Architect Jobs in Massachusetts

Job Title: Web Front End Architect Company: Adecco Engineering & Technical Location: Natick, MA Description: Responsibilities* Collaborate with visual designers, usability specialists, and application owners to create production-quality XHTML, CSS and JavaScript code for use in content management systems, Web applications (including eCommerce and electronic software distribution) and other site templating engines * Determine overall cohesiveness, functionality and appearance of Web sites elements such as navigation tools, page layout templates, images, Flash and form elements on over 50,000 Web pages * Work with adjacent technical teams as primary liaison to help enforce styles, provide advocacy for Web standards and ensure contemporary best practices * Code and evolve HTML email that renders properly in a variety of Web-based email clients and several versions of Microsoft Outlook * Scope and lead the implementation of new Web site sections and help maintain existing content * Ensure the Web site's cross-browser compatibility, link integrity and overall quality * Create documentation for repeatable processes and projects * Chair and lead code reviews, and coach or train new staff including designers and other Web specialists * Evaluate, recommend, and customize tools & techniques used by the team * Project manage large initiatives and troubleshoot issues on concurrent projects * Work with domain management tools, DNS management tools and domain resellers Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent. * 7+ years experience working on large-scale corporate Web sites * 5+ years experience writing expert level CSS, and clean HTML & XHTML markup * Knowledge of contemporary best practices in Web standards, Web design, and emerging Web technologies * Knowledge of accessibility guidelines, W3C documentation, Section 508 compliance, and various types of international character sets, particularly UTF-8 * Exposure to formal usability testing and knowledge of usability principles * Knowledge of, and experience with, working with the Document Object Model * Familiarity with Java, Ruby on Rails or PHP * Knowledge of Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing and general Web site traffic metrics (using tools such as WebTrends and Omniture Site Catalyst) * Excellent communication, project management and problem solving abilities * Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and Dreamweaver * Excellent client service and customer service skills * Ability to identify and streamline routine processes in a fast-paced environment while working under tight deadlines * Ability to optimize graphics for the web * Experience working with PC, UNIX, and Mac platforms Additional Desirable Skills: * Experience with Ajax, XML and Java * Experience with Flash and the use of Flash as a video delivery mechanism * Experience working with distributed, international teams * Working knowledge of localization & translation best practices * Knowledge of, and experience with, Information Architecture best practices * URL samples required, and a Web project portfolio a highly considered plus * Although this is an individual contributor position, team leadership or management experience is a plus Candidates will be required to take a test. Mainly advanced CSS and HTMLApply Online About Adecco North America Adecco is a Fortune Global 500 company and the world leader in workforce solutions. Our comprehensive service offering includes temporary and contract staffing, permanent recruitment, outplacement and career services, training and consulting. Adecco is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: SAP BI Architect Company: ENTEGEE Engineering Tech Grp. Location: Natick, MA Description: PERM opportunity.  No sponsorship available Our Greater Boston Area client has the need for a BI Architect with SAP/BW/BI experience as well as other ERP's.  Responsibilities:The BI Architect will help define the technical strategy and tactical plan for implementing data and information delivery solutions.  The position will interact with multiple functional groups to understand business needs, architect technical options, make recommendations that return business value, and serve as the technical leader in data technologies.  Project manager, database and Business Intelligence architect, experienced in creating custom software applications and implementing new software technologies.Qualifications:• BA/BS required, MBA preferred.  Computer Science, MIS or related discipline.• Minimum of 9 years experience implementing data warehouse and reporting solutions.• Experience as BI Architect in designing new architecture for data warehousing and reporting environments – delivering designs, recommending and operationalizing best practices. • Experience with Data related technologies and tools.  SAP BW/BI required.  Business Objects, Oracle, Informatica, SQL Server 2005 strongly preferred.• Experience in conceptual, logical, and physical data modeling• Experience in developing and executing BI strategy – aligning technology to business needs. • Successfully managed Business Intelligence IT teams• Extensive Project and Program management with a specialization in data warehouse, data delivery, master data, or ERP tools across hybrid operational environments • Ability to partner and build relationships with Senior Management, and communicate to multiple audiences• Experience in helping drive hard cost savings for IT • Very strong cross-functional knowledge.  Areas including Finance, Sales, Marketing, Quality, Operations and their use of data.• Working in a compliance/regulated environment will require completion of formal technical documentation and strict adherence to defined software development methodology. • Master data and governance knowledge and experience preferred

Job Title: Architect Company: Location: Concord, MA Description: The employee will serve as Technical Lead within a Design Branch, providing technical and administrative management of both in-house and Architect-Engineer (A-E) contractor-designed projects for construction, maintenance, alteration, and repair, and for special projects or studies. The incumbent will lead teams of Engineering/Planning Division technical personnel and/or manages A-E contracts to design projects for Military, Civil Works, and other customers. The work requires the application of a broad range of engineering disciplines including architecture, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and structural engineering, as well as administrative/management functions such as funds control, contract analysis, contract negotiation, contract administration, and project scheduling. The incumbent WILL be required to deploy CONUS or OCONUS, please below for more information.

