Presales Software Architect (CTS)

About Certis

We are a leading security services organisation. We put technology to work in making the world a safer place. Our mission is that as trusted partners, we protect lives and assets, and deliver integrated critical services. By empowering our people, our goal is to enable our communities to stay safe and thriving.
We offer a broad range of opportunities and career pathways for our people to grow and explore their potential. We believe that people, equipped with innovative thinking and technological capabilities will make the world safer, smarter and better.

Life at Certis

If you are a passionate individual looking for opportunities to expand your skills, and purposeful work instead of just a ‘job’, we would love to hear from you.
At Certis, no two days look alike. Our work calendars are filled with chances to collaborate with others, and bring new initiatives to life. Whether you’re looking to improve a process, or have an innovative idea awaiting a technology solve, we want you to bring your ideas to the table.
We are a close-knit team that looks out for each other, works hard to get the job done, and encourages each other to grow – the perfect place for you to grow your career!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop project technology strategy by understanding key client objectives; diagnosing and mapping client requirements; articulating solution risks and barriers; recommending project approaches; preparing time and cost estimates; planning full project life cycle
• To Prepare and deliver the business value solutions for customers, including proposal writing, presentation, conduct, proof-of-concept to showcase its technical feasibility when necessary
• To Propose the technical solution and oversee the selection of technologies and estimate resources required to develop the proposed solution to meet customer’s requirements.
• Articulate alternatives in terms of cost, benefit and risk where multiple solution exist.
• Highlight the positive impact of the solutions and it how it can achieve customer’s business goals
• Manage customer relationship by communicating architecture standards and frameworks; answering questions; resolving concerns and issues
• Actively participate in the business development lifecycle. Identify opportunities, generate proposals, and support other sales efforts
• Increase organization effectiveness by identifying opportunities to leverage solutions to other engagements
• Improve information usefulness by tracking emerging technologies; evaluating their applicability to business goals and operational requirements

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, systems analysis or a related study, or equivalent experience
• 10 + years of experience spanning at least two IT disciplines, including technical architecture, network management, application development, middleware, database management or operations
• Experience as a team lead preferred
• Experience with Cloud and Application enterprise implementations
• Exposure to multiple, diverse technologies and processing environments
• Knowledge of all components of a technical architecture
• Knowledge of business process re-engineering principles and processes
• Strong understanding of network architecture and application development methodologies
• Professional experience with n-tier application architectures development Strong analytical and conceptual skills, with ability to function at both the detail and conceptual levels

Recognition & Reward

What you can expect from us:
    • Work on projects for world-class security projects renowned for their safety, reliability and efficiency
    • Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and assistance with further education
    • Community volunteering opportunities
    • A competitive remuneration package, featuring performance-based incentives and a medical insurance and dental allowance.
    
Certis is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.