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System Design

Applying an understanding of systems design to develop the specification of information systems and to create, test and document software programs that meet defined business needs in accordance with corporate standards.
Level 1 Demonstrates introductory understanding, directing people to the appropriate source for further information.

BEHAVIORS

  • Explains basic systems design concepts, specifications and techniques.
  • Identifies applicable design standards.
  • Designs simple systems and assists with larger systems design challenges.
  • Assists in the implementation of simple design solutions.

QUESTIONS

  • Describe a situation where you designed a simple system.

Probing Questions

* What was the situation?

* What did you need to design?

* What did you do?

* What was the outcome?

  • Describe a situation where you assisted in the implementation of a system design solution.

Probing Questions

* What was the situation?

* 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

  • Develops system designs that take into consideration migration challenges.
  • Sets parameters and requirements for specific system detail aspects, as well as internal and external interfaces.
  • Documents system design work according to organizational standards, methods and tools.
  • Applies industry standards and methodologies.
  • Discusses security and safety requirements during system design and development.
  • Facilitates the system design work among the team’s members.

QUESTIONS

  • Describe a situation where you addressed migration challenges in developing system specifications.

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 documented the design work of a system interface.

Probing Questions

* What was the situation?

* What was your role?

* What did you do?

* What was the outcome?

Level 3 Applies the competency in the full range of typical situations, requiring guidance in only the most complex or new situations.

BEHAVIORS

  • Maintains control over the system design life cycle.
  • Analyzes architecture business requirements and prepares system design proposals.
  • Provides support for problem resolution activities.
  • Conducts impact analysis for proposed changes to the system.
  • Provide system design guidance to the team.
  • Recommends and/or designs structures and tools for systems that meet specific client application needs.

QUESTIONS

  • Describe a situation where you responded to a request for a feature change in the middle of a development cycle.

Probing Questions

* What was the situation?

* What was your role?

* What did you do?

* What was the outcome?

  • Describe a situation where you provided system design guidance to others.

Probing Questions

* What was the situation?

* What was your role?

* What did you do?

* What was the outcome?

Level 4 Applies the competency in new or complex situations and advises others.

BEHAVIORS

  • Develops applications and technologies using different application frameworks.
  • Makes recommendations/decisions in system design, standards and program enhancements.
  • Conducts impact analysis on significant design options with due consideration to risk management.
  • Assumes technical responsibility for designing and implementing complex, end-to-end solutions.
  • Balances function, service quality and systems requirements in system design.
  • Develops system design best practices and proven techniques.

QUESTIONS

  • Describe a situation where you proposed and implemented changes to a system’s architecture.

Probing Questions

* What was the reason for the proposed change?

* What did you need to accomplish?

* What did you do?

* What was the impact of the change?

  • Describe a situation where you conducted an impact analysis study on new system design.

Probing Questions

* What was the design?

* What did you need to accomplish?

* What did you do?

* What were the results?

Level 5 Develops new approaches and methods in the area. Is recognized as an expert within the organization.

BEHAVIORS

  • Researches systems design trends to maintain up to date knowledge in the area.
  • Provides strategic direction to enterprise-wide system design.
  • Manages very large or multiple-concurrent systems design projects.
  • Markets new systems design opportunities.
  • Oversees organization-wide design work to ensure quality and consistency.
  • Identifies and selects design tools, methodologies and approaches.

QUESTIONS

  • Describe a situation where you led a strategic initiative in system design.

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 implemented measures to maintain quality and consistency in organization-wide design work.

Probing Questions

* What was the situation?

* What did you need to accomplish?

* What did you do?

* How did it address quality or consistency?