Job Title: Information Architect Company: Iron Mountain, Inc. Location: Boston, MA Description: Title: Information Architect About Iron Mountain Iron Mountain (NYSE:IRM) is the industry leader in information protection and storage services. Since going public in 1996, Iron Mountain has grown from $139M in revenues to a Fortune 1000 company with over $3B in revenues. Forbes magazine has recognized Iron Mountain as one of the "Top 400 Best Big Companies" and FORTUNE Magazine has consistently ranked the Company as one of "America's Most Admired Companies" for diversified outsourcing. In early 2009, Iron Mountain was added to the prestigious S&P 500 Index. The Company offers comprehensive records management, data protection, and information destruction solutions along with the expertise and experience to address complex information challenges such as rising storage costs, litigation, regulatory compliance and disaster recovery. Founded in 1951, Iron Mountain is a trusted partner to more than 120,000 corporate clients throughout North America, Europe, Latin America and the Pacific Rim. For more information, visit www.ironmountain.com. We are currently recruiting for a Information Architect. Information Architect (User Experience) is responsible for determining how our customer facing, transactional web-based application user interfaces should work. Within a core design team He/She will create the concepts, flows, and prototypes alongside the User Interface Designer and UI engineers. He/She will partner with the software architects and engineers to propose solutions that enrich our Customers’ our interactions through Iron Mountain’s primary service delivery platforms. He/She will have a deep understanding of B2B web-based workflow application design and development. He/She is responsible for consulting with product management and business leaders about their business goals, and for proposing solutions that meet both users' and business needs. The individual will organize content and functionality by creating site blueprints/wireframes, nomenclature for users and navigation systems that support users' needs. The individual analyzes, develops and refines user tasks/processes, and collaborates with the design and development teams to build user interfaces. The candidate will guide and teach Information Architects and peers and give effective feedback. The position requires collaboration with user research, and the integration of research methods including content and task analysis, usability testing, and stakeholder interviews to identify problems and opportunities Essential Functions 20% Conduct and participate in concept generation activities including the development of: user profiles, user scenarios, organizational models, task models and feature lists. 20% Conduct and participate in project definition activities including: business requirement gathering, site assessment, competitive analysis, secondary research, etc. 20% Create process flows, site maps, wireframes, and prototypes that will advance the company's user experience design and development mode. 10% Present chosen design to project and business teams for review. 10% Develop interactive prototypes that demonstrate the team’s vision to the business and customers. 10% Support the rapid iteration and evaluation of product usefulness via usability testing. 10% Work with engineering leads to determine efficacy of given solution. Requirements KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 6+ years web-based information architecture or interaction design experience including the design of B2B transactional workflow applications. Experience in user research observation and translating user research into design decisions. Internet usability/user interface best practices. Information process flow definition and improvement background. Exceptional information presentation (graphic and written) experience. Experience with prototyping tools to guide selection and deployment. Travel Requirements: 20% Total travel 20% Overnight travel The ideal applicant will have current exp. in Information Architect. At this time we are considering only local candidates who are able to work without employer sponsorship. No agencies or phone calls, please. Only those candidates whose experience best meets our requirements will be contacted. Iron Mountain is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Architect / Advisory Engineer - Ab Initio Company: Harte-Hanks Location: Billerica, MA Description: POSITION SUMMARY:   The Architect / Advisory Engineer is responsible for technical leadership across the team for all projects, both internal and external. Technical responsibilities include architectural design review, modeling, code review, development and documentation standards and best practices, and consultation across the team and organization at large.  