1. Solution Design & Architecture

• Design end-to-end technical solutions that are robust, scalable, and secure.
• Translate business requirements into functional and technical architecture.
• Define system specifications, standards, and best practices.

2. Technology Strategy & Planning

• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their fit within the existing IT landscape.
• Define and maintain the technology roadmap in alignment with business goals.
• Support enterprise architecture decisions and contribute to IT governance.

3. Technical Leadership

• Guide and mentor developers, engineers, and other technical team members.
• Provide architectural oversight across development and implementation activities.
• Ensure adherence to design principles, coding standards, and performance benchmarks.

4. Integration & Interoperability

• Design and oversee the integration of systems, services, and third-party platforms.
• Ensure systems can communicate effectively through APIs, microservices, or middleware.
• Maintain data consistency and flow between systems.

5. Performance, Scalability & Security

• Ensure systems are optimized for performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Implement appropriate security controls, data protection, and compliance measures.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

6. Documentation & Standards

• Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation including architecture diagrams, system configurations, and user guides.
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, templates, and documentation guidelines.

7. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with business analysts, project managers, and stakeholders to align on requirements and constraints.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Support pre-sales, bid work, or business cases with technical input when required.

8. Quality Assurance & Review

• Conduct code reviews, design walkthroughs, and system audits.
• Ensure technical deliverables meet business expectations and quality benchmarks.
• Support testing strategies, including performance and security testing.

9. Lifecycle Management

• Oversee the full system development lifecycle from design through deployment and maintenance.
• Support upgrades, patching, and system enhancements over time.

10. Vendor and Tool Evaluation

• Evaluate and select software tools, platforms, and vendors that support the architecture.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors and ensure technical deliverables align with architectural goals.