Technical Architect 3

Technical Architect 3 – Downtown Columbus, Ohio (hybrid) The Ohio Public Employees Retirement System is one of the top pension systems in the United States. We are passionate about creating technical solutions that solve complex problems and drive real-world impact. As a Technical Architect 3 at OPERS, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant contribution to our success. What you’ll do: This role is responsible for defining the principles that guide technical architecture for OPERS IT systems and overseeing programs to ensure the proper architecture is implemented. The Technical Architect 3 position is responsible for translating complex products and project requirements into innovative technical solutions that can be implemented by the organization. If you are highly skilled, motivated and want a career where what you do every single day matters, apply today! A passion for delivering high quality work A strong understanding of Automated Unit Testing, modern secured system s development and deployment architecture , REST APT Design & Development, and Relational databases At least 8 years of overall IT experience At least 6 years of experience in product architecture, object oriented, functional and reactive design or development. Ability to conduct proof of concepts and provide thought leadership for new technology adoption . Experience with Microsoft AI ecosystem including Copilot Studio, GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Foundry preferred Experience with Kong API Gateway, Developer Portal and Insomnia for API design preferred Experience with modern IAM solutions like Okta and Entra preferred What we offer: A rewarding career with a stable organization A comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary range of $ 125,236.80 - $1 56 ,520.00 , with room to grow! Professional growth through development opportunities and continuing education Pension plan plus 457(b) retirement account with company match opportunity Onsite fitness center, cafeteria, and free onsite, covered parking garage Generous time off and sick leave policy as well as 12 paid holidays each year OPERS provides a hybrid work environment that includes the ability to work remotely up to 3 days per week Must be able to live within commuting distance of Columbus, OH Who we are Since 1935, the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) has meant security and peace of mind to millions of Ohio’s retired public workers and their families. OPERS provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefit programs for public employees throughout the state who are not covered by another state or local retirement system. Our office is located in downtown Columbus, minutes from the historic German Village neighborhood and the bustling Short North District. Columbus is a city that never stops innovating, thriving, or shaping tomorrow and those attributes align perfectly with our core values. At OPERS, we never stop working for our members and investing in their futures. As OPERS associates, we make a difference in our members' lives from the moment they join the Plan, throughout their careers and well into retirement. When you join the OPERS family, you become part of a dynamic, diverse community that shares a passion for serving others. And you'll become a member too - the work we do as OPERS associates directly impacts our own futures. Build your career by joining the largest state pension fund in Ohio. Benefit from a competitive Total Rewards Package that includes access to financial and personal wellness tools and resources. Apply today to join our team! #J-18808-Ljbffr OPERS