Applications Architect

Connective Business Solution • Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

General Characteristics Provides design recommendations based on long-term IT organization strategy. Develops enterprise level application and custom integration solutions including major enhancements and interfaces, functions and features. Uses a variety of platforms to provide automated systems applications to customers. Provides expertise regarding the integration of applications across the business. Determines specifications, then plans, designs, and develops the most complex and business critical software solutions, utilizing appropriate software engineering processes—either individually or in concert with project team. Will assist in the most difficult support problems. Develops programming and development standards and procedures as well as programming architectures for code reuse. Has in-depth knowledge of state-of-the art programming languages and object-oriented approaches in designing, coding, testing and debugging programs. Understands and consistently applies the attributes and processes of current application development methodologies. Researches and maintains knowledge in emerging technologies and possible application to the business. Viewed both internally and externally as a technical expert and critical technical resource across multiple disciplines. Acts as an internal consultant, advocate, mentor and change agent. Please note that this application is part of our candidate pool for future staffing needs under our contract with the State of Florida. Positions may not be available immediately, and job locations, assignments, and start dates may vary depending on agency requirements. By applying, you will be considered for current and upcoming opportunities, and we will reach out if a role that matches your skills and qualifications becomes available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in multiple IT areas and 2–3 years of relevant architecture experience.
• Requires advanced to expert level knowledge and understanding of architecture, applications systems design and integration.
• Has in-depth knowledge of state-of-the art programming languages and object-oriented approaches in designing, coding, testing and debugging programs.
• Understands and consistently applies the attributes and processes of current application development methodologies.
• Expert/lead technical role.
• Typically works on multiple IT projects as a project leader.
• Works on projects/issues of high complexity that require in-depth knowledge across multiple technical areas and business segments.

Responsibilities

• Provides design recommendations based on long-term IT organization strategy.
• Develops enterprise level application and custom integration solutions including major enhancements and interfaces, functions and features.
• Uses a variety of platforms to provide automated systems applications to customers.
• Provides expertise regarding the integration of applications across the business.
• Determines specifications, then plans, designs, and develops the most complex and business critical software solutions, utilizing appropriate software engineering processes—either individually or in concert with project team.
• Will assist in the most difficult support problems.
• Develops programming and development standards and procedures as well as programming architectures for code reuse.
• Researches and maintains knowledge in emerging technologies and possible application to the business.
• Acts as an internal consultant, advocate, mentor and change agent.
• Coaches and mentors more junior technical staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level