Description
For one of our clients we are currently looking for two Principal IT engineers, one perm and one freelance.
As a Principal IT engineer you will be responsible for Responsible for setting and controlling the system (hardware, software, telecommunications, and/or information) design and test standards and practices for the enterprise, a major XIM organization or a major XIM platform.
Responsibilities:
- The principal Serves as the subject matter expert across multiple technical disciplines.
- Assures that new systems and enhancements to existing systems, including non-functional requirements,are designed and delivered to meet business objectives in a manner that balances risk with performance and cost; and is consistent with established XIM strategies, architectures, standards, and policies.
- Assures the interoperability of system components with other systems where required.
- Describes the technical requirements to and inspects the delivered results from internal and third-party providers of IT products and services to assure that they meet business and technical objectives.
- Responsible for the non-functional (eg performance scalability, availability, reliability etc.) system test strategy and reviews and oversees test activities to assure proper operation and performance of the system.
Scope of the role
Autonomy
- Has authority and responsibility for all aspects of a significant area of work, including policy formation and application. Is held fully accountable for actions taken and decisions made, by self and matrixed team.
Influence
- Decisions critical to organizational success. Influences developments within information systems industry at highest levels. Advances exploitation of information systems within one or more organizations and/or the advancement of knowledge. Develops long-term strategic relationships with customers and industry leaders.
Complexity
- Leads on formulation and application of strategy. Work involves application of highest level management and leadership skills. Has deep understanding of information systems industry and emerging technologies and implications for the wider business environment.