Architecture
Applying architecture theories, principles, concepts, practices, methodologies, and frameworks.
Level 1. Demonstrates introductory understanding, directing people to the appropriate source for further information.
BEHAVIORS
- Explains architecture principles at a basic level.
- Reviews basic architectural specifications and develop actionable strategies to implement these specifications.
- Explains the difference between architecture domains.
- Maintains control over the architecture life cycle.
- Sets measurable targets that encapsulate the quality attributes of a system.
QUESTIONS
- Describe a situation where you implemented architectural specifications.
Probing Questions
* What was the situation?
* What was your role?
* What did you do?
* What was the outcome?
- Describe a situation where you participated in architecture-related activities for a software development project.
Probing Questions
* What was the project?
* What did you need to accomplish?
* What did you do?
* What was the outcome?
Level 2. Applies the competency in common situations that present limited difficulties, working with a moderate level of guidance.
BEHAVIORS
- Creates basic models based upon specifications.
- Explains the architecture component and sub-component key terms and purpose.
- Maps/tracks architecture component and sub-component to business requirements.
- Facilitates architectural work among the team members.
- Maintains control over the architecture component and sub-component life cycle.
- Provides a vision for the system or application as well as architectural guidance to the team.
QUESTIONS
- Please describe a situation where you developed data, processes, or network models for your organization.
Probing Questions
* What was the situation?
* What did you need to accomplish?
* What did you do?
* What was the outcome?
- Describe a situation where you disseminated technical work among team members on a project.
Probing Questions
* What was the project?
* Who were the team members?
* What did you need to accomplish?
* What did you do?
* What was the outcome of the project?
Level 3. Applies the competency in the full range of typical situations, requiring guidance in only the most complex or new situations.
BEHAVIORS
- Interfaces with business clients to capture requirements and prepare proposals.
- Develops candidate architecture models.
- Subdivides complex architecture models into components and sub-components.
- Defines specific product requirements.
- Validates the technical feasibility of a solution.
QUESTIONS
- Discuss a project where you developed multiple architectural alternatives that could satisfy a business requirement.
Probing Questions
* What was the project?
* What was the requirement?
* What did you do?
* What was the result?
- Describe a situation where you defined the technical architecture for an organization.
Probing Questions
* What was the situation?
* What did you need to accomplish?
* What did you do?
* What was the result?
Level 4. Applies the competency in new or complex situations and advises others.
BEHAVIORS
- Develops integrated architecture with complex interactions that span business lines.
- Assesses new requirements and makes design recommendations.
- Leads strategic architecture projects in terms of scope and value
- Manages incidents related to architectural faults
- Defines metadata models and information models.
- Monitors compliance to architecture standards.
- Monitors organizational architectural best practices.
QUESTIONS
- Describe a situation where you developed integrated architecture with interactions that span business lines.
Probing Questions
* What was the situation?
* What did you need to accomplish?
* What did you do?
* What was the outcome?
- Describe a situation where you created an architectural roadmap.
Probing Questions
* What was the situation?
* What did you need to accomplish?
* What did you do?
* How was the roadmap received?
Level 5. Develops new approaches and methods in the area. Is recognized as an expert within the organization.
BEHAVIORS
- Establishes new architectural standards related to industry practice.
- Aligns architecture to the organization’s vision by facilitating the integration of business and technology.
- Recommends priorities for business based upon the architecture.
- Addresses governance issues.
QUESTIONS
- Please describe a situation where you designed an enterprise-level data model or architecture.
Probing Questions
* Describe the situation.
* What did you need to accomplish?
* What did you do?
* What was the outcome?
- Please describe a situation where you applied strategic architectural thinking to impact business results.
Probing Questions
* What was the situation?
* What did you need to accomplish?
* What did you do?
* What were the results?
- Describe a situation where you aligned systems architecture with business strategies.
Probing Questions
* What was the situation?
* What did you need to accomplish?
* What did you do?
* What was the outcome?