Applications Architect

Vitekinc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitekinc is seeking an experienced Applications Architect to enhance our team in Atlanta, Georgia. This role involves designing enterprise-level applications and integrating solutions to support the business's long-term IT strategy. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge in programming languages and application methodologies, and have significant experience that empowers them to address complex technical challenges.

The position expects applicants to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, along with a proven track record of architecture and design in IT.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in multiple IT areas.
• 2-3 years of relevant architecture experience.
• Advanced to expert level knowledge of architecture and systems design.

Responsibilities

• Provides design recommendations based on IT organization strategy.
• Develops enterprise-level application and custom integration solutions.
• Acts as an internal consultant and mentor across disciplines.

Skills

Design recommendations

Enterprise-level application development

Custom integration solutions

Programming languages expertise

Object-oriented approaches

Application development methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science

Equivalent work experience

Job description

General Description

We are seeking a Applications Architect to join our growing team. Provides design recommendations based on long‑term IT organization strategy. Develops enterprise‑level application and custom integration solutions including major enhancements and interfaces, functions and features. Uses a variety of platforms to provide automated systems applications to customers. Provides expertise regarding the integration of applications across the business. Determines specifications, then plans, designs, and develops the most complex and business‑critical software solutions, utilizing appropriate software engineering processes—either individually or in concert with project team. Will assist in the most difficult support problems. Develops programming and development standards and procedures as well as programming architectures for code reuse. Has in‑depth knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art programming languages and object‑oriented approaches in designing, coding, testing and debugging programs. Understands and consistently applies the attributes and processes of current application development methodologies. Researches and maintains knowledge in emerging technologies and possible application to the business. Viewed both internally and externally as a technical expert and critical technical resource across multiple disciplines. Acts as an internal consultant, advocate, mentor and change agent.

Required Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.

Required Experience

A minimum of 7 years of experience in multiple IT areas and 2–3 years of relevant architecture experience. Requires advanced to expert level knowledge and understanding of architecture, applications systems design and integration.