Application Architect

Role Description

The Application Architect is responsible for translating business requirements into technical design specifications for applications. They work directly with development teams to implement those designs and deliver the solutions into production. They are responsible for communicating department standards and best-practices and ensuring they are reflected in the applications. This role is 100% remote and requires working Eastern Time hours. The salary range for this role is $160k - $170k. This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

• The Application Architect is an experienced IBM Mainframe developer that designs, documents, programs, and supports Agency Compensation applications that process commission calculations and payments for financial product sales.
• The Agency Compensation applications interface with Web Applications.
• The Application Architect designs, modifies, and develops systems using advanced techniques.
• Evaluates technical feasibility of proposed system solutions, prepares project proposals, and develops/modifies systems to meet business needs.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead or direct the work of other developers/projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years programming and analysis or IT experience.
• Participation in major system projects with proficiency in at least one development discipline/platform.
• Experience in project life cycle phases including analysis, design, programming, and implementation.

Requirements

• Highly proficient in COBOL, DB2, CICS, and JCL in a z/OS environment.
• Proficient in establishing CICS table entries for new programs, transactions, and files.
• Experience in Assembler Language is preferred.
• Excellent organization, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.

Benefits

• Day one health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with competitive employer match.
• Vacation, sick, holiday, and volunteer time off.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account.
• Professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events.