This individual will be responsible for continued mentoring and coaching of all engineers on staff.  He/she will also be responsible for support of technical management by executing on cross functional/discipline responsibilities. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:    Essential Functions:·         Technical leadership and expertise for an entire team or organization·         Coach and mentor team, including senior staff·         Ensure a structured development environment exists for team members at all times, especially during high pressure scenarios·         Develop, oversee and deliver training to an entire team or organization·         Provide architectural leadership as required with both project and enterprise perspective·         Own requirements elaboration and analysis·         Prepare and deliver formal presentations to the executive team and customers as required·         Provide product feature recommendations and analysis to the management/executive teams·         Lead the organization with research initiatives to improve stability, extensibility, flexibility and performance of Harte-Hanks systems and products·         Identify critical business processes for continued improvement in Harte-Hanks process engineering efforts·         Technology and tools research and proposals·         Enterprise framework development and deployment·         Propose and support process and technology improvements to advance development·         Resolve emergencies and enhance the product ·         Champion broadening the skill base of the team·         Expertly balance business needs and technical design requirements Secondary Functions:·         Ensure software engineering processes are documented and understood·         Review use cases and workflow diagrams·         Evaluate project plans, estimates and initial mockups·         Make technology recommendations for optimal construction, maintenance and performance·         Foster interdepartmental communication·         Stay abreast of the latest developments in application development and technologies·         Consistent time tracking and entry ·         Status reporting and escalation of issues/concerns·         Conflict resolution REQUIRMENTS: ·         10+ years of professional Software Development experience·         2+ years experience with marketing solutions / CRM product design and development·         Previous experience in a leadership position within a Software Development organization·         Demonstrated communication skills; both in-depth technical and abstracted to varied audiences on a regular basis·         Mastery of Ab Initio5+ years graph development & architecture experienceExtensive experience with ETL design and executionGlobal data experience is a plus·         Mastery of RDBMS, SQL query writing, and database design·         Mastery of both application and database performance optimization techniques·         Experience with multi-terabyte database solutions·         Mastery of Windows 2000/XP and/or Unix/Linux OS environments·         Broad and deep understanding of internal products – spanning systems, modules and technologies·         Strong presentation, client relationship and communication skills·         Expertise with toolsets: Modeling: Erwin or likeIDE: Ab Initio GDESource Code Control: Visual Source Safe, SourceGear Vault, or like·         Practical experience in the following areas:Technical Team LeadershipSoftware Development Life cyclesBusiness Analysis· BS degree in a related field COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Harte-Hanks offers attractive compensation plans along with a comprehensive benefits offering including:  Medical, Dental, Life, PTO, 401(k), Disability, Educational Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Referral Bonus Plans.

