Software Architect

Vista Applied Solutions Group Inc; Charleston (SC); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a Software Architect – Consultant to assist in modernizing their proprietary Cadet Accountability System. This role is fully remote and requires over 3 years of experience with C# and Microsoft SQL. The ideal candidate will assess the system's architecture, scalability, and security, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver effective modernization strategies. Strong analytical skills and experience with documentation are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience with C#.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with Microsoft SQL.
• Experience in gathering and documenting project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess technical feasibility of the CAD system.
• Examine support for cadet workflows.
• Review system integration with existing platforms.
• Analyze user experience and training needs.
• Evaluate total cost of ownership and ROI.
• Provide recommendations for modernization.
• Work collaboratively with teams on projects.
• Prepare and present reports on findings.
• Assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on goals.
• Effectively plan and communicate work activities and deadlines.

Skills

C#

Microsoft SQL

Project requirements documentation

Code analysis

REST API integration

Job description

Client is looking for a Software Architect - Consultant

Why is this position open: The Citadel is hiring a Software Architect – Consultant to assist in a project upgrading a proprietary software, the Cadet Accountability System.

Work Location: Role is 100% remote

Required Skills

• 3+ years of experience with C#
• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft SQL
• 3+ years of experience gathering and documenting project requirements

Preferred Skills

• Experience analyzing existing code and creating modernization plans
• Familiarity with 3rd party data integrations using REST API’s and SQL extracts

Daily Responsibilities:

• Assess technical feasibility: architecture, scalability, and security of the current CAS system.
• Examine operational alignment: support for cadet workflows and Commandant, Academic, and Athletic departments.
• Review interoperability: integration with Banner, Canvas, My Citadel Portal, and health systems.
• Analyze user experience, adoption, and training needs.
• Evaluate economic feasibility: total cost of ownership (TCO) and ROI compared with alternative systems.
• Analyze exiting codebase and provide recommendations, timeline, and roadmap for modernization or replacement.
• Work with cross-functional teams on complex projects
• Present and prepare reports
• Assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and situational pressures
• Effectively plan and communicate work activities and deadlines