CBUS: Architect 1

AM: Stacy Walker

Architect with business analysis and project management skills to assess functionality of ~20 custom applications and research options for replacing each.

The City of Columbus Department of Technology is seeking a part-time experienced architect with project managment and business analysis skills to assess functionality of ~20 custom applications and research options for replacing each. Applications are primarily in C# with SQL backend. This role requires working directly with business users and subject matter experts and requires excellent verbal and written communications skills. The Architect will often meet with city employees in person and/or via video conferencing between the hours of 8:30am and 5pm. Otherwise, work may be done independently with flexible schedule. This role requires excellent workshop facilitation, communications and documentation skills. Also, this role will direct the work of a business analyst. Posting is for 2026 with possible extension through 2027.
Required/Desired Skills

SkillRequired /DesiredAmountof Experience4 year college degree or equivalent technical study Required0YearsAnalyze, determine, and document functional requirements. Required8YearsProvide definition on how the applications will support business requirements. Required8YearsProvide detailed definition on how the applications will support business requirements. Required8YearsCoordinate the design and development of work estimates and act as the primary point of contact. Assist in managing and directing application team proRequired8YearsOrganize and prepare work effectively to facilitate proactive resolution of problems. Required8YearsWork with client to identify direction of software. Required8YearsEnsure business requirements are supported by the software. Required8YearsUnderstand specific business needs and overall business strategy of the business customer. Required8YearsEnsure that overall application designs remain within project scope. Required8YearsProvide standard, well-structured work planning which defines scope, resources, commitments, quality, risk, tasks, and acceptance criteria. Required8YearsGuide processes for business analysts and direct work planning and design activities. Required8YearsWork with customer business units to understand their business processes. Required8YearsWork with customer business units and client to identify direction of software. Ensure business requirements are supported by the software. Required8YearsEnsure goals for Functional Architects are being met and manage team commitments. Required8YearsAnalyze, define, and document how the applications will support functional and business requirements. Coordinate these efforts with Functional ArchiteRequired8YearsResearch options to replace custom applications and propose solutions to leadership. Required8YearsDevelop business documentation and presentations. Present recommendations to leaders and executives Required8Years
Questions

No.QuestionQuestion1Do you understand, and will abide by, the provision in your subcontract with OST that it is PROHIBITED for government equipment to be taken or used outside of the United States by your contractors? The consequences of this occurring can and will result in repercussions to you, the prime vendor, regardless if the candidate works for a sub-vendor of yours. It will also result in immediate termination of the contractor, and make them ineligible for rehire in the program