IT Project Manager/Solution Architect - Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC)

Arcticom, a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation, is currently seeking a qualified Program Manager supporting blockchain analysis in Baltic States.  

With an emphasis on Data Analytics and Data Management, this position is responsible for consulting with our client on potential designs and implementation methods of data-driven applications and services, leveraging existing and available cloud-based solutions. This is a technical, hands-on, customer-facing role that will be accountable for delivering advice and guidance on the pros and cons of various cloud-based data analytic offerings and implementations.  This position will be required to think creatively, render opinions on design options and interact directly with client executive and technical staff. You will participate in large projects and benefit from the vast knowledge of team members and stakeholders. 

• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions to both large and small audiences & educate customers of all sizes on the value proposition of IT
• Working knowledge of Cloud services and coming trends in the Cloud space, specifically around data analytics as a service
• Understanding of cloud computing technologies, business drivers, and emerging computing trends, especially data pipeline and data analysis tools and services, infrastructure automation, networking, storage and cloud-based delivery models
• Working knowledge of technologies such as Databricks to implement inbound and outbound data pipelines to support various data types
• Understanding of current structure and operations of data analytics environments supported by OSD’s Advana capability
• Oversight experience on transformational projects and successful transitions to implementation support teams
• Experience with Data Warehousing, cloud-based Big Data technologies, and data pipeline concepts and practical implementation experience
• Experience with design/implementation/consulting of distributed systems, algorithms, and relational databases
• Experience architecting/operating solutions built on Cloud platforms.
• Proficiency with one or more programming languages like Spark SQL, Scala, Python, R, and/or Java.
• Serving as a hands-on subject matter expert for DevOps and Automation in a cloud environment
• Experience working with Agile methodology to manage project demand, tracking, monitoring and execution
• Proven track record of building trusted technical and business relationships with business executives and driving growth in highly strategic or key accounts
• Proven track record of driving decisions collaboratively, resolving conflicts and ensuring follow through
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills leveraging all available resources
• Strong foundation of knowledge around cloud platforms like Azure and AWS and the cloud ecosystem
• Ability to connect technology with measurable business value
• Demonstrated technical thought leadership in customer facing situations
• Exceptional verbal and written communication
• Presentation skills with a high degree of comfort with both large and small audiences
• High initiative, self-motivation and drive to exceed expectations
• Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts and software as required
• Excellent analytic and problem solving skills
• Deadline focused, detail oriented, well organized and self-motivated
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and manage time efficiently
• Ability to push the frontier of technology and independently pursue better alternatives

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 10+ years of data management experience
• 10+ years of Microsoft SQL server experience and knowledge of Transaction-SQL, Stored Procedures and SQL Queries
• A Bachelors college degree is required
• Must be US Citizen
• Must have or be able to attain a TOP SECRET security clearance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is performed in a hybrid setting with semi-frequent travel to Eastern European countries.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hires and supervises direct reports.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base and/or US embassies. 

Shareholder Preference

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.