Application Architect - Application Modernization

Computer Task Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CTG is seeking an Application Architect focused on modernization to lead cross-provider cloud initiatives and design scalable, secure architectures. The role covers microservices, serverless computing, and API development across AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud, and Google Cloud.

You will collaborate with DevOps and security teams to drive CI/CD, data migrations, and governance while guiding adoption of AI tools such as Watson and cloud AI offerings.

Qualifications

• Experience leading application modernization and architecture initiatives.
• Experience with legacy system integration and data migration.
• Ability to design scalable cloud-native architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end architecture for modernization across AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud, and Google Cloud.
• Design scalable, modular architectures using microservices and serverless patterns.
• Develop REST, GraphQL, and gRPC APIs and data models for modern apps.
• Guide adoption of generative AI and cloud-native implementations.
• Collaborate with DevOps and security teams on CI/CD and governance.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Microservices

Serverless

REST APIs

Security & compliance

DevOps collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

IBM Cloud Automation

Watson AI

Azure OpenAI

Vertex AI

Job description

CTG is seeking to fill an Application Architect - Application Modernization position for our client.

Location:

Dallas, TX

Duration:

12 months

Duties:

• Lead end-to-end architecture for application modernization initiatives across AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud, and Google Cloud.
• Design scalable, modular, and maintainable architectures using microservices, event-driven patterns, and serverless computing.
• Develop REST, GraphQL, and gRPC APIs and define integration patterns for modern applications.
• Design data models and architectures incorporating relational and NoSQL databases, caching, and data migration strategies.
• Define containerization and orchestration strategies using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Architect secure, resilient, and compliant solutions incorporating authentication, authorization, encryption, and secure coding practices.
• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams on CI/CD pipelines, automation, and cloud-native implementations.
• Guide the adoption of generative AI technologies, including Watson, Azure OpenAI, Amazon Bedrock, and Vertex AI.
• Develop modernization roadmaps using methodologies such as Application Modernization Method (AMM) and tools such as IBM Cloud Automation (ICA).
• Provide architectural oversight for testing governance, performance optimization, data migration, legacy system integration, and hybrid cloud deployments.
• Support modernization of legacy technologies and platforms, including RPG, AIX, and Mainframe Z.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of application architecture and modernization patterns.
• Expertise in microservices, event-driven architecture, serverless computing, and cloud-native design.
• Experience designing scalable APIs using REST, GraphQL, and/or gRPC.
• Strong understanding of relational and NoSQL databases, data modeling, and caching.
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and cloud automation.
• Strong understanding of application security, authentication, authorization, encryption, and secure coding practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud, and Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with generative AI platforms and technologies.

Experience:

• Proven experience leading application modernization and architecture initiatives.
• Experience transforming, replatforming, refactoring, or restructuring legacy applications into modern cloud-native architectures.
• Experience with legacy system integration, data migration, hybrid cloud environments, and enterprise integration patterns.
• Experience collaborating across application development, DevOps, infrastructure, security, and data teams.
• Experience developing modernization roadmaps and providing architectural governance throughout the application lifecycle.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients' digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years' experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.

Together, we shape what's next-working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you'll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com .

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.