Job Title: Distinguished Architect Job Company: Nokia Location: Burlington, MA Description: Distinguished Architect Job Distinguished Architect-ARC00000019DescriptionLead Architect, Service Level Management and Service TransitionGet to know us at Nokia. If you thought you knew us, we invite you to look closer - this is where content digitalization, the Internet, mobility and context all converge. Mobile maps, music, digital media and new technologies are explored and served up here in a comprehensive digital world. Step inside - we hope you stay a while.Take our Services division. It reflects our strategic emphasis on developing and growing our consumer Internet services as well as developing new enterprise solutions and software.Nokia's services encompass four areas: Location, Connect, Media, and Music. The Services division also encompasses several sub-units: Service Platforms, Ovi Experience, and Strategy & New Business . Services works closely with the marketing and sales functions to create maximum consumer awareness and top line growth of the services.Services Architecture (SA) team is responsible for the direction and design of the whole Services architecture, encompassing a service platform and services themselves built upon it. Part of the Service Platforms organization, SA reports in matrix fashion to the Ovi Experience organization which is leading the way how our core services are integrated into a seamless consumer experience. SA coordinates architecture activities throughout the Services unit.As the Service Level Management and Service Transition lead architect in the SA team you will provide architectural leadership for the technical and operational items related to integration, service level management and transition between different R&D stages for Nokia Services. Your responsibility is to ensure success of this business critical area by providing compelling technology vision for advanced service infrastructure, developing effective and cost-effiecient architecture solutions for service deployment with timely delivery, and by ensuring sufficient guidance and support for service development teams to manage the handover from R&D to high-quality service production.Responsibilities & key activities: Ensure world class technology & architecture competences and ways of working within the area of service delivery and operational systems across organizational boundaries Translate business strategy and requirements from services and service platforms into a technology vision and infrastructure/operational system target architecture evolving over time Initiate and direct architecture development projects for bridging the gaps between the current architecture and target architecture, as well as between the software architecture and deployment architecture Ensure efficient deployment through common reference stacks, cloud enablers and operational guidelines Provide thought and technology leadership to Nokia teams and communities working in the area of service delivery and operational systems across organizational boundaries Contribute to the complete and commonly agreed architecture for Nokia services Contribute to other selected Services and Nokia level strategic projects, including M&A Bring architecture perspective into business and R&D decision makingContribute and be a member of relevant SA and Service Level Management and Service Transition leadership teamsQualifications Previous experience in service delivery and operational systems Experience in the development and deployment of large-scale system architecture solutions for distributed highly scalable Internet services and/or enterprise solutions Experience in Service Level Management Experience in co-ordinated effort of several R&D teams transitioning separate parts of system architecture in different schedules Deep insight on key technologies, including networks, protocols and network services (e.g. DNS, NTP, authentication, load balancing), databases & storages, content delivery networks, server HW, virtualization, installation automation, monitoring & reporting, backup and restore Proven track record in providing technology leadership in a matrixed business environment, virtual organizations and/or communities Excellent communication and collaboration skills in local and virtual (global) teams Ability to identify collaborative solutions cross organizations and drive them through community acceptance to implementation Knowledge on ITIL and experience in applying it in practice Knowledge on architecture & systems engineering methods and frameworks, and a track record of applying some of them in practiceMSc required, PhD and/or MBA beneficialJobResearch & DevelopmentPrimary LocationUS-BurlingtonOther LocationsGB-Bristol, US-AlpharettaOrganizationServicesScheduleFull-timeJob LevelDirectorEducation LevelMaster's Degree (18 years)Job TypeExperiencedEmployee StatusRegularTravelYes, 10% of the timeUnposting Date29/Mar/10

Job Title: .Net Application Leads/Architects Needed! Company: Collaborative Consulting Location: Boston, MA Description: Developers/Architects:We are looking for Lead Application Developers and Architects with .Net experience. These professionals will participate as high-level, technical experts in design, development, coding and testing of business applications. Ideal candidates will feature the right mix of technical skills and the ability to interact with the business professionals in detailed design sessions. A strong technician with some development skills, an understanding of multi-tiered, distributed architectures and an ability to manage specific technical initiatives. Candidates should have a solid technical background and possess strong business, interpersonal and communication skills to function in a fast-paced consulting environment. As part of a professional services firm, your specific responsibilities can vary from project to project, providing excitement and variety, but also requiring flexibility and adaptability. Financial Services Experience is a plus.In addition, the team will be dealing with performance engineering, web analytics, site stability and mobile devices. Any relevant experience would be a plus. We require experience with one or more of the following technologies:C#, ASP, .NET, SQL, Oracle, PL/SQLAbout Collaborative:In a relatively short time, Collaborative has taken a place at the forefront of the IT professional services marketplace. Additionally, Collaborative was named by the Boston Business Journal as one of the top 25 fastest-growing private companies for three consecutive years and Software Magazine ranked Collaborative among the world's foremost software and services providers. We are proud of the steady growth we have enjoyed since the company's inception. It is a testament to an unwavering commitment to excellence ingrained in our culture. We are committed to building long-term relationships and strive to be a trusted partner with every client. Founded in 1999, Collaborative Consulting serves clients from offices across the United States and is headquartered in Burlington, Mass. We are proud of strong relationships with our clients and have demonstrated time and again that a collaborative effort leads to real business results. Integrated teams, a proven methodology and a flexible approach ensure we exceed expectations. We offer the backing and stability of a successful professional services firm with an environment that fosters creativity and growth required to deliver the right solutions to our clients. We also offer competitive benefits and compensation that includes overtime bonuses and 30 paid days off a year.

