Application Architect

Responsibilities include:

• Design high-level application architecture and technical specifications.

• Develop detailed architectural blueprints that guide the application development process.

• Ensure that software design and development comply with architectural standards and best practices.

• Define and manage the technology stack (programming languages, frameworks, databases).

• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements.

• Work closely with developers and software engineers to ensure the successful delivery of applications

• Engage with other architects (Enterprise, Solution, System) to ensure alignment with overall IT architecture.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.

• Research and evaluate new tools, technologies, and frameworks to improve software architecture and performance.

• Make key decisions regarding system design, third-party integrations, and tool selection.

• Ensure that applications are scalable, secure, and performant.

• Ensure that all software solutions are of high quality, reliable, and secure.

• Review and approve software designs, code, and configurations.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Design and implement integration strategies for internal and external systems.

• Ensure that applications can integrate with third-party services and legacy systems as needed.

• Ensure seamless communication between components of the software architecture.

• Design and implement integration strategies for internal and external systems.

• Ensure that applications can integrate with third-party services and legacy systems as needed.

• Ensure seamless communication between components of the software architecture.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.

• Combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience/Training

• 15 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in an architecture role.

Professional Certification/License

• N/A

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in designing complex software architectures (microservices, SOA, etc.).

• Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, .NET, Python, JavaScript).

• Experience with databases (SQL, NoSQL), API development, and cloud-native architectures.

• Familiarity with front-end and back-end technologies.

• Experience with DevOps tools and methodologies (CI/CD, automation).

• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, especially in a complex software environment.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams (developers, QA, project managers).

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a professional office environment with no unusual hazards. There may be some travel with overnight stays. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Salary Range for the Application Architect: $125k to $175k based on experience and geographical location.