Technical Architect
Horace Mann•Plano, TX
•$105,200 - $147,950
About The Position
Horace Mann is a purpose-driven company that is passionate about educators. The Technical Architect is responsible for translating business needs into scalable, efficient, and innovative technical solutions. This role involves designing, developing, and optimizing IT systems, ensuring high performance, reliability, and alignment with organizational goals. The Technical Architect works closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions across the full software development lifecycle.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of modern IT systems, best practices, and relevant legislation
- Proficiency in programming languages, web technologies, scripting tools, and protocols
- Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and project lifecycle principles
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and straightforward manner
- Ability to remain effective under pressure and manage competing priorities
- Strong interpersonal skills; tactful and diplomatic approach
- Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field or equivalent work experience
- Typically 1–5 years of relevant experience in technical development or architecture
Responsibilities
- Partner with teams to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and efficient IT solutions
- Translate business requirements into technical system designs, integrating hardware, software, and network components
- Recommend technologies and products aligned with the organization’s technical infrastructure
- Lead analysis efforts through information gathering and system evaluation
- Design, document, develop, test, and debug applications within a team environment
- Support business optimization projects, including system enhancements and upgrades
- Ensure application performance, reliability, and quality standards are met
- Communicate technical plans clearly to designers, developers, and stakeholders
- Provide regular updates, raise issues, and share key information in meetings and stand-ups
- Contribute to organizational goals by completing assigned technical initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
