Kinaxis Architect - W2 or 1099

Role: Kinaxis Architect

Work Location: Irvine, CA (Remote)

Job Description: 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Enterprise Architect with a strong background in Kinaxis to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing and implementing enterprise level solutions that drive business efficiency and effectiveness. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align technology initiatives with business goals and lead cross functional teams in delivering innovative solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework, ensuring alignment with business strategies and objectives.
• Lead the design and implementation of Kinaxis solutions to optimize supply chain processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools that can improve business processes and systems.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to technical teams on best practices in architecture and design.
• Conduct architecture reviews and ensure compliance with established standards and guidelines.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to communicate architectural concepts and gather feedback from stakeholders.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the organization remains competitive.

Mandatory Skills:

• Extensive experience with Kinaxis, including implementation and optimization of its functionalities.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Proven experience in designing and implementing large scale enterprise solutions.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud technologies and platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Certifications in enterprise architecture or related fields.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master''s degree preferred.
• 10 15 years of experience in enterprise architecture or a related role.
• Proven experience with Kinaxis is a deal breaker; candidates without this experience will not be considered.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for technology and a strong background in Kinaxis, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to shape the future of our enterprise architecture.