Position Summary

As an Application Architect, you will be part of a dedicated team that plays a critical role in ETF's modernization efforts. You will serve as a technical decision maker, ensuring all applications are architected and developed according to ETF, security, and industry standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical expertise to our development team, other technical staff, business managers, and IT management. In addition, you will be involved with training and mentoring others in best practices for application architecture.

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Salary Information

This position is in classification IS Systems Development Services Consultant/Administrator (pay schedule/range 07-32), with an annual salary of $111,280.00 - $129,750.40, plus excellent benefits.

Pay for current and new state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan in effect at the time of hire.

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Job Details

ETF offers hybrid remote/office workIf interested in hybrid remote/office work, this can be discussed in more detail during the interview process. The selected employee(s) must report to ETF's office on the first day of employment. In addition, the employee may need to report to ETF on short notice as operational needs require. All employees are expected to be headquartered and work within the state of Wisconsin.

ETF does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the duties required of the position.

A 12-month probationary period may be required.

The results from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies if they become available.

Qualifications

Minimally Qualified candidates will have experience in all the following :

• Designing or developing applications using Java
• Designing or developing applications using a major JavaScript framework (e.g., React, Angular, etc.)
• Utilizing agile development methodologies and practices

In addition, Highly Qualified candidates will also have experience with some of the following :

• Providing technical leadership and/or architectural guidance to software development teams
• Developing architectures for complex software applications
• Collaborating with cross-functional development teams (e.g., developers, security teams, data teams, infrastructure teams, middleware teams, etc.)

How To Apply

To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. To be considered for this position, you must attach a resume and letter of qualifications addressing your training and experience with the qualifications listed above.

Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. For helpful tips, please review our instructions for developing your resume and letter of qualifications .

Online applications that do not include all requested materials may not be considered. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement should complete the application process described above by the stated deadline.

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Deadline to Apply

Application materials are due by 11:59 pm on August 5, 2026.