Enterprise ALM Architect

Company Description ProlificXpert UG is a technology-focused organization specializing in advanced software solutions and consulting services for clients across various industries. The company is committed to delivering high-quality engineering practices, with an emphasis on reliability, scalability, and innovation. ProlificXpert UG supports organizations in optimizing their development lifecycles and integrating modern tools and platforms. Team members collaborate remotely, using streamlined processes and clear communication to deliver effective results for clients.
Role Description The IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM) Architect role at ProlificXpert UG is a remote, contract position focused on designing, implementing, and optimizing IBM ELM solutions for client projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing existing development and lifecycle processes, defining solution architectures, and configuring IBM ELM components to support requirements management, test management, change and configuration management, and workflow automation. The architect collaborates with software development and project teams to ensure seamless integration of IBM ELM with other tools and systems, and provides guidance on best practices, governance, and process improvement. The role also involves documenting architectural decisions, creating technical specifications, supporting troubleshooting and performance tuning, and advising stakeholders on roadmap and scalability considerations.
Qualifications
Strong background in Architecture and Architectural Design, with experience defining and documenting enterprise and solution architectures for engineering lifecycle management platforms.
Hands-on experience in Software Development, with practical knowledge of application lifecycles, version control, and collaboration tools to support IBM ELM implementations.
Proven expertise in Integration, including designing and implementing integrations between IBM ELM and other systems (e.g., ALM tools, CI/CD pipelines, issue tracking, and reporting platforms).
Experience in Project Management, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate architectural and implementation tasks across multiple stakeholders and teams.
Practical experience configuring and working with IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (formerly IBM Rational) tools such as DOORS Next, Engineering Workflow Management, Engineering Test Management, or related components.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business and engineering requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions.
Effective communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work with remote, cross-functional teams and present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Familiarity with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, DevOps) and lifecycle governance practices.
Experience with cloud-based environments and modern tooling ecosystems (e.g., containers, CI/CD platforms, issue trackers) is beneficial.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Work arrangement
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