Mobile Application Architect

DEW Softech Inc; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DEW Softech Inc is seeking a Mobile Application Architect based in Alexandria, VA. The role focuses on application integration and support for the SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0, along with ensuring compliance with enterprise architecture and IT strategy.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and over 5 years of experience in application architecture for web and mobile solutions. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in application architecture for web and mobile applications.
• Strong understanding of architecture from conception through deployment.
• Proven experience planning and deploying web application solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support application integration and ongoing support for SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0.
• Coordinate efforts to ensure alignment with architecture and governance.
• Prepare architecture artifacts including diagrams and documentation.

Skills

Application architecture

End-to-end architecture

Microsoft 365 tools

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Visio

Moqups

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Mobile Application Architect

Location: Alexandria, VA (On site)

Position Type: Contract

*app architect working on both web and mobile application. Generally prior transportation experience does well here. 5+ years experience, End-to-end architecture, O365*

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Application Architect to support the modernization of our clients websites. The architect will focus on application integration, configuration, testing, deployment, and ongoing support of SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0, while ensuring alignment with Enterprise Architecture framework, IT strategy, SDLC standards, and security requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Apply application architecture principles to support teams developing requirements across multiple functional areas
• Support the build, configuration, testing, and deployment of SmarTrip backend system components for SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0
• Coordinate work efforts to prevent overlap and ensure alignment with Enterprise Architecture, IT strategy, SDLC standards, and architectural governance
• Prepare as‑is and to‑be architecture artifacts, including system connectivity diagrams, application reference models, interface documentation, data dictionaries, and staging plans
• Collaborate closely with data architects, infrastructure engineers, and software program managers to ensure enterprise-wide architectural integrity
• Guide and support business analysts, test analysts, and documentation specialists
• Review system hardening activities and assist with vulnerability remediation efforts
• Complete mandatory annual security awareness training

What You’ll Need

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in application architecture for web and mobile applications
• Strong understanding of end‑to‑end application architecture, from conception through deployment
• Proven experience planning and deploying complex custom web application solutions and process improvements
• Experience coordinating software requirements and working directly with development teams
• Experience with administration and architecture of Business Process Management (BPM) solutions
• Proficiency using Microsoft 365 tools, including:
  • Visio and Moqups for documenting application architectures and system relationships
  • Excel for basic software requirements documentation
  • Word and PowerPoint for technical documentation and presentations
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills

Preferred

• Experience supporting third‑party mobile applications (iOS and Android) integrated with enterprise backend systems
• Prior experience working within large, regulated, or public‑sector enterprise environments

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time, with occasional movement around the office for meetings
• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor