Principal Architect

Principal Architect

You've got a big imagination. We want you to let it run wild, with all the tools and support you'll need to execute your vision.

We're looking for Cox Communications' next Principal Architect in Enterprise DevOps, to help push our company into the future. When it comes to modernized architecture strategy, blueprints and framework processes, you'll be in the captain's chair with cutting-edge tech behind you. Sound interesting? Keep reading for more details!

What's in it for you?

At Cox, our people come first...and that's not just a company line. Here's a peek at our best-in-class benefits package and award-winning employee culture.

• We want our people to succeed, plain and simple. We're all about professional development, continuing education and helping your career grow in a collaborative, inclusive culture where the next big idea can come from anyone...including you!
• Boring work is the absolute worst. At Cox, you'll work with fascinating, cutting-edge tech platforms in industries that are ripe for invention, innovation and investment.
• We all have lives and responsibilities outside of work. We have an exceptional work/life balance at Cox, with accommodating work schedules and flexible time-off policies.
• We show our appreciation for our talent with a competitive salary package and top-notch bonus & incentive plans.
• How does a great healthcare benefits package from day one sound? Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee-only plan could be FREE, if you participate in our health screening program.
• At Cox, we believe in being transparent - please click on the link ( Cox Benefits Overview ) to learn more about our remarkable healthcare benefits.
• 10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match.
• Free internet, premium cable and smart home automation in applicable markets (up to $374 value per month).
• Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education.
• Looking to grow your family? You'll have access to our inclusive parental leave policies, plus comprehensive fertility coverage and adoption assistance.
• Want to volunteer in your community? We encourage that, and even offer paid hours for you to do so.
• We all love our pets-whether they walk, crawl, fly, swim or slither-and we're happy to supply insurance for them as well.

It doesn't end there, either. Our benefits are as diverse as our employees at Cox, giving you the freedom to choose what works best for you and your family.

What You'll Do

You'll be a key IT leader and business partner for the Enterprise Data and Infrastructure (EDIS) team within the Enterprise Development & Operations organization. You'll develop and drive adaptive and flexible processes in support of enterprise data solutions. Other responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic direction for planning, design and architecture of complex data solutions.
• Developing technology components of Cox Communications enterprise data strategy.
• Driving an adopted vision, strategy and roadmap.

• Providing architectural guidance and support to technology stacks for data-oriented services.
• Driving and implementing recommendations (upstream) and their integration to downstream for real-time analytics, operational analysis and metrics reporting.

• Conducting industry research, monitoring trends and evaluating new methodologies, technologies and tools.
• Initiating engagements with external vendors and internal organizations.
• Facilitating active partnerships companywide.
• Developing and driving adoption of architecture standards and policies within EDIS, technology and business stakeholders.
• Actively developing, implementing and managing the enterprise data solutions roadmap with EDIS leadership team.
• Providing guidance, coaching and leadership to EDIS data architects.

Who You Are

You're a dreamer and a doer. You're ethical, trustworthy and reliable. You have a passion for tech and what makes it tick. You also have the following qualifications:

Minimum:

• One of the following:
  
  
  • A BS/BA in computer science engineering or other IT/ technical degree with 10+ years of experience, OR
  • A master's degree with 8+ years of experience, OR
  • A PhD with 5+ years of experience, OR

• 10+ years of relevant experience with at least 5+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• 10+ years in architecture design, development and implementation.
• Experience in developing Service Oriented (SOA), web services, data services-oriented architectures.
• Technical experience developing and using traditional stacks/tools.
• Technical experience developing and using big data & analytics stacks/tools.
• Technical experience implementing streaming platforms.
• Knowledge of Cloud platforms such as: AWS, Google, Azure, and related platforms Snowflake, Databricks, etc.
• Capable of working closely with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with handling large datasets and architectures like Hadoop and open-source data mining tools.
• A confident presence in client facing situations, polished verbal and written presentations, effective interpersonal skills and strong collaboration skills.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of AWS Stack: Redshift, Kinesis, EMT, Hadoop distributions, Elasticsearch, Streaming data, etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of digital transformation, IoT, artificial intelligence and DevOps.
• Knowledge of Telecommunications service offerings: video, voice, and high-speed data.

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About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is the largest private telecom company in America, serving six million homes and businesses. That's a lot, but we also proudly serve our employees. Our benefits and our award-winning culture are just two of the things that make Cox a coveted place to work. If you're interested in bringing people closer through broadband, smart home tech and more, join Cox Communications today!

About Cox

Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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