JOB DESCRIPTION

IT Solution Architect

What can you expect?
Adient (NYSE: ADNT) is a global leader in automotive seating. With 70,000+ employees in 29 countries, Adient operates more than 200 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual foam, trim and metal components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. Our integrated, in-house skills allow us to take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into millions of vehicles every year. For more information, visit www.adient.com.

At Adient, we are proud to offer hybrid working to our employees, which involves being able to work remotely for up to 3 days per week based on the agreement within specific department.

What will your responsibilities be?

Leads quality related activities for the API and provides accountability through:Functional requirement reviews and signoffImpact analysis documentationSolution architecture options and cost analysis preparationTechnical design reviews and signoffUnit test plan reviews and signoffActs as SME for the API platforms along with interfaces to external applications and provides input to:Design work for API development activities and deliverablesProduction support analysis for both Platform Management and Solution Delivery for critical and / or complex issuesWorks well with application team and provide insight on functional and technical design activities when they are required to interface with API Solution Delivery team. Help drive high quality functional specifications and proper requirementsIs responsible for the proof of concepts (POC) and technical roadmap activities and assuring that any new development being done to the platform aligns with the roadmapWorks closely with the Enterprise Architecture (EA) team to assure the API management team is correctly aligned with EA directionCreates and presents Solution Architecture proposals with multiple implementation options to IT Governance and Technology Strategy (GTS) team when incoming requirements propose a:Change in System ArchitectureChange in API based integrations to external/internal and cloud-based applicationsStays up to date on API management, Gateway management, APIGEE and API based integrations best practices and new technology developmentsExecutes Proof of Concepts (POC), documents the outcome and drives implementation and standardization of these where applicable within the application integrationLooks for cost saving / quality improvement opportunitiesProvides multiple solutions to a business problem, performs required analysis of each option, calls out pros and cons of each option and suggest a best optionPresents the potential solutions / enhancements to both technical and nontechnical audiences

Which qualifications are we looking for in potential employees?

Demonstrate excellent communication skills and able to communicate complex scenarios with both technical and nontechnical audiencesAble to lead initiatives from idea to production implementationAble to understand and digest complex. multi-tier, integrated software systemsAble to think critically under pressureActively listens to customer and application teams, identifies the problem, and implements a solutionAble to decompose complex systems to facilitate communication, trouble shooting, and impact analysisDemonstrate passion for process standardization and IT excellence2 to 4 years of API /Proxy design, development, management and microservices1 to 3 years of Java, Java script and Python1 to 3 years of experience with Azure/AWS, Kubernetes, Logic apps, Cloud Monitoring toolsEager to learn and conduct proof of concepts with new technologies

Which benefits do we offer?

Base monthly salary starting from 2800 EUR gross. Our salary is fair and competitive and can be higher than the starting minimum in the advert13th salaryLanguage and proficiency coursesMeal vouchers - 7€ (fully paid by employer)Flexible working hours, possibility to work remotely including days from abroadExtra holiday entitlementInclusive allowance scheme including Health support allowance, Jubilee allowance, Housing allowanceReferral bonusEmployee Assistance Program "Felix"Volunteer daysActive life with colleagues, full of various sports activitiesVarious CSR ActivitiesModern relax areas, play roomCoffee and tea at the workplace

Adient is committed to equal employment opportunity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As a true global company, our leaders and employees come from various cultures across the world. Our diversity is a source of inspiration enabling us to achieve our goals and build an inclusive company culture.

We are looking forward to receiving your application including your salary expectations and your earliest availability date. If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact Kristián Psotný on +421257271162.

PRIMARY LOCATION

Bratislava Business Centre