Ascensus

Application Architect

Ascensus$140K — $170K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of Software Engineering experience including 2+ years in a lead role
  • Proficient in one of the following platforms: Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, or CXone InContact
  • Strong troubleshooting skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Deep knowledge of development technologies and tools

Responsibilities

  • Set technical direction and oversee scrum teams for secure and efficient solutions
  • Mentor and coach technical staff to enhance their skills
  • Establish standards and templates for high-quality software production
  • Engage in project discussions to resolve technical impediments
  • Actively contribute to design and development tasks in projects
  • Collaborate with peers on optimal architectural solutions
  • Take ownership of application architecture and lead technical resolution for production issues

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off policy
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

The Application Architect role is positioned between the Program Architect and the Software Development Lead and is responsible for providing technical direction and oversight across scrum teams within a program. Works closely with the Program Architect to understand business needs and identifies technical solutions. Collaborates with other Program Architects and Application architects to promote innovation, reusability, stability, scalability, and consistency across programs. Provides technical direction for scrum teams for specific initiatives and assists with initial proof of concepts and template builds. Provides ongoing technical oversight and mentoring across scrum teams to ensure they are progressing in accordance with established architecture direction. Participates as an individual contributor on scrum teams, especially for more complex design and development tasks. Researches new technologies and tools to remain abreast of current and emerging technologies, and to introduce new opportunities for innovation. Passionate about quality and continuous delivery.

  • Experience with one of the three Platforms is required
    • Salesforce
    • Microsoft Dynamics
    • CXone InContact
    • Strong trouble shooting skills


Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Relies on extensive experience and sound judgment to prioritize personal workload and engagement with teams
  • Sets technical direction and provides ongoing, regular oversight to scrum teams to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, efficient, and stable
  • Coach and mentors technical staff
  • Establishes standards, proofs of concept, and templates to enable teams to rapidly produce high quality software
  • Participates in project discussions to remove technical impediments, and assists in establishing estimates
  • Performs design and development tasks as an active contributor to the project pipeline
  • Collaborates with other Application Architects and Program Architects to identify, socialize, and confirm the best possible solutions
  • Holds a high degree of responsibility for application architecture and technical execution within a program
  • Takes ownership and provides technical leadership when production issues arise requiring software engineering expertise
  • Responsible for protecting, securing, and proper handling of all confidential data held by Ascensus to ensure against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and/or unapproved disclosure of information that could result in harm to Ascensus or our clients.
  • Our I-Client service philosophy and our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Always® should be visible in your actions on a day to day basis showing your support of our organizational culture.
  • Assist with other tasks and projects as assigned


Supervision

  • While this position is not responsible for direct reports, there will be Leadership, mentoring, and coaching opportunities.


Section 3: Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years of Software Engineering experience with a minimum of 2 years in a lead role
  • Experience with one of the three Platforms
    • Salesforce
    • Microsoft Dynamics
    • CXone InContact
    • Strong trouble shooting skills


  • Passion for leadership, mentoring, and coaching to help others succeed
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills with ability to explain and influence architectural direction
  • Excellent technical skills with deep knowledge of development technologies and tools
  • Excels in a results focused organization
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, and related tools
  • Expertise with server configuration, pipeline automation, and software engineering practices
  • Possesses an innovative and change-oriented personality that balances well with practical need and delivery
  • Experience with multiple database platforms: MS SQL Server, Sybase, Oracle, and others
  • Expert in .Net framework

Nice to Have Skills

  • Experience with Container technology
  • Experience with networking, load balancing, clustering
  • Experience with cloud development


The national average salary range for this role is $140-170k in base pay, exclusive of any bonuses and benefits.This base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salary offered will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, performance, and internal pay alignment. We do not anticipate that candidates hired will begin at the top of the range however, from time to time, it may occur on a case-by-case basis. Other rewards and benefits may include: 401(k) match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid-Time-Off, etc. For more information, please visit careers.ascensus.com/#Benefits.

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For all virtual remote positions, in order to ensure associates can effectively perform their job duties with no distractions, we require an uninterrupted virtual work space and there is also an expectation of family care being in place during business hours. Additionally, there is an internet work speed requirement of 25 MBps or better for individual use. If more than one person is utilizing the same internet connection in the same household or building, then a stronger connection is required. If you are unsure of your internet speed, please check with your service provider. Note: For call center roles specifically, it is a requirement to either hardwire your equipment directly to the internet router or ensure your workstation is in close proximity to the router. Please ensure that you are able to meet these expectations before applying.

About Ascensus

Ascensus is a financial services company that provides retirement, health, and education savings plans to individuals and businesses. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Dresher, Pennsylvania. Ascensus has over 4,000 employees and serves more than 12 million customers nationwide. The company offers a wide range of retirement plan solutions, including 401(k), 403(b), and IRA plans. Ascensus is committed to helping its customers save for retirement and achieve their financial goals. The company has received several awards for its excellent customer service and innovative products.
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1980

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