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nLeague

Application Architect

nLeague, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319

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3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from nLeague We are seeking a highly skilled application architect to lead our development team in creating software solutions that meet our clients' needs. You will be responsible for communicating with clients to determine their requirements. By seeing the big picture, you will create architectural approaches for software design and lead a team of software developers as they develop polished final products. The desired applicant would be someone with extensive experience in design and development of client/server applications, both front end and back end. This is a position where they need to work with Junior developers to do code reviews etc. To be successful as an Application Architect, you should be an expert problem solver, have a strong understanding of the broad range of software technologies and platforms available, and excellent IT skills. Experience in designing and possessing the ability to develop a unified vision for software characteristics and functions. With a goal of providing a framework for the development of software applications or systems that will result in high quality IT solutions. The top candidates will also be excellent leaders and communicators. NOTE: This position will be renewed on 7/1/25 through 6/30/26+ The contractor may sit remotely in the United States. The client would like to see people with previous HHS experience if possible. Contractors need to have experience working with Junior developers doing code reviews etc. RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with other professionals to determine functional and technical requirements for new software or applications Architect, design, develop

and

test/troubleshoot

new and existing applications and systems that address the needs of key stakeholders from the business, solution delivery, and operations areas Develop high-level product specifications with attention to system integration and feasibility Use tools and methodologies to create representations for functions and user interface of desired product Define all aspects of development from appropriate technology and workflow to coding standards Monitor adherence to standards in

architecture, application design, development , and

test frameworks

by leading and participating in design and code reviews Ensure software meets all requirements of

quality, security, modifiability, extensibility

etc. Lead the teams technical direction by exploring and implementing the latest in client-side technologies and advocate the use of the best tools, libraries, and processes for client-side development Oversee progress of development team to ensure you and the team adhere to project deadlines and consistency with initial design Approve final product before launch Provide

technical guidance

and

coaching to developers Interacts with a manager as needed to receive guidance and feedback. Provides the manager with weekly progress reports Collaborate with team members across IT Propose new ideas to improve performance and experience when there is strong business value, and stay up to date on the latest technological trends and techniques REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree in Computer Science/Engineering or Equivalent experience Hands-on experience developing enterprise-level software applications

12 years Hands-on experience designing and architecting software applications that are readable, maintainable, testable, scalable, and performable

7 years Excellent

knowledge of UML

and other

modeling methods

7 years Experience with

OpenText products

such as

Content Manager

and

Enterprise Scan

7 years Solid understanding of data structures, interactions between software applications, and

databases 7 years Strong understanding of the current state of

infrastructure automation ,

continuous integration/deployment ,

security ,

networking , and

cloud native mode

7 years Proven ability to design for 'ilities' across distributed systems- scalability , security, reusability, maintainability, extensibility, testability 7 years Ability to effectively communicate complex

technical concepts to a broad range of audiences

7 years Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

7 years Proven ability to mentor, train, design, and use best testing practices 7 years Outstanding communication and presentation skills

7 years High quality organizational and leadership skills

7 years Passion for understanding, following industry trends, and how those trends can influence the company

7 years Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type

Contract Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology Industries

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