Application Architect I

csiweb; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer Services, Inc. (CSI) is seeking an experienced architect to design software architectures for enterprise applications, ensuring alignment with functional and non-functional requirements. You will develop specifications and models, guiding development teams through the lifecycle.

You will collaborate with solution and enterprise architects to ensure proper integration with systems and data sources. The role requires strong leadership, architecture discipline, and a focus on performance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 7-10 years of software development experience.
• Strong understanding of application design patterns, architectural best practices, and integration approaches.
• Proficiency in major programming languages, development frameworks, and modern application stacks.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL database design, performance tuning, and data modeling.
• Familiarity with UX considerations and how they influence application design.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design architecture for individual applications or application suites, ensuring alignment with functional and non-functional requirements.
• Develop technical specifications, design documents, and application models.
• Ensure application architectures adhere to enterprise architecture principles, technology standards, and security guidelines.
• Provide technical guidance to development teams throughout the application lifecycle.
• Collaborate with solution and enterprise architects to ensure appropriate integration with other systems, services, and data sources.
• Conduct performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability reviews for assigned applications.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend technologies, frameworks, and tools relevant to application development.
• Mentor developers on design principles, coding best practices, and architectural patterns.

Skills

Software architecture

Design patterns

System integration

Programming languages

Data modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Systems

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Java

SQL/NoSQL

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design architecture for individual applications or application suites, ensuring alignment with functional and non-functional requirements.
• Develop technical specifications, design documents, and application models.
• Ensure application architectures adhere to enterprise architecture principles, technology standards, and security guidelines.
• Provide technical guidance to development teams throughout the application lifecycle.
• Collaborate with solution and enterprise architects to ensure appropriate integration with other systems, services, and data sources.
• Conduct performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability reviews for assigned applications.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend technologies, frameworks, and tools relevant to application development.
• Mentor developers on design principles, coding best practices, and architectural patterns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 7-10 years of software development experience.
• Strong understanding of application design patterns, architectural best practices, and integration approaches.
• Proficiency in major programming languages, development frameworks, and modern application stacks.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL database design, performance tuning, and data modeling.
• Familiarity with user experience (UX) considerations and how they influence application design.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to balance technical constraints with business requirements and user needs.

As a forward-thinking software provider, Computer Services, Inc. (CSI) helps community and regional financial institutions solve their customers' needs through open and flexible technologies. In addition to its award-winning core banking platform, these include the latest in lending, digital banking, payments, financial crime prevention and cybersecurity. Building on its 60-year track record of personalized service, CSI is shaping the future of banking and empowering its customers to rival their competition. For more information about CSI, visit www.csiweb.com

CSI provides rewarding and challenging career opportunities for our employees. When determining your pay, we consider various factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience and location. Along with a competitive salary, this position includes eligibility for incentive awards based on both individual and business performance. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits. To learn more about our benefits, visit: Benefits Summary

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email us at [e-mail] and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

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Visa Sponsorship: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.