Principal Architect And Engineer-Single Family Acquisition

  • Full-Time
  • Reston, VA
  • Fannie Mae
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
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At Fannie Mae, futures are made. The inspiring work we do makes an affordable home a reality and a difference in the lives of Americans. Every day offers compelling opportunities to modernize the nation's housing finance system while being part of an inclusive team using new, emerging technologies. Here, you will help lead our industry forward, enhance your technical expertise, and make your career.

Job Description: As a Principle of Single-Family Acquisition Architecture, you will be responsible for leading architectural decisions for the Single-Family Acquisition domain which includes Loan Delivery & Funding Custodial Services, Commitments, Loan Quality Management and Single-Family Portfolio Cloud Migration. You must have a deep understanding of technical architecture and have implemented solutions in a cloud environment. Knowledge of industry best practices around agile methodology and architecture microservices patterns. Plus, experience with Domain Driven Design practices. This role will report to the Vice President of Single-Family Architecture and faceoff with the Vice President of Fannie Mae's Single-Family Core Platforms.The Principle will also need to have experience implementing Technical/Deployment Architectures in the AWS suite of Services as well as experience with Engineering Tools and capabilities in order to solve inter-service communication, data hydration, application security, platform resiliency etc. Strong interpersonal communications skill is required.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE
In this role you will have the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:* Lead Architecture for Single Family Cloud Portfolio Migration facing off with the Portfolio Architect peers, business and engineering.
  • Plan and design methods for the optimization and integration of various technology platforms, policies, and principles that lead to target state implementation.
  • Produce robust, integrated functioning of various systems and technology interfaces.
  • Assess functioning of overall technology and communications systems and end-to-end processes upgrade and optimize systems and processes in the future.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally within the architecture and technology organizations and influence key stakeholders to ensure effective implementation, architecture compliance and conflict resolution.

Qualifications:
Minimum Required Experiences * 8 years
Desired Experiences* Bachelor degree or equivalent
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE* Proffered 10+ years of architecture and technology strategy experience within the financial services industry.
  • Preferred 10+ years of experience leading transformation technology initiatives.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams through collaboration and influence.
  • Understanding of Agile and Cloud Enablement best practices.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS* Demonstrated work experience in creation of architecture blueprints, architecture support for Agile implementations & Architecture Sprints.
  • Experience in driving architecture and business innovation thought process.
Experience in Mortgage business capabilities is highly desired* Clearly communicates and presents analyses and results and persuades. others by supporting ideas with logical arguments/data.
Experience in coaching and mentoring senior architects.* Technical knowledge of AWS public cloud, cloud native design, microservice architecture, design thinking, user experience, event streaming/sourcing, and non-functional requirements.
Skills
The group of skills related to Communication including communicating in writing or verbally, copywriting, planning and distributing communication, etc.
Expertise in developing websites for hosting via intranet or Internet, which may also include web design, web content development, scripting, and/or network security configuration
Skilled in creating visual concepts, creating content, and editing content by hand or with the help with computer software to communicate ideas
Skilled in supporting, controlling, monitoring, and management of large, complex, and sometimes geographically-dispersed IT infrastructure and applications in order to optimize IT service delivery
Adept at managing project plans, resources, and people to ensure successful project completion
Expertise in service management concepts for networks and related standards such as ITIL practices or SDLC
The group of skills related to Risk Assessment and Management including evaluating and designing controls, conducting impact assessments, identifying control gaps, remediating risk, etc.
Working with people with different functional expertise respectfully and cooperatively to work toward a common goal
Skilled in cloud technologies and cloud computing
The group of skills related to Operational Excellence including improving and overseeing operations
The group of skills related to Influencing including negotiating, persuading others, facilitating meetings, and resolving conflict
Skilled in presenting information and/or ideas to an audience in a way that is engaging and easy to understand
Experience using software and computer systems' architectural principles to integrate enterprise computer applications such as xMatters, AWS Application Integration, or WebSphere
Skilled in documentation and database reporting for the purposes of analysis, data discovery, and decision-making with the use of relevant software such as Crystal Reports, Excel, or SSRS
The group of skills related to Programming including coding, debugging, and using relevant programming languages
Ability to frame ideas as systems and analyzing the inputs, outputs, and process
The group of skills related to Relationship Management including managing and engaging stakeholders, customers, and vendors, building relationship networks, contracting, etc.
Experience gathering accurate information to explain concepts and answer critical questions
Experience identifying and selecting strategic options, and identifying resources to meet the defined objectives
Tools
Skilled in Kubernetes to automate application deployment, scaling, and management
Skilled in Visio
Skilled in Amazon Web Services (AWS) offerings, development, and networking platforms
Experience using JIRA
Experience using Salesforce CRM
Experience using VMWare
Skilled in using Enterprise Architect
Skilled in Python object-oriented programming
Skilled in Docker
Skilled in using storage software such as NetApp, Nimble, and Pure Storage
Skilled in JavaScript
Skilled in using PowerShell to automate tasks that manage Microsoft operating systems and processes
Skilled in ServiceNow to manage digital workflows
Skilled in HOPEX
Skilled in Excel
Skilled in LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol)
Skilled in Azure
Experience using APIs for developing or programming software
Skilled in Java
Skilled in Jenkins
Skilled in XML
Skilled in using virtualization software such as Microsoft Hyper-V, VMWare vSphere, or Citrix XenDesktop
Skilled in HTML

Additional Information:
The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at careers.fanniemae.com.
Fannie Mae is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, personal appearance, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the application process, email us at careers_mailbox@fanniemae.com.
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