Technical Architect

Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Who we are looking for:

Wunderman Thompson Costa Rica is seeking for a Technical Architect. The TA is oversees the technology execution, provides status updates to relevant team members, is in charge of risk assessments and defining architectural direction for execution teams and at the same time is the person in charge of building architectural models that are reusable.

The TA completes all research on developing technologies and should lead all collaboration on cross-functional business goals.

Who you are:

• Detail-oriented | Meticulous attention to detail, you'll be the last set of eyes before launch.
• Collaborative | Our team is close-knit and supportive and we’re working with a lot of unknowns – you must champion team environments that are comfortable and encouraging, especially when working across disciplines.
• Curious | Continuous learning is a top priority for you.

Responsibilities:

• Manages technology teams and/or processes to support client
• Assesses feasibility, alternatives, and opportunities
• Solves and prevents technical problems early on
• Scopes consultation to business/creative teams prior to production phase
• Liaises between technology and business/creative teams in all project phases
• Supports upsell efforts
• Provides sales support--written, verbally, and in person as required
• Delivers on time with zero defects; delivers against the business objectives and creative vision
• Delivers complex full systems
• Owns scope and all technical documentation
• Creates, approves, and manages estimates
• Reviews and evaluates timeline and project plan feasibility
• Manages solution architecture deployment
• Implements and governs solution architectures

What you’ll need:

• Proven experience as a Technical Architect (6+ years)
• Hands-on experience with software development and system administration
• Understanding of strategic IT solutions
• Experience in project management and service-oriented architecture (SOA)
• Knowledge of selected coding languages (e.g. JavaScript, Java)
• Familiarity with various operating systems (e.g. Windows, UNIX) and databases (e.g. MySQL)
• Experience in cloud technologies (e.g. VMware)
• Excellent communication skills
• Problem-solving aptitude
• Organizational and leadership skills
• BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field

At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.

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