Solutions Architect

Information Technology Solutions Architect IIThe Information Technology (IT) Solutions Architect II at the City of Tucson's Information Technology Department is responsible for leading enterprise architecture initiatives and establishing IT standards. This role ensures that technology solutions align with business objectives while minimizing technical debt and operational risk. The position translates complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions by developing roadmaps, principles, and standards that support the City's current and future technology vision. The IT Solutions Architect II may lead large-scale architecture efforts, mentor other IT architects, and provide strategic guidance to stakeholders in making informed technology decisions.Work is performed under the supervision of the IT Administrator. This position does not supervise.Duties and ResponsibilitiesShapes and steers Information Technology (IT) architecture direction by aligning enterprise architecture priorities to business strategy, value and measurable outcomes, ensuring scalability, security, and efficiency.Converts stakeholder needs and strategic objectives into actionable architecture and technology guidance, evaluates trade-offs, conflicts, and risks, and advises leadership on how proposed solutions support the desired future operating model.Evaluates initiative investments to identify overlapping, conflicting, or redundant efforts and opportunities for technology consolidation.Delivers clear, confident communication of complex architectural concepts, analysis, and design decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders.Ensures that solutions comply with industry standards, regulations, and security best practices. Enforces and manages standards and governance for IT solutions in the City's technical environment.Leads architecture design and solution delivery for large-scale or enterprise-wide initiatives. Mentors and provides technical guidance to other IT architects and may lead or direct work for junior IT architects.Performs other duties as assigned. Stays current on emerging trends and technologies within the architecture domain.Working ConditionsMostly office environment.All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.Minimum QualificationsEducationBachelor's degreeExperienceSeven (7) years of relevant experienceEquivalencyAny combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.License/CertificationsPreferred QualificationsValid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver's License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle DivisionBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Business, Engineering, Operations, or relevant applied analytical / sciences field. Five (5) years of relevant experience in Information Technology Architecture and two (2) additional years working in IT.Position DetailsJob ProfileJ0682 - Information Technology Architect IIView full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands at GradeG113Hourly Range$47.08 - 70.61 USDThe City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)ExemptPosition TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeDepartmentInformation TechnologyBackground CheckThis position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.About UsBenefitsThe City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.The City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability EmployerThe city does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. 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