Application Architect

Title: Application Architect
Location: 200 E. Grand Des Moines IA 50309 (REMOTE)
Duration: 2 Months
Interview: Either web Cam or In-Person

We are seeking a highly skilled application architect to lead our development team in creating software solutions that meet our clients' needs.


JOB DESCRIPTION:
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. 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 testing frameworks by leading and participating in design and code reviews
• Ensure software meets all requirements of quality, security, modifiability, extensibility etc.
• Lead the team's technical direction by exploring and implementing the latest in client-side technologies and advocate the use of 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 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

Skill
Hands-on experience developing enterprise level software applications Required 12Y
Hands-on experience designing and architecting software applications that are readable, maintainable, testable, scalable, and performable Required 7Y
In depth knowledge of .NET, C#, SQL, HTML, CSS, and Javascript Required 7Y
Excellent knowledge of UML and other modeling methods Required 7Y
Experience with OpenText products or similar such as Content Manager and Enterprise Scan. Highly desired 7Y
Solid understanding of data structures, interactions between software applications, and databases Required 7Y
Strong understanding of the current state of infrastructure automation, continuous integration/deployment, security, networking, and cloud native mode Required 7Y
Proven ability to design for 'ilities' across distributed systems-scalability, security, reusability, maintainability, extensibility, testability Required 7Y
Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a broad range of audiences Required 7Y
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Required 7Y
Proven ability to mentor, train, design, and use best testing practices Required 7Y
Outstanding communication and presentation skills Required 7Y
High quality organizational and leadership skills Required 7Y
Passion for understanding, following industry trends, and how those trends can influence the company Required

REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience
• Hands-on experience developing enterprise level software applications - 12 years REQUIRED
• Hands-on experience designing and architecting software applications that are readable, maintainable, testable, scalable, and performable - 7 years REQUIRED
• In depth knowledge of .NET, C#, SQL, HTML, CSS, and Javascript - 7 years REQUIRED
• Excellent knowledge of UML and other modeling methods - 7 years REQUIRED
• Experience with OpenText products such as Content Manager and Enterprise Scan - 7 years REQUIRED
• Solid understanding of data structures, interactions between software applications, and databases - 7 years REQUIRED
• Strong understanding of the current state of infrastructure automation, continuous integration/deployment, security, networking, and cloud native mode - 7 years REQUIRED
• Proven ability to design for 'ilities' across distributed systems-scalability, security, reusability, maintainability, extensibility, testability - 7 years REQUIRED
• bility to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a broad range of audiences - 7 years REQUIRED
• bility to work independently and meet deadlines - 7 years REQUIRED
• Proven ability to mentor, train, design, and use best testing practices - 7 years REQUIRED
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills - 7 years REQUIRED
• High quality organizational and leadership skills - 7 years REQUIRED
• Passion for understanding, following industry trends, and how those trends can influence the company - 7 years REQUIRED

About Us:
InterSources Inc , a Certified Diverse Supplier, was founded in 2007 and offers innovative solutions to help clients with Digital Transformations across various domains and industries. Our history spans over 16 years and today we are an Award-Winning Global Software Consultancy solving complex problems with technology. We recognize that our employees and our clients are our strengths as the diverse talents and opportunities they bring to the table enable us to grow as a global platform and they are causally linked with our success. We provide strategic and technical advice, and we have expertise in areas covering Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Migration, Custom Software Development, Data Analytics Infrastructure & Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security Services, etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud partner company. We align strategy with execution and provide secure service solutions by developing and using the latest technologies that thrive our resources to deliver industry-leading capabilities to our clients and customers, making it convenient for our clients to do business with InterSources Inc. Our teams also drive growth by refining technology-driven client experiences that put the users first, providing an unparalleled experience. This results in strengthening the core technologies of clients, enabling them to scale with flexibility, create seamless digital experiences and build lifelong relationships.