.Net Architect

Twenty First Systems Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapient seeks a senior MS .NET project/solutions architect to own the architecture for a major website and CMS program. You will oversee architecture, design, and delivery, and lead technology teams from definition through implementation while aligning efforts with business goals.

The role requires deep expertise in C#, .NET, ASP.NET, SQL Server, SharePoint, and related Microsoft technologies, with strong communication and leadership skills. Government-sector consulting background is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required from college or University.
• Minimum 10 years in systems integration and development, package implementation, and/or interactive design.
• Minimum 10 years in .NET development.
• Knowledge and Experience in C#, .Net, ASP .NET, and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience with agile or iterative SDLCs.

Responsibilities

• Define the architecture and lead a multi-disciplinary team up to 20 people.
• Translate business requirements into systems design and architecture.
• Manage architecture reviews, design reviews, and project estimation.
• Oversee development, testing, and integration of major website and CMS initiatives.
• Support sales cycle and ensure alignment of initiatives into a single architecture.

Skills

MS .NET

C#

ASP .NET

Microsoft SQL Server

WPF

WCF

WF

SharePoint

Architecture

Team leadership

SDLC

Agile

Estimation & risk

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Windows environment

Content management

Job description

Work Visa Status:- Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Legal Permanent Resident(GC)

Job Summary:

This is a senior level MS .NET position. Work involves the maintenance of existing Microsoft .NET applicationsand design, development, and testing of new applications. This individual will oversee the development,design, user interface, technology integration, and solution architecture management. Additionally, this role will be responsible for managing technology teams from definition phase through implementation, as well as contribute to the sales cycle.The role is for a project architect, requiring the successful candidate to own the solution architecture for a major website and content management program. This person will need to be conversant in content management solutions, physical infrastructure and security, creative design and Web 2.0 technologies, and be able to align all of the initiatives in support of this program so that they work together as a single, consistent architecture.The project architect will be responsible for defining the architecture, managing project teams, validating project designs, supporting estimations, adhering to project development processes and best practices around agile project management and delivery, implementing parts of the system architecture using best practices,and managing team members. This will include project management, architectural reviews, code reviews,design reviews, coding, unit testing, using design patterns, learning new technologies, and becoming an expert in one part of the system.

Responsibilities:

• Use deep understanding of OO design principles to create custom software solutions or modify

package solutions

• Responsible for defining, maintaining, and supporting an enterprise architecture approach
• Responsible for design, development, and team leadership over a major website management and
• Responsible for design, development, and team leadership over a major integration and content management initiative

• Translate the client’s business requirements into systems design
• Work with the client's IT organization to establish technology strategy at an application level
• Establish high, mid and micro level plans and set technical direction for a team of up to 20 people
• Lead the estimation effort for projects and work to identify and manage risk
• Demonstrates ability to work with system owners, business owners, technical teams, and functional teams to deliver software solutions.

Mentor team members

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Legal Permanent Resident
• Eligible for U.S. Government Clearance.

Experience Guidelines:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in solution design, systems integration, package implementation,

and/or interactive design, and Architecture experience

• Minimum 4 years of experience in architecting Microsoft technology solutions (e.g., C#, .Net, ASP .Net,

and Microsoft SQL Server)

• Experience with data migration solutions
• Experience reviewing existing systems and understanding their architecture and functions
• Some experience with Java and Java-based technologies preferred
• Great verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work with key business owners and stakeholders
• Ability to effectively lead a multi-disciplinary team to deliver software systems
• Solid understanding of all parts of Software Engineering (e.g. Requirements, Design, Implementation,

Testing) and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

• Experience managing iterative or agile software lifecycles on technology projects
• Prior experience in a consulting firm preferred

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree required from college or University

Experience Guidelines:

Minimum 10 years in systems integration and development, package implementation, and/or interactive design

Minimum 10 years in .NET development

Knowledge and Experience in C#, .Net, ASP .NET, and Microsoft SQL Server

Solid understanding of all parts of Software Engineering (e.g. Requirements, Design, Implementation, Testing) and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Experience working in agile or iterative SDLCs

Experience with Object Oriented Technologies

Ability to work with key owners and stakeholders to document requirements

Experience with .NET-specific technologies such as Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) or Workflow Foundation (WF) is desirable

Experience with SharePoint is highly desirable

Experience integrating, modifying, and configuring Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) products

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree required from college or University

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of consult¬ing, technology, and marketing services to a wide array of U.S. governmental agencies. Focused on driving long-term change and transforming the citizen experience, we use technology to help agencies become more accessible and transparent. With a track record of delivering mission-critical solutions and the ability to leverage commercial best practices, they serve as trusted advisers to government agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Library of Congress, National Institutes of Health, United States Department of Health and Human Services, and United States Department of Homeland Security.

Sapient is a registered service mark of Sapient Corporation.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity /affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.