Senior Group Technical Architect

Experience: Not Available to Not Available years

Location: Chennai, India

Skills: Planisware, SQL, PL/SQL, Jira, Confluence, Agile, Waterfall, scripting, automation

Job Summary
Role Summary
The Planisware Technical Consultant will provide expert-level support, configuration, and optimization of Planisware applications. The role requires deep technical and functional knowledge of Planisware, strong upgrade and release management experience, and the ability to align system capabilities with business processes. This position acts as a key bridge between business stakeholders, technical teams, and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities
1. To architect| design and develop (through Team) solution for product/project & sustenance delivery
2. To bridge the gap between client needs and business goals by gathering requirements, crafting innovative solutions with deep domain/technology expertise, and driving successful implementations that propel strategic initiatives.
3. To ensure knowledge up-gradation and work with new technologies so that the solution is current and meets quality standards and the client requirements
4. To review architecture and design deliverables and ensure solutions adhere to industry best practices, architectural standards simultaneously establish and enforce governance/compliance measures.
5. To train and develop team so as to ensure that there is an adequate supply of trained manpower in the said technology and delivery risks are mitigated
6. To submit Whitepapers, participate in industry forums and file Patents

Skill Requirements
Technical Proficiencies
Planisware Expertise
Extensive hands-on experience supporting Planisware applications
Deep understanding of Planisware modules, architecture, and core features
Expertise in configuring and customizing Planisware to meet organizational requirements
Strong knowledge of business rules, workflows, and reporting within Planisware

Database & Integration Skills
Proficient in SQL and PL/SQL




Experience with database performance tuning and troubleshooting
Familiarity with Planisware integrations, APIs, and data interfaces
Experience with scripting and automation to enhance system functionality

Upgrade & Migration Experience
Proven experience managing major Planisware upgrades and migrations (e.g., V6 to E7)
Solid understanding of change management and impact analysis
Ability to plan, coordinate, test, and execute upgrades with minimal business disruption

Release & Environment Management
Expertise in managing the end-to-end software release lifecycle
Coordination with external vendors, support teams, and internal stakeholders
Ensuring stability across development, test, and production environments

Project & Process Management
Proficient in Jira and Confluence for tracking, documentation, and collaboration
Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall project methodologies
Ability to manage multiple priorities across parallel initiatives

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
Strong analytical capabilities to diagnose and resolve complex Planisware issues
Proactive identification of system risks, performance bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities
Root cause analysis and preventive action planning

Training & User Support
Experience creating training materials, user guides, and documentation
Conducting knowledge transfer and end-user training sessions
Strong customer-focused approach supporting users with varying technical skills

Communication & Collaboration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly language
Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional and global teams
Experience gathering requirements and incorporating stakeholder feedback

Business Process Understanding
Strong knowledge of business process management
Understanding of how Planisware supports enterprise project, portfolio, and resource management
Ability to align technical solutions with strategic business objectives

Other Requirements
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