Enterprise Architect with Application development and modernization exp

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Software People, Inc., is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Must report on-site at least first/last days of engagement to inventory equipment. Phone/Skype Hire. REMOTE Location: REMOTE Duration: 12+ months Responsibilities Develop, publish, and maintain enterprise reference architectures and standards. Lead modernization planning for transitioning legacy systems to cloud-native or hybrid architectures. Architect and oversee integrations with enterprise platforms such as Salesforce, Appian, and Azure. Design secure, scalable cloud solutions aligned with Commonwealth security frameworks, federal regulations, and industry best practices. Collaborate with agency stakeholders to ensure architecture aligns with business goals and citizen engagement needs. Provide technical guidance and solution oversight to development teams and project managers. Define and promote data interoperability strategies across multiple systems while ensuring compliance with record retention and protection policies. Research and recommend emerging technologies to improve service delivery, reporting, and efficiency. Maintain comprehensive documentation, roadmaps, and architectural standards. Bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders by communicating complex technical strategies in a comprehensible manner. Support architecture governance by reviewing and validating solution architectures, ensuring compliance with enterprise policies and guiding technology decision-making. Develop business capability models and ensure roadmaps align with strategic goals, regulatory mandates, and citizen service objectives. Collaborate across business, data, application, and technical domains to deliver holistic solutions that integrate seamlessly across the enterprise. Influence without direct authority, serving as a trusted advisor to IT leadership, business partners, and project teams. Skills Needed Bachelors in IT w/ 6+ years' experience OR 10+ years' experience Required EXP w/ application development and modernization. Required EXP w/ enterprise reference architectures and technology standards. Required EXP w/ API design and secure system integrations. Required EXP w/ cloud solution architecture (preferably Azure). Required Developing and executing technology roadmaps that align technical domains with business objectives. Required Translating complex technical concepts into actionable guidance for diverse stakeholders. Required Relevant Certification - TOGAF 9.x or Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Salesforce Certified Application Architect Highly desired Familiarity with low-code platforms, especially Appian (case management, workflows and regulatory systems) Highly desired Familiarity with Salesforce, geospatial systems, or regulatory data standards Highly desired Question 1 Candidate is required to report onsite at the start and the end of the contract to inventory and confirm the condition of issued equipment. The client will not send or accept equipment through the mail, do you accept? Apply tot his job Apply To this Job