Job Title: Architect / Technical Lead Company: American Contract Services, Inc Location: Boston, MA Description: DescriptionThe Technical Lead is responsible for the technical quality and delivery of the software solution. The technical lead is responsible for the translation and construction of complex business problems into sound technical solutions; provide technical and architectural direction to the software development team; ensure that development efforts are adhering to analysis, design, and development standards; provide insight and guidance on overall system design; responsible for application technical solution and contributing to the infrastructure technical solution; document and communicate technical and architectural requirements. The Technical lead will work with project management to define and help drive plans and activities, as well as working with the team helping to solve problems, mentor resources, and provide general technical leadership on technologies used in the solution.The technical lead is also responsible for working with project leadership to set standards and execute development practices including code management, deployment, and environment management. This position requires someone who is hands-on with recent implementation experience with Oracle application development and business intelligence tools and technologies from both the application development and infrastructure perspective.Experience Required:* At least 4 years of specialized experience in the design and implementation of BI related technologies, with a high degree of maturity in developing advanced reporting capabilities from a variety of sources.* At least 2 years experience in implementing web based BI solutions for internet, extranet and intranet* At least 2 years experience implementing the above components leveraging Oracle reporting tools and technologies, including APEX, OBIEE, Oracle BPM, Web Center* Experience in designing and implementing infrastructure to support development and production of applications using oracle OBIEE, APEX, and BPM products.* Experience in designing and implementing OBIEE and APEX in a highly available clustered environment.* Experience designing and developing public facing business intelligence sites, including portals, dashboards, basic reports (charts, graphs, maps, drill downs) and advanced reports (ad-hoc reporting).* Experience in developing map based reports with OBIEE and ESRI or other GIS tools* Experience in building applications using Oracle Application Express (APEX)* Experience with data integration services and implementing application with ETL and data export capabilities a plus.* Experience in both Linux and windows environment* Proven effective execution experience in high visibility, high criticality programs with multiple stakeholders both within and outside of the client organization* Ability to demonstrably illustrate all above experience through:o Technical and functional interviewso Presentation of sanitized deliverables from past projects of similar natureo Multiple client reference testimonials* State and or federal government experience helpful, but not mandatorySkills Required:* Design and implementation of business intelligence and application architecture using Oracle APEX and OBIEE products.* Design and implementation of infrastructure to support applications, including helping implementation and management of development environment and practices.* Contribution to the infrastructure architecture and application of technologies within infrastructure* Design and implementation of databases, data warehouses, marts and other data sources to support business intelligence.* Excellent problem solver with the ability to keep many driving factors and requirements in focus* Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment* Ability to understand and be the go to person for the big picture and direction as well as maintaining a good grasp in understanding the detailed requirements and nuances of the solution.* Good mentorship skills and ability to work in a team environment supporting technical and project aspects of team leadership and growth* Strong communication and documentation skills, ability to communicate and interact at executive and junior levels* Consistent attention to detail* Overall high degree of professionalism

