The State of Michigan is looking for: Software Solutions Architect

• Local candidates only. Please do not submit candidates who will need to relocate.
• Interviews: Interviews will be held onsite at 101 E Hillsdale St., Lansing, MI 48933. Candidates must be available for an in-person interview.
• Duration: 1 year with extension likely
• Position location: 101 E Hillsdale St., Lottery Building 2nd Floor, Lansing, MI. Will need to be onsite starting day 1 for hybrid work schedule which is onsite 2 days a week. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION.

Top Skills & Years of Experience Required:

• Experience with .NET Core
• Web Services connecting to Oracle and SQL Server
• Familiar with VB6 and .NET Windows Form applications/code
• Communication – Ability to present/speak to non-technical staff including executive leadership

Position Description

DTMB-AS-MGCB is seeking an experienced IT Application or Enterprise Architect to join our team for a Legacy Modernization project. This 2-year project is to rewrite desktop application (VB6 and .NET) utilizing a modern web solution. This role will be responsible for designing, architecting, and developing systems using .NET, Entity Framework Core, JSON Serialization and Web Services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with modern software design and development practices, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Architecture and Design: Architect complex enterprise-level applications using .NET, ensuring systems are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with business needs.
• Development and Implementation: Lead the development of application systems utilizing .NET, Entity Framework Core for database queries, and JSON Serialization for data handling.
• Database Architecture: Design and optimize databases and queries using Entity Framework Core, ensuring performance, scalability, and data integrity.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Lead and implement unit testing practices, ensuring the reliability and quality of developed systems. Develop test strategies and frameworks to support ongoing development.
• Integration and Web Services: Architect and integrate web services (RESTful APIs, SOAP, etc.) to ensure seamless communication between various system components and third-party services.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with other architects, developers, and product teams to define system requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Mentorship and Leadership: Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior developers and other technical team members, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive system documentation, including architecture designs, data models, and codebase specifications.
• Stay Current with Industry Trends: Continuously explore new technologies and development practices to improve system architecture, performance, and reliability.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of overall experience in the field
• Proven experience as an IT Application Architect, Enterprise Architect, or similar role in large-scale software development projects.
• Expertise in .NET for building modern web and enterprise applications.
• Strong knowledge of Entity Framework Core for database interaction and optimization.
• Experience with JSON Serialization for efficient data serialization and deserialization.
• Expertise in designing and implementing Web Services (RESTful APIs, SOAP) for system integration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in Agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools such as Git, or Azure DevOps.