous improvement.

Apexon is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunity employment for every individual, regardless of gender, race, age, or any other characteristics. Recognized as a Great Place To Work in multiple regions, Apexon takes actions to promote a culture that values differences and encourages the contributions of all employees.

Absolutely! Apexon is dedicated to the growth of its associates and offers numerous opportunities for career advancement. As an Architect, you'll have access to continuous skill development resources, learning opportunities, and the chance to work on exciting projects that can elevate your career within the organization.

Apexon offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance with dental and vision, a 401K plan, life insurance, paid vacations and holidays, and paid parental leave. Additionally, there are learning and development opportunities designed to support your professional growth and overall well-being.

The company culture at Apexon is collaborative, innovative, and client-focused. We pride ourselves on a supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to thrive and contribute to meaningful projects. Apexon's commitment to employee satisfaction is reflected in its Great Place To Work certifications and ongoing dedication to creating an inclusive culture.

When answering this question, highlight your familiarity with Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban. Discuss specific projects where you've implemented Agile principles, focusing on your role in facilitating communication, managing tasks, and adapting to changing requirements. This will showcase your adaptability and commitment to collaborative team efforts.

To effectively prioritize tasks, explain your strategies for assessing project deadlines, stakeholder needs, and potential dependencies. Share a specific instance where you managed competing priorities successfully, detailing how you communicated with your team and stakeholders to ensure progress on all fronts.

Mention any specific project management tools you have experience with, such as Microsoft Project, Trello, or JIRA. Discuss how you've used these tools to track progress, document requirements, and collaborate within teams. Providing examples demonstrates your hands-on experience and initiative in maintaining organized workflows.

Outline your process for engaging with customers to gather requirements effectively. Emphasize the importance of active listening and asking targeted questions. Provide an example where your thorough requirements gathering led to a successful project outcome, showcasing your ability to bridge the gap between customer needs and development.

When addressing this question, share a specific technical challenge you've encountered, emphasizing the steps you took to analyze the situation and the solution you implemented. Discuss the tools and methodologies you employed, and highlight any teamwork involved in overcoming the challenge.

Discuss your strategies for facilitating open communication within a team, such as regular meetings, updates, and feedback loops. Highlight the tools you've used to support communication (like Slack or MS Teams) and provide an example of when this approach significantly enhanced team collaboration.

In response to this question, emphasize the importance of understanding each stakeholder's perspective and needs. Describe a situation where you navigated conflicting demands, focusing on your negotiation skills and strategy for finding common ground that aligned with business objectives.

When discussing root cause analysis, mention techniques such as the 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, or failure mode effects analysis (FMEA). Explain how you've used these methods in past projects to identify underlying issues and implement changes that enhance operational efficiency.

In your answer, discuss your understanding of data flow concepts and experience in designing data schemas. Provide examples of projects where you've mapped out data flows or created schemas, detailing the importance of accuracy and efficiency in these processes to support application development.

When responding, share your passion for solving complex problems, your drive to improve processes, and your excitement for embracing new technologies. Explain how these motivators have fueled your career choices and contributed to your success as an Architect, connecting back to the values shared by Apexon.