INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ARCHITECT (CLOUD ARCHITECT)

Salary: $127,046.40 - $190,528.00 Annually
Location : Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Regular Employee
Job Number: 2401116-1
Cabinet: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND SERVICES
Cost Center: 9250 - DIGITAL STRATEGY AND INNOVATION GROUP
Opening Date: 03/06/2026
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Non-Contract


Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Description
Performs as a technical leader of application system development, network infrastructure or enhancement projects and/or multiple application support teams, which may include various Metro Information Technology personnel, technical contractors, consultants or other internal or external entities.

This position will design and oversee scalable, secure cloud architectures while leading engineering teams in building, deploying, and optimizing cloud-based solutions that align with business and technology strategies.
Recruitment Timelines : Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the month of MayThe dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

Examples of Duties

• Leads system development life cycle or network infrastructure life cycle
• Defines, implements, documents and performs tests on security controls in complex applications and infrastructure environments
• Maintains the sensitivity and confidentiality of data and systems architecture environment
• Implements innovative solutions utilizing emerging technologies
• Translates business needs into technical solutions that will improve service quality and efficiency while meeting business objectives
• Creates technical designs based on functional specifications
• Provides technical assistance and performs end user troubleshooting for bug fixes and technological enhancements
• Supports integrations between various IT platforms and enterprise architecture
• Leads technical personnel and ensures that required reports and documents produced are accurate and reliable
• Oversees software development and enhancement, and provides production support for business application systems on behalf of client departments
• Maintains responsibility for analysis, design and implementation of projects as assigned, including complex and highly specialized applications
• Conducts the most complex programming, system analysis, and design of highly-complex systems using information system development methodology in a multi-platform infrastructure and environment
• Recommends approval of system designs and interacts with user managers and department users; diagnoses and resolves system problems involving programming logic, interoperability between several technical components, and client interface
• Researches, identifies, and refers complex technical problems related to platform management, database administration, network connectivity and desktop support to the appropriate ITS operating unit for resolution
• Leads the preparation of project reports such as technical overviews, client recommendations, alternatives to business requirements, feasibility studies, project proposals, and requests for proposals for the purchase of new software and hardware
• Participates in the evaluation, configuration, implementation, and integration of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software
• Develops software and hardware specifications and standards
• Leads the department's information security, disaster recovery, and safety programs

May be required to perform other related job duties

*This classification is At-Will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Hiring Authority.*
Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Information System Technology, Computer Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred

Experience

• Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience in designing, implementing and maintaining an enterprise-wide system

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

• Certification in Microsoft/Azure, Oracle, Amazon AWS and SalesForce preferred

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.

• Experience designing and architecting complex applications to create scalable, resilient, and high-performance application ecosystems

• Experience designing and implementing cloud solutions (Preferably Azure)

• Experience working with storage and virtualization within cloud environments

• Experience managing and adhering to cloud security, compliance, and governance best practices

• Experience working with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines DevOps practices and automation frameworks

• Certifications in Cloud Solution are desirable (e.g., Amazon Web Services (AWS) Solutions Architect Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Google Professional Cloud Architect)

Essential Knowledge
Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)

• Full lifecycle implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning systems
• Complex business processes, as well as areas outside of immediate responsibility
• Theories, principles, and practices related to information systems and supported business areas
• Data communications involved in LANs, WANs, and gateways
• Mathematics used in complex business applications
• Business process and system process modeling and problem-solving techniques
• Principals of supervision
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing information systems for a public agency
• Change control systems and other Information Technology best practices
• Project management methodology and techniques

Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)

• Communicating effectively orally and in writing
• Troubleshooting and correcting operations problems
• Interacting professionally with internal and external representatives
• Clearly defining system integration and interface requirements
• Data analysis and data modeling
• Learning new technology and complex systems
• Operating a personal computer, computer terminal, and general office equipment

Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)

• Lead the development of enterprise application software systems
• Provide technical support and training
• Create technical documents
• Create custom solutions and offer viable solutions for various systems and architectures to different types of businesses
• Integrate applications with existing systems to eliminate potential problems and maintain data structure and integrity
• Lead the development and implementation of complex information systems using software engineering techniques
• Resolve highly difficult problems regarding highly complex programming and systems logic
• Perform highly-complex systems implementation and integration tasks
• Provide technical project management across multiple projects and concurrent tasks
• Identify and lead the implementation of new and creative solutions that are compatible with current and future technologies
• Analyze and evaluate system changes to determine feasibility
• Analyze situations, identify problems, and recommend and implement solutions in a cost-effective manner
• Clearly define system integration and interface requirements
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, business rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements to support business processes
• Exercise judgment and creativity in making decisions
• Interact professionally with various levels of employees and outside representatives
• Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Special Conditions

