Koniag Government Services
HRIT API Solutions Architect (REMOTE)
Koniag Government Services, New York, New York, United States
Koniag Professional Services LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a HRIT API Solutions Architect to support KPS and our government customer. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This is a remote opportunity.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
Koniag Professional Solutions is seeking an experienced Solution Architect with specialized expertise in API technologies and Human Resource Information Technology (HRIT) systems. This role is critical for designing and implementing innovative, scalable, and secure solutions that connect HR systems and enable seamless data flow across the enterprise. The ideal candidate combines deep technical knowledge of modern API architecture with comprehensive understanding of HR systems, data models, and business processes. This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:
The Solution Architect will be responsible for designing comprehensive technical architectures that address complex HR technology challenges, with particular focus on API-driven integration and interoperability. The position involves collaboration with HR stakeholders, technical teams, and executive leadership throughout the solution lifecycle. Principal responsibilities include:
Design enterprise-level architecture solutions for HR systems with emphasis on API integration patterns and strategies
Develop API frameworks and standards that enable secure, scalable integration between HR systems and other enterprise applications
Create comprehensive technical designs for HR solution implementations, including integration architecture, data flows, and security models
Evaluate and recommend API management platforms and technologies that meet HR integration requirements
Design RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures for HR data exchange and process automation
Develop integration strategies for connecting core HR systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, Workday, etc.) with peripheral applications
Create architecture roadmaps that align HR technology capabilities with business objectives
Design authentication and authorization mechanisms for securing HR APIs and data flows
Collaborate with HR business analysts to translate requirements into effective technical solutions
Provide technical leadership and guidance to implementation teams throughout the development lifecycle
Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities for innovation within HR technology landscape
Present architectural concepts and recommendations to technical and business stakeholders
Develop technical standards and governance processes for API development and management
Create proof of concepts to validate architectural approaches for critical HR integrations
Education and Experience:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's degree preferred)
8+ years of experience in IT with at least 5 years in architecture or technical leadership roles
Strong experience designing and implementing API architectures and integration solutions
Experience with HR systems architecture and implementation
Demonstrated expertise in integration technologies and middleware platforms
Required Skills and Competencies:
Deep knowledge of API design principles, patterns, and best practices
Experience with RESTful API design, development, and management
Strong understanding of HR systems architecture and data models
Knowledge of API security standards and implementation (OAuth, OIDC, etc.)
Experience with API management platforms and gateways
Understanding of microservices architecture and implementation
Experience with HR data integration patterns and challenges
Knowledge of HR business processes and system workflows
Strong expertise in integration technologies and middleware solutions
Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging patterns
Understanding of identity management and access control for HR systems
Excellent communication skills for explaining complex technical concepts
Experience creating architecture documentation and diagrams
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Desired Skills and Competencies:
Knowledge of federal HR systems and integration requirements
Experience with specific HR systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, Workday, SuccessFactors, etc.)
Experience with GraphQL, gRPC, or other modern API technologies
Understanding of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD for API deployment
Experience with cloud platforms and services (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Knowledge of API testing methodologies and tools
Experience with data governance in HR contexts
Understanding of HR analytics and reporting architectures
Experience with HR document management and workflow automation
Knowledge of HR compliance and security requirements
Experience with API monitoring and observability solutions
Understanding of master data management for employee data
Experience with HR data migration architectures
Knowledge of federal security frameworks and compliance requirements
Security Requirement:
Ability to maintain Public Trust
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit
www.koniag-gs.com
.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352
Job Details
Job Family
Software and Systems Development
Job Function
Enterprise Architect (ERP Specialist)
Pay Type
Salary
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
Koniag Professional Solutions is seeking an experienced Solution Architect with specialized expertise in API technologies and Human Resource Information Technology (HRIT) systems. This role is critical for designing and implementing innovative, scalable, and secure solutions that connect HR systems and enable seamless data flow across the enterprise. The ideal candidate combines deep technical knowledge of modern API architecture with comprehensive understanding of HR systems, data models, and business processes. This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:
The Solution Architect will be responsible for designing comprehensive technical architectures that address complex HR technology challenges, with particular focus on API-driven integration and interoperability. The position involves collaboration with HR stakeholders, technical teams, and executive leadership throughout the solution lifecycle. Principal responsibilities include:
Design enterprise-level architecture solutions for HR systems with emphasis on API integration patterns and strategies
Develop API frameworks and standards that enable secure, scalable integration between HR systems and other enterprise applications
Create comprehensive technical designs for HR solution implementations, including integration architecture, data flows, and security models
Evaluate and recommend API management platforms and technologies that meet HR integration requirements
Design RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures for HR data exchange and process automation
Develop integration strategies for connecting core HR systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, Workday, etc.) with peripheral applications
Create architecture roadmaps that align HR technology capabilities with business objectives
Design authentication and authorization mechanisms for securing HR APIs and data flows
Collaborate with HR business analysts to translate requirements into effective technical solutions
Provide technical leadership and guidance to implementation teams throughout the development lifecycle
Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities for innovation within HR technology landscape
Present architectural concepts and recommendations to technical and business stakeholders
Develop technical standards and governance processes for API development and management
Create proof of concepts to validate architectural approaches for critical HR integrations
Education and Experience:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's degree preferred)
8+ years of experience in IT with at least 5 years in architecture or technical leadership roles
Strong experience designing and implementing API architectures and integration solutions
Experience with HR systems architecture and implementation
Demonstrated expertise in integration technologies and middleware platforms
Required Skills and Competencies:
Deep knowledge of API design principles, patterns, and best practices
Experience with RESTful API design, development, and management
Strong understanding of HR systems architecture and data models
Knowledge of API security standards and implementation (OAuth, OIDC, etc.)
Experience with API management platforms and gateways
Understanding of microservices architecture and implementation
Experience with HR data integration patterns and challenges
Knowledge of HR business processes and system workflows
Strong expertise in integration technologies and middleware solutions
Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging patterns
Understanding of identity management and access control for HR systems
Excellent communication skills for explaining complex technical concepts
Experience creating architecture documentation and diagrams
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Desired Skills and Competencies:
Knowledge of federal HR systems and integration requirements
Experience with specific HR systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, Workday, SuccessFactors, etc.)
Experience with GraphQL, gRPC, or other modern API technologies
Understanding of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD for API deployment
Experience with cloud platforms and services (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Knowledge of API testing methodologies and tools
Experience with data governance in HR contexts
Understanding of HR analytics and reporting architectures
Experience with HR document management and workflow automation
Knowledge of HR compliance and security requirements
Experience with API monitoring and observability solutions
Understanding of master data management for employee data
Experience with HR data migration architectures
Knowledge of federal security frameworks and compliance requirements
Security Requirement:
Ability to maintain Public Trust
Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit
www.koniag-gs.com
.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352
Job Details
Job Family
Software and Systems Development
Job Function
Enterprise Architect (ERP Specialist)
Pay Type
Salary