Dear members
This posting is neither about technical nor about certification subject.
But this is about a career change faced by a
java enthusiast. I am sure there will be many people like me having this kind of mental struggle or career dilemma, especialy in a highly competitive job market.
First of all I express my sincere gratitude to all the members. I was a silent observer or reader of this forum. It has helped me to prepare for
SCEA. I have cleared SCEA-I(83%) and have submitted SCEA-II and gave SCEA-III exam recently. I have to admit that it was a good learning experience to view the members postings and comments. A Big thank you for all behind Java Ranch. I am hopeful that I will clear SCEA.
Also I have other professional certifications such as
SCJP 1.4(88%) and IBM's OOAD & UML (88%) and PMI's CAPM( Certified Associate of Project Management).
I am working as a Systems Analyst actively involved in Database application development and projectmanagement .
The application development is primarily using Oracle RDBMS, Oracle Forms Oracle Reports and Java
Applets. I do manage Maintenance and development projects in the Oracle space. I have been involved in new development projects in the capacity of a senior systems analyst, doing feasibility studies, Eliciting System Requirements, Business Requirement Analysis, performing System Analysis, creating logical and design models,
Designed and Implemented database applications. Also I have actively involved in architecting and high level designing Platform Independent Models (PIM) using UML, Preparing and Reviewing different models and diagrams in UML.
Since I am a java enthusiast and have a better understanding of OOAD methodology, I want to pursue a career in
J2EE, if possible in the capacity of a java Architect.
But the problem I am facing is I have not worked in any of the commercial development tools like Jbuilder, Visual Age or Jdeveloper and do not have practical experience in developing, implementing and integrating applications using application servers like weblogic, websphere and Message Brokers like IBM MQ etc. Strictly speaking I have not worked in any serious java projects.
Since the company I am working is not having any java projects I am planning to look for a Java Architect Job in a new company.
Would you advise me to join as Architect first of all in a software development company.
If I Join as an Architect, what are the challenges I would have to face ?.
Would you suggest me to go for some more professional courses or trainings before taking up an archiect's role.
If any body can suggest prospective employer's list, you are most welcome.
I am serious about pursuing a career as a Java architect and I strongly believe I have good qualifications for that. Look forward to creative suggestions and advices from all , especially from certified J2EE architects, those working in architect's role and architect aspirants.
Please do respond.
thanks & regards
samson