Role Overview
The SFG Architect is responsible for providing technical leadership and architectural direction
for solutions built on IBM Sterling File Gateway (SFG). This role focuses on strategy, design,
and stakeholder alignment rather than hands-on deployment or implementation.
Key Responsibilities
? Lead architectural discussions with business and technical stakeholders to understand
requirements, constraints, and long-term objectives
? Define and shape SFG-related initiatives, including modernization, scalability, resiliency,
and integration strategies
? Design end-to-end SFG solution architectures, including file transfer flows, security
models, and integration patterns
? Develop high-level and detailed architecture artifacts such as solution diagrams, design
documents, and standards
? Provide guidance and recommendations to implementation and operations teams
without directly performing deployments
? Evaluate existing SFG environments and propose improvements aligned with best
practices and enterprise architecture principles
? Act as the subject matter expert for SFG, advising on capabilities, limitations, and
roadmap considerations
? Ensure architectural designs align with security, compliance, and governance
requirements
Required Skills & Experience
? Strong experience designing solutions using IBM Sterling File Gateway (SFG)
? Deep understanding of managed file transfer (MFT), B2B integration, and secure file
exchange concepts
? Experience leading technical discussions and influencing architecture decisions across
teams
? Ability to translate business needs into scalable, maintainable technical designs
? Familiarity with security concepts such as encryption, certificates, authentication, and
authorization in file transfer platforms
Role Scope
? Architecture, strategy, and design ownership
? No hands-on deployment, installation, or operational support responsibilities