• This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out

Working Conditions

• Typical office situation
• Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen

Physical Effort Required

• Sitting at a desk or table
• Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
• Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
• Communicating through speech in the English language required

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Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with hiring practices.
Selection Procedure

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure

To apply, visit Metro's website at and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations:

METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Metro Talent Hub
8501 S. Evermont Place
Los Angeles, CA 90044
Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
East Los Angeles Customer Center
4501 B Whittier Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm
(Closed Sun & Mon)
Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center
3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Rosa Parks Customer Center
Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station
11720 Wilmington Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90059
Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.

All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.

*Open to the public and all Metro employees

This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
*Please refer to the applicable benefit type (Regular or Temporary)*

BENEFITS FOR REGULAR EMPLOYEES


Benefits cover probationary or regular full-time (working at least 40 hrs/week) employees of Metro.


We offer a range of high-quality medical, dental and vision plan options as well as health care spending accounts for you and your family. Metro will cover a significant portion of your health care premiums.

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan - Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan.

Group Life Insurance - PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates.

Long-Term Disability Insurance - 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available.

Holidays - 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth,Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

Time off with Pay (TOWP) - Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday.
Years of Service Annual Accrual
Hire date - 5 years 20 days
Beginning of 6th - 10th year 25 days
Beginning of 11th - 15th year 30 days
Beginning of 16th + years 35 days

Pension Plan - PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula.

Other Benefits : Transportation passes for employees and/or eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay.

BENEFITS FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES

Temporary (Contingent) employees are eligible for the following benefits only:

• Kaiser medical insurance
• Public Pension Plan
• 457/401K Plan
• Flex Spending
• Paid Sick Time
• Fare Media
• Rideshare Subsidies
• Metro One Fitness membership

For more information on the Benefits Enrollment for Contingent Employees, please visit LA Metro's Pension & Benefits website at
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Please acknowledge that the following responses will be used to supplement and expand on the Work Experience section of your application. It is important to provide detailed answers and do not refer to or rely on a resume or other documentation as we will not review resumes to determine qualifications. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as accurate as possible. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I agree and understand my resume will not be reviewed

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Are you a current Metro employee?

• Yes
• No

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If you indicated being a current Metro employee, please enter your employee badge number in the field below. If you selected "No" to the previous question, please enter "N/A."
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Please select the highest level of education you have completed.

• I do not have education equivalent to grade 12
• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD from an accredited college or university

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Please select the number of years of relevant experience in designing, implementing and maintaining an enterprise-wide system

• No experience
• Less than 6 years
• 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
• 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

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If you indicated having relevant experience in designing, implementing and maintaining an enterprise-wide system, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A.
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Please select the number of years of relevant supervisory-level experience you have in designing, implementing and maintaining an enterprise-wide system

• No supervisory-level experience
• less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more, but less than 7 years
• 7 years or more

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If you indicated having relevant supervisory-level experience in designing, implementing and maintaining an enterprise-wide system, please describe your relevant experience and list the position title(s) and dates of employment in which you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please list "N/A" in the field below.
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Describe your relevant experience designing and architecting complex applications to create scalable, resilient, and high-performance application ecosystems. Please list the position title(s) and dates of employment in which you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please list "N/A" in the field below.
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Describe your relevant experience designing and implementing cloud solutions (Preferably Azure). Please list the position title(s) and dates of employment in which you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please list "N/A" in the field below.
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Describe your relevant experience in working with storage, and virtualization within cloud environments. Please list the position title(s) and dates of employment in which you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please list "N/A" in the field below.
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Describe your relevant experience managing and adhering to cloud security, compliance, and governance best practices. Please list the position title(s) and dates of employment in which you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please list "N/A" in the field below.
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Describe your relevant experience working with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines DevOps practices and automation frameworks. Please list the position title(s) and dates of employment in which you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please list "N/A" in the field below.
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Do you poses any of the listed certificates and/or licenses?

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Amazon Web Services (AWS) Solutions Architect Professional
• Google Professional Cloud Architect
• I do not have any of the listed certifications and/or licenses

Required Question