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We are seeking a seasoned Senior Solution Architect with a minimum of 8 years of experience in the data analytics field, managing the technical architecture of complex systems. The ideal candidate should also possess experience in supporting SAP Technology stack system like SAP SAC, SAP HANA Database, SAP BusinessObjects and SAP Data Services. As a Senior Solutions Architect, you will lead the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of SAP products within AWS and/or Azure cloud infrastructure, ensuring its performance, security, and availability to support our organization's critical business operations. You will also be tasked with designing agile solutions with various data integration points involved flat files, API Endpoints so as to further enrich the financial management system. This is a remote position supporting a Washington DC based customer.
Job Description:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement high-availability and disaster recovery solutions for CFO Control Tower implementations.
- Monitor and ensure the health, performance, and security of databases by diagnosing and resolving technical issues, performance bottlenecks, and connectivity problems, while optimizing configurations.
- Implement and manage database backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data integrity and availability, including routine backups, restoration tests, and disaster recovery drills, while coordinating system recoveries.
- Maintain and enhance database security by implementing access controls, encryption, and compliance with industry regulations and organizational policies.
- Perform regular maintenance tasks, such as system updates, patches, and performance tuning, to optimize the performance of databases and ensure seamless operations.
- Develop and maintain system documentation, including installation procedures, configuration guides, and operational runbooks.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts during critical incidents, providing timely resolutions and root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences, collaborating closely with all teams.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior system administrators and other team members, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
- Stay current with the latest SAP HANA releases, updates, and industry best practices, evaluating their impact on on the performance of all operations.
- Lead and foster interdepartmental collaboration on secure transit of enrichment data into the financial management system.
- Lead and foster best team development and performance enhancement practices around formal SAP technology stack but also informal code stacks like PowerShell, Python, Java and Javascript.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in system administration, including system installations, upgrades, patches, and promotions.
- Ability to obtain U.S. government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
- Proficiency in landscape design, system configuration, and integration with applications.
- Solid expertise in performance tuning, system monitoring, and proactive maintenance activities.
- Strong understanding of security concepts, including user provisioning, authorization concepts, and SAP security notes application.
- Experience in scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for system automations as well as data enrichment integration.
- Exposure to cloud-based SAP deployments (e.g., AWS, Azure) and their implications for SAP HANA, BusinessObjects and/or Data Services operations is a plus.
Application Deadline: April 3, 2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
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