Applications Architect

Company: Kissimmee Utility Authority
Location: Kissimmee
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK : Performs architectural system design and development of technical solutions for both new and existing applications including vendor system integrations and e-commerce systems. Documents application, database, and operation system infrastructures. Performs all duties involved with the application development life cycle. Instills discipline and methodology of high quality software development within the team. - A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. - Work is performed under general supervision of the Application Development Manager. - TYPICAL TASKS : Uses software architecture principles to design and construct complex data systems, applications and web services to fulfill business requirements and comply with industry standards. -Performs all duties of the application development life cycle while setting guidelines and standards for software solutions including the ideas of reuse and patterns that lead to consistent methodologies. Oversees design, structure and implementation of SQL databases, stored procedures, data storage and backup requirements. Works to ensure the security of corporate data and intellectual property. Researches and leverages applicable technology trends to continually improve KUA software solutions. Serves as expert and mentor in all aspects of application design and development. Occasionally coordinates the work of programming staff. May provide consultation on complex projects and is considered to be the top-level contributor/specialist. - - - Responsible for e-Commerce transactions and sites, including real-time and static data exchange with customers, vendors, and financial entities. Consults with internal and external customers to refine application needs and furnishes support as required for the Information Technology Department. - Works with software vendors to resolve problems and participates in vendor product implementations including upgrades, patching and testing. - - Performs other related tasks as assigned. - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Knowledge of software architecture design principles, a variety of its field concepts, practices, and procedures. - Demonstrated ability to translate business problems into technology solutions that consider security, performance, usability, quality, cross-system interdependencies, scalability and total cost of ownership. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. - Must be experienced with diverse industry web services standards (REST and SOAP). - Must have specific knowledge of SQL and stored procedures on a MS SQL Server as well as Microsoft programming languages including but not limited to ASP.Net, ASP.Net MVC, C#, JavaScript, XML, and CSS. - Advanced knowledge of browser based application development is required. Must possess in-depth knowledge of advanced relational database concepts and have a thorough knowledge of data modeling. Ability to design and prepare technical reports is required. - Ability to explain concepts and workflow between work centers and individuals is a must. - Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, superiors, and other departments. -Must be able to coordinate and understand the work of others and possess effective oral and written communication skills. Must be able to lift or displace up to 50 pounds. - EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : A bachelor's degree in a Computer Science or Computer Engineering is required. - A solid background in software architecture design principles is required. - Programming experience should include, but not be limited to 5+ years with .Net Framework 4.5 and above, ASP.Net, ASP.Net MVC, C#, Web Services (REST and SOAP), SQL, JavaScript, HTML5, XML, JSON, CSS and SQL Report Server. The ability to work as a lead in either a one on one or group setting for the purposes of analysis, training, implementation or design must be demonstrated. Experience with agile methodologies and/or data analytics is preferred.

Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) is a municipal electric utility. Excellent benefits. To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kua EOE.

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