University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
Platform Architect
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Job Title
Platform Architect IT Data Center Svcs General Employment Type: Full Time Job Code: 86162BR Job Summary
The Platform Architect is a pivotal leader in driving the strategic direction and priorities of Platform Services within Infrastructure Services at UCSF. This role is instrumental in enhancing the innovative capabilities of server, storage, and database technologies, ensuring UCSF remains at the forefront of technological advancement. With a deep expertise in enterprise architecture, the Platform Architect identifies business requirements, crafts designs and prototypes, and executes testing activities to shape a robust and scalable platform services architecture. The Platform Architect develops comprehensive platform standards, guidelines, and leading-edge practices that set the benchmark for Infrastructure Services. They champion UCSF\'s platform vision and goals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. This role anticipates future technological trends and strategically aligns platform services to meet the evolving needs of the University. The Architect ensures IT infrastructure is operable, secure, efficient, and effective in support of the University\'s mission and delivers exceptional information technology services across customers and stakeholders. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range depends on work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range is $129,600 - $303,800 (Annual). For more about UCSF benefits, including total compensation, visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading academic healthcare organization focused on discovery, education, and patient care. Infrastructure Services (IS) provides 24x7 support to the University community, upholding reliability and responsiveness. Platform Services within IS manages technology platforms, including systems, databases, and cloud services, ensuring security, availability, and performance. The team oversees critical software and data center operations, including server management, storage, networking, and enterprise databases with emphasis on security and top-tier performance. These tasks support UCSF\'s mission and contribute to high-quality health services and learning outcomes. Required Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent in computer science, computer information systems, or related field. 7 to 10+ years in information technology, platform services, database administration, server/storage administration, infrastructure management, or software engineering. Industry certification in a Platform Services specialty (Cloud, Database, Servers, etc.). Expert knowledge of software, database, infrastructure, and platform services. Extensive experience with database technologies (Oracle, MS SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MS Access, SimpleDB, and cloud database services). Advanced knowledge of SAN, NAS, DASD, Fibre Channel, and cloud storage environments. Advanced knowledge of software development using SOA principles with Python, Java, or C++. Experience with cloud platform automation and orchestration tools. Experience implementing next-generation platform solutions (PaaS, cloud services, serverless) supporting AI or ML. Experience in project-based environments with status reporting, risk evaluation, and issue escalation. Proficiency in project management practices, including scheduling, status reporting, and risk communication. Budget planning, business case development, and service management experience. Experience with SDLC methodologies and strong technology fluency about industry trends, vendor offerings, and platforms. Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. Ability to establish positive working relationships with team members, stakeholders, and customers. Strong organizational skills to balance competing priorities and support concurrent projects. Critical thinking to scope solutions based on resources and timelines, with integrity in decision-making. Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in computer science or computer information systems. Industry standard security certification. License/Certification
Industry certification in a Platform Services specialty (Cloud, Database, Servers, etc.). About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to health sciences, with a focus on biomedical research, education, and patient care. UCSF Infrastructure Services provides robust IT support to enable the University\'s missions and emphasizes innovation and excellence in delivering IT services. Pride Values
UCSF values professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence (PRIDE). UCSF is committed to equity and building a diverse community, supporting culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. More information at diversity.ucsf.edu. Join us to contribute to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Organization
Campus Job Code and Payroll Title
000532 IT ARCHITECT 5 Job Category
Clinical Systems / IT Professionals Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee Class
Career Percentage
100% Location
San Francisco, CA Campus
Mission Center Building (SF) Work Style
Fully On-Site Shift
Days, Weekends Shift Length
8 Hours Additional Shift Details
M-F, 8-hour shift. As required after hours, weekend, and escalation support
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Platform Architect IT Data Center Svcs General Employment Type: Full Time Job Code: 86162BR Job Summary
The Platform Architect is a pivotal leader in driving the strategic direction and priorities of Platform Services within Infrastructure Services at UCSF. This role is instrumental in enhancing the innovative capabilities of server, storage, and database technologies, ensuring UCSF remains at the forefront of technological advancement. With a deep expertise in enterprise architecture, the Platform Architect identifies business requirements, crafts designs and prototypes, and executes testing activities to shape a robust and scalable platform services architecture. The Platform Architect develops comprehensive platform standards, guidelines, and leading-edge practices that set the benchmark for Infrastructure Services. They champion UCSF\'s platform vision and goals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. This role anticipates future technological trends and strategically aligns platform services to meet the evolving needs of the University. The Architect ensures IT infrastructure is operable, secure, efficient, and effective in support of the University\'s mission and delivers exceptional information technology services across customers and stakeholders. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range depends on work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range is $129,600 - $303,800 (Annual). For more about UCSF benefits, including total compensation, visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading academic healthcare organization focused on discovery, education, and patient care. Infrastructure Services (IS) provides 24x7 support to the University community, upholding reliability and responsiveness. Platform Services within IS manages technology platforms, including systems, databases, and cloud services, ensuring security, availability, and performance. The team oversees critical software and data center operations, including server management, storage, networking, and enterprise databases with emphasis on security and top-tier performance. These tasks support UCSF\'s mission and contribute to high-quality health services and learning outcomes. Required Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent in computer science, computer information systems, or related field. 7 to 10+ years in information technology, platform services, database administration, server/storage administration, infrastructure management, or software engineering. Industry certification in a Platform Services specialty (Cloud, Database, Servers, etc.). Expert knowledge of software, database, infrastructure, and platform services. Extensive experience with database technologies (Oracle, MS SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MS Access, SimpleDB, and cloud database services). Advanced knowledge of SAN, NAS, DASD, Fibre Channel, and cloud storage environments. Advanced knowledge of software development using SOA principles with Python, Java, or C++. Experience with cloud platform automation and orchestration tools. Experience implementing next-generation platform solutions (PaaS, cloud services, serverless) supporting AI or ML. Experience in project-based environments with status reporting, risk evaluation, and issue escalation. Proficiency in project management practices, including scheduling, status reporting, and risk communication. Budget planning, business case development, and service management experience. Experience with SDLC methodologies and strong technology fluency about industry trends, vendor offerings, and platforms. Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. Ability to establish positive working relationships with team members, stakeholders, and customers. Strong organizational skills to balance competing priorities and support concurrent projects. Critical thinking to scope solutions based on resources and timelines, with integrity in decision-making. Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in computer science or computer information systems. Industry standard security certification. License/Certification
Industry certification in a Platform Services specialty (Cloud, Database, Servers, etc.). About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to health sciences, with a focus on biomedical research, education, and patient care. UCSF Infrastructure Services provides robust IT support to enable the University\'s missions and emphasizes innovation and excellence in delivering IT services. Pride Values
UCSF values professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence (PRIDE). UCSF is committed to equity and building a diverse community, supporting culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. More information at diversity.ucsf.edu. Join us to contribute to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Organization
Campus Job Code and Payroll Title
000532 IT ARCHITECT 5 Job Category
Clinical Systems / IT Professionals Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee Class
Career Percentage
100% Location
San Francisco, CA Campus
Mission Center Building (SF) Work Style
Fully On-Site Shift
Days, Weekends Shift Length
8 Hours Additional Shift Details
M-F, 8-hour shift. As required after hours, weekend, and escalation support
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