Principal Application Architect - IHM
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Job Description
TITLE: Principal Application Architect
DUTIES: DFS Corporate Services LLC seeks Principal Application Architect in Riverwoods, IL to be responsible for developing, creating, modifying, and integrating computer applications software. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. Responsible for the overall architecture and system design and ensure that teams follow best practices. Provide guidance to the teams and perform Proofs of Concept for the new software and tools. Communicate with staff and clients to understand specific system requirements. Provide advice on project costs, designs, concepts, and changes. Document design specifications, installation instructions, and other system information. Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, and scalability of system architecture. Collaborate with technology teams to select appropriate design solutions and ensure the compatibility of system components. Promote a risk-aware culture to ensure efficient and effective risk and compliance management practices by adhering to required standards and processes.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field and eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the job offered or related position: utilizing coding tools, including Python and Java; utilizing Amazon Web Services (AWS), including EC2, S3, Cloudwatch, Networking Stack, and Lambda; developing applications running on Openshift container platforms; and utilizing development technologies, including Chef and Ansible.
QUALIFIED APPLICANTS: Please apply directly through our website by clicking on “Apply Now.” No calls. Equal Opportunity Employer/disability/vet.
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