Technical Architect - Wintel Server Job

TAKE THE LEAD AS A TECHNICAL ARCHITECT Similar Industry Titles and Key Words: Database Architect, Software Engineer, Infrastructure Architect About This Opportunity The Target Technology Services (TTS) team designs and creates innovative solutions for a variety of applications, platforms and environments. TTS not only gives Target a competitive advantage in the marketplace, but also enhances the guest experience through the smart use of technology in the retail industry. Use your skills, experience and talents to be a part of groundbreaking thinking and visionary goals. As a Technical Architect, you'll take the lead as you - Direct current system and platform analysis and leverage information for design decisions - Evaluate and anticipate the impact of technical solutions on related projects - Write technical specifications - Translate technical solutions based on client's needs and feasibility - Evaluate vendor projects and prepare recommendations based on the impact of hardware or software upgrades on new and existing applications - Understand interrelationships and the impact of systems and applications upon the enterprise wide technical environment - Articulate technology options to executive stakeholders - Define technical roadmaps for Windows/Intel servers in the Target stores Requirements - 4-year degree or equivalent Information Technology (IT) industry experience - Five years systems and programming, technical support or implementation experience in either applications, technical services or telecommunications areas - Strong verbal, presentation and written communications skills for technical audiences, i.e. being able to explain technical solutions to technical teams - Good interpersonal, problem solving, reasoning and analytical skills - Good negotiation skills - Self starter with self initiative and direction - Experienced in Microsoft Windows Server technologies, including virtualization Benefits Eligible team members will receive one of the best earnings packages anywhere, including competitive pay, all-around insurance coverage, 401(k), flexible scheduling, training and development and many other perks and benefits. Target is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is a drug-free workplace. About Target Expect the Best. At Target, we have a vision: to become the best - the best culture and brand, the best place for growth and the company with the best reputation. We offer an inclusive, collaborative and energetic work environment that rewards those who perform. We deliver engaging, innovative and on-trend experiences for our team members and our guests. We invest in our team members' futures by developing leaders and providing a breadth of opportunities for professional development. It takes the best to become the best, and we are committed to building a team that does the right thing for our guests, shareholders, team members and communities. Minneapolis-based Target Corporation serves guests at stores nationwide and at Target.com. Target is committed to providing a fun and convenient shopping experience with access to unique and highly differentiated products at affordable prices. Since 1946, the corporation has given 5 percent of its income through community grants and programs like Take Charge of Education.