Job Title: Landscape Architect Company: Location: Washington, MA Description: The incumbent serves as a landscape architect assigned to the Field Resident Engineer Staff within the Project Management Service, Service Delivery Office, Office of Construction and Facilities Management, in the Department of Veterans Affairs.  The incumbent is assigned to large, complex major construction projects to provide a wide array of expertise and guidance in the development of raw land and general construction to assist in oversight of a VA contract.  In addition, the incumbent performs the following duties and responsibilities: Monitor daily on-site activities and determine the sufficiency of completed work by craftsmen and tradesman by evaluating the work through out the stages against the contract provisions and specifications; work with sub contractors and the contractor on difficulties encountered with planned construction activities and unanticipated conflicting on-site obstacles or conditions; track timelines on various aspects of on going daily activities to safeguard against project slippage and coordinates phasing portions of the project; document inconsistencies, code violations, improper materials or techniques in the application of materials, sub standard or poor quality workmanship; carries out daily inspections and participates in conducting final inspections. Participate in meetings to negotiate change orders to minimize increased costs and minimize construction delays; review contractor's cost breakdown and submittals on proposed equipment and materials; negotiate disruptions to stop utility services as needed to keep construction progress on the proposed timeline and to minimize disruption to current on going VA operations; identify problem areas or potential problems with planned construction activities and makes recommendations to resolve the problem; maintain an inventory of materials, supplies and equipment and monitors the quantity of materials used.

Job Title: User Experience Design Consultant/ Information Architect Company: Adecco Engineering & Technical Location: Andover, MA Description: This is a long-term contract in Andover, MA,  please email your  resume to Register to View for review.  We are looking to identify an interview candidates next week. Tasks/Scope of work: to define and execute the structural and user experience aspects of large, complex, web-based projects. The UX Design Consultant responsibilities range from business strategy and consulting, to tactical execution for individual Intranet projects and day-to-day operational support of the Intranet.  ResponsibilitiesManage a large program of Intranet-based work including one-time and ongoing projects Manage day-to-day communications with the main client for the Intranet program Contribute to the overall strategic direction and vision of the Intranet program Keeping up with industry trends and innovations to present to the client in order to influence the strategic direction of the program Assist project and account management in managing the annual budget for the program including project estimation, regular budget reviews with the client, and managing costs associated with project resources and other related costs Understand the work that has already been done to date for the client and continue with the same strategic direction  Translate client business strategies into functional design Plan and facilitate client work sessions An understanding of user and business requirements Define site functionality, site architecture, navigation, interaction and data flow Plan and execute user research and usability testing Work with designers, technologists, and user researchers to ensure that the user interface reflects requirements Manage and direct project team members when needed Monitor and direct the work of outside consultants and vendors as appropriate Direct and/or lead the creation of various types of deliverables Direct and/or lead the creation of presentation materials Facilitate planning for client meetings with other internal groups  Requirements4+ years of information architecture, human-computer interaction or usability experience with a Web focus Strong problem-solving skills, an investigative mentality and a capacity for strategic and associative thinking Strong business acumen with a focus on strategic analysis Superb oral and written communication skills A strong understanding of design process and dependencies in the web environment Proven experience in leading and being a part of multidisciplinary team Experience with user-centered design methods and research techniques, such as interviewing and observations Knowledge of Microsoft Visio, Word, Excel and Project; Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop; HTML page creation tools An understanding of Internet technologies, including DBs, e-commerce, client-server and front-end technologies like HTML, JavaScript, Ajax, DHTML, CSS and ActiveX Hands-on experience in web development, including hand-coded html, graphic asset production and some client or server-side scripting Experience with enterprise tools such as Microsoft Sharepoint is preferred Experience with social media and enterprise social media is preferred but not required  Apply Online About Adecco North America Adecco is a Fortune Global 500 company and the world leader in workforce solutions. Our comprehensive service offering includes temporary and contract staffing, permanent recruitment, outplacement and career services, training and consulting. Adecco is an equal opportunity employer.