Information Technology Architect 1 (Enterprise)

Description

Duties Description

The New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) provides operational support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year, supporting more than 4,900 applications for 53 New York State Agencies.

Under the direction of a higher-level Information Technology Architect (Enterprise), the Information Technology Architect 1 (Enterprise) will be responsible for providing senior technical leadership within the project lifecycle, making decisions regarding the selection and utilization of software tools and platforms. The position will develop and implement integration standards and strategies within the scope of software development.

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Evaluate, identify, and develop software solutions.
• Lead software development projects.
• Document and record every aspect of an application or software.
• Plan, track and schedule software deliverables.
• Locate and direct solutions for critical challenges involving software and hardware interfaces.
• Identify problems within software systems and resolve such issues.
• Develop good working relationships with other employees, such as Marketing Managers, Product Managers, Programmers and Engineers.
• Develop and implement system and data integration standards and strategies.
  
  

Employment

Minimum Qualifications

• Six (6) years of broad information technology (IT) experience, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of software coding and programming languages, and its application within large-scale organizations.
• Four (4) years of specialized experience in enterprise architecture, software development, or a related technical role.
  
  

Education/Experience Substitutions

Earned college degrees in computer science, software engineering, information technology or a related field of study may substitute for the specified years of broad IT experience as follows:

• Bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or related field substitutes for three (3) years of general information technology experience; any bachelor’s substitutes for two (2) years of general information technology experience.
• Associate degree with 15 semester credit hours in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of general information technology experience. Candidates in a bachelor’s degree program with at least 15 semester credit hours in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or related field may substitute such credits for one (1) year of general information technology experience.
• Master’s degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or related field substitutes for one (1) year of general information technology experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong technical background with expertise in multiple technology domains, such as cloud computing, microservices architecture, databases, and integration technologies.
• Broad understanding of coding and programming languages, including SQL, Python, Java, JavaScript, Scala, C/C , Ruby, Rust, Go, COBOL, etc.
• Experience with database design and data modeling, utilizing tools such as Unified Modeling Language (ULM).
• Extensive knowledge of the software development process and corresponding technologies, such as Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD.
• Excellent understanding of design patterns and architectural styles.
• Expertise with content management systems such as WordPress, Drupal, Squarespace, Joomla, Shopify, Adobe Experience Manager, etc.
• Good understanding of integration patterns and technologies, including but not limited to enterprise service bus (ESB) platforms and middleware solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly understand and address technical challenges.
• Knowledge of security, compliance, and regulatory requirements relevant to technical solution design.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and leading technical discussions and decision-making processes.
  
  

Please Note

• Appointment to this position and continued employment with the agency is contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining New York State residency within six months of hiring.
• Appointment to this position is not final until all agency approvals have been granted.
  
  

Additional Comments

Fingerprinting and background check are required for employment with ITS.

Details of the position will be described further if you are selected for an interview.

Salary Commensurate with experience

Benefits of Working for NYS

Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
  
  

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
  
  

Additional Benefits

• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more
  
  

The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.

This position may require critical services to be performed outside of normal work schedule.