JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description:

As a Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE) Solution Architect you will play a critical role in driving the design and delivery of solutions for the organization. You will work with a team of solutions architects and actively work on the development and implementation of Mars’ platforms and cloud-based systems in use every day. The Cloud CoE Client Solutions team works closely with cloud and enterprise architects, operations teams, and other stakeholders to develop the necessary services and landing zones for unique projects that will be deployed to the Mars cloud.

What are we looking for?

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field is typically required. Some organizations may accept equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.

Professional Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a Solution Architect or a similar role with a focus on cloud architecture and design.

• Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-level solutions, considering scalability, performance, security, and integration requirements.

• Strong knowledge of software development principles, methodologies, and technologies.

• Experience in working with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to gather requirements, define solution architecture, and provide technical guidance.

• Proven experience with Microsoft Azure Cloud and their services, including hands-on experience in architecting solutions on these platforms.

• Understanding of security principles and best practices, including data protection, identity management, and compliance requirements.

• Experience with architecture frameworks and methodologies, such as TOGAF or similar frameworks, to develop and document solution architectures.

Knowledge and experience:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;

• In-depth knowledge of software development principles, methodologies, and technologies;

• Proficiency in solution design, including system integration, data modeling, and application architecture;

• Experience with Azure Platform and knowledge of their respective services using infrastructure-as-code approach;

• Experience with other cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, etc) and knowledge of their respective services is a plus;

• Understanding of security principles and best practices, including data protection and identity management;

• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks, such as TOGAF;

• Experience in working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions;

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Assess business demands/objectives requirements;

• Create architectural diagrams (LLD);

• Ensure scalability and elasticity;

• Comply with availability and fault tolerance requirements/

• Implement cloud solutions using GitOps approach (Infrastructure-as-code, configuration-as-code, policy-as-code, etc);

• Ensure security and compliance standards based on Cloud Adoption Framework & Well-Architected Framework;

• Performance & Cost optimization;

• SPOC in CCoE for customer LLD/Deployment Projects;

• Assist in cross-functional team design discussions;

• Provide feedback about service catalog available requests;

• Be the cloud ambassador (promote Cloud adoption).

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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About Mars:

Mars is a family-owned business with more than $50 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 150,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable law and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected under federal, state, and local laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

A Note to Candidates Regarding AI

Embracing AI as a vital skill for today and tomorrow, we welcome candidates to use AI to assist with your preparation as you engage with our recruiting process—from helping to perfect your CV/resume to using it to refine your interview skills. While AI can assist you, we expect that your ideas, responses, and demonstration of competencies throughout the recruitment process are authentically your own. We value genuine engagement and want to see the real you shine. At Mars, AI is here to support—not replace—the human connection at the heart of our recruitment process.

Note to Search Firms/Agencies:

Mars, Incorporated and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Mars) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Mars and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Mars will be deemed the sole property of Mars and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Mars.