Application Architect IV

Application Architect IV

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Application Architect IV for an opportunity in Richmond, VA!

Position Title: Application Architect IV

Location: Richmond, VA

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months.

Job Type: CONTRACT, ON-SITE

Pay Range: $70/hr.

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Requirements:

Data Modeling, Enterprise Data Architecture experience, data analysis (and one for good measure - strong communication skills

Position Summary:

Participates in defining an architectural vision and solution architecture which aligns with the enterprise architecture strategy, technology, and platform choices. Describes the solution intent and the associated operating environment, determines the primary systems/subsystems and their interfaces, defining non-functional requirements and architectural runway to support new epics/features. Ensures the solution is fit for purpose and use by working with stakeholders, vendors/service providers, and evaluating the impact of strategic design decisions. Works across business and technology to create the solution intent and architectural vision and evolves it to an emerging backlog. Consults the business to clearly understand the business problems and technology to understand the technology challenges of the solution and finds creative solutions through practical experiments and POCs. Leads rapid shaping of a high-level architecture with details filled in with emerging business requirements; ensures architecture is flexible and modular and designed to adapt easily. Utilizes the defined best practices, templates, and documentation to create architectural designs; suggests improvements to best practices and templates through practical knowledge. Works with Product Manager/Owner to plan and prioritize technology focused backlog items for the architecture runway to enable business epics/features. Clarifies the architecture for the development teams to support implementation and provides solution options to resolve any architectural impediments. Performs design and code reviews to ensure all non-functional requirements for a solution are sufficiently met (e.g., security, performance, maintainability, scalability, usability, and reliability). Educates team members on the technology practices, standardization strategies and best practices to create innovative solutions.

• 5+ years of data modeling experience in Erwin (preferred) or PowerDesigner
• Experience developing and enhancing conceptual, logical and physical data models
• Experience working with big data and eco system (e.g. Hadoop, Hive, pySpark, HBase, Sqoop, Impala, Kafka, Flume, Oozie, MapReduce, S3 etc.)
• Experience with high level programming languages (Perl, Python, Java, etc)
• Experience working with database systems (e.g. Exadata, NoSQL, Cassandra, Neo4j, etc.)
• Experience working as part of an Agile team and using Agile SDLC tools (Jira, etc.)
• Ability to partner with other functional areas to ensure execution of design, development, testing, debugging and documenting application
• Ability to develop awareness of business function for which application is being designed in order to drive out detailed requirements and form effective partnerships
• Strong analytical ability, independent problem solving, and good communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and deliver in a fast paced agile environment
• Expert knowledge and experience in software development methodologies and industry practices
• Expert understanding and experience with building and deploying enterprise applications
• Ability to work in a matrix environment with minimal supervision
• Excellent written, verbal and diagramming skills. Expertise in using PowerPoint and clearly articulating findings/presenting solutions

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 220640 when responding to this ad.

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