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Wolverine Worldwide is a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories. With an established global footprint that spans approximately 200 countries and territories, as well as a rock-solid infrastructure, Wolverine Worldwide is dedicated to advancing the following brands that comprise the ever-expanding portfolio: Bates, Chaco, Cat Footwear, Harley Davidson Footwear, Hush Puppies, Merrell, Saucony, Sweaty Betty and Wolverine. Wolverine Worldwide’s continued success is driven by our ability to stay true to our simple mission: we empower, engage and inspire our consumers – every step of the way.

The Azure Data Platform Solution Architect operates as a technology expert and architect in the design, development and implementation of data solutions using Microsoft Azure technologies. This position works at an Enterprise level with responsibility for solution development and delivery, technology best practices, 24-7 support model, and service level agreements with business leadership.

Primary Duties:Confers with customers and team members to determine requirements; designs business application systems that address and solve corporate business needs; utilizes business and systems knowledge to best meet customer and organizational needsManages and maintains controls and procedures, ensuring that assigned IT areas are performing significant tasks on schedule and within expense parametersActs as coordinator, as requested, for Enterprise-Wide priorities; identifies and analyzes issues, devises solutions through cross-functional teamwork and determines corrective action, clearly communicating to stakeholders throughoutAssesses requirements and work requests and assigns priorities and resolution targetsAssists Manager in preparation of annual budgets and monthly cost allocationsAccountable for disaster recovery initiatives and change management standards and proceduresLeads and/or assists team members and customers with problem solving related to application performance and usageEstablishes, monitors and improves service delivery levels including reliability, availability, accuracy, serviceability and costInterfaces with all levels of management to develop requirements and obtain approval for implementation of new systemsAssists IT Management in the formulation and execution of complex objectives to meet short and long-term company strategic goalsEstimates work effort (resources, timeline, cost) for multiple projects across teams/areas of expertiseProvides input to the recruiting processContinues development of technical and business proficiency through self-directed education, project assignments and interfacing with representatives of vendors and suppliers; participates in local/regional/national influence groupsManages and accounts for Wolverine resources and assetsInteracts in a cross-team capacity to meet customer and organizational needsProvides 24-hour on call support, including evenings and weekendsPerforms other duties as required/assigned by ManagerPerforms duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.10+ years of proven experience in the design and implementation of data warehouse architecture as well as data delivery, data modeling, ETL tools, master data management and deploying highly automated and documented solutions  Considered an expert with Cloud Data Engineering (Ex: MS Azure Synapse and/or Fabric)8+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure data engineering products:  Azure Synapse Studio, Pipelines/Workflows, Python Notebooks, Analytic Pools (serverless), SQL Server Development, and DevOps Strong understanding of Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Cost Management, or equivalent toolingStrong understanding of SAP AFS Functional Areas, Sales and Distribution, Order to Cash, Material Management, Procure to Pay a plusCertificates in area of expertise or equivalent training and development.Proven successful assignment recordGood analytical, problem solving and organizational skillsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationshipsGood oral and written communication skills

Working Conditions:

Full Time. 100% Remote. Michigan based candidates preferred. Must be located in Eastern on Central Time Zones.

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Salary Minimum

$128,000.00

Salary Maximum

$168,000.00

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.