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Application Architect

CAI
Alexandria, Virginia, United States of America
  • Market Salary: $60 - $69 p/hour
  • IT
  • Full-time
Our job summary
Work onsite in Alexandria supporting SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0 modernization with $60–$69/hr pay. Senior Application Architect, full-time contract, onsite Alexandria, VA; focus on web/mobile app architecture, integration, configuration, testing, deployment, and support; aligns with Enterprise Architecture, SDLC, and security. Required: - Bachelor’s in CS/IT/MIS or related - 5+ years in application architecture for web & mobile - Experience with BPM admin/architecture - Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Visio, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) - Strong communication and analytical skills
Full description
Application Architect

Req number:

R7457

Employment type:

Full time

Worksite flexibility:

Onsite

Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated application architect ready to take us to the next level! If you have a strong understanding of web and mobile architecture, strong with O365 tools and applications, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Application Architect to support the modernization of our clients websites. The architect will focus on application integration, configuration, testing, deployment, and ongoing support of SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0, while ensuring alignment with Enterprise Architecture framework, IT strategy, SDLC standards, and security requirements. This position is a full-time contract, onsite role based in Alexandria, VA.

What You’ll Do

  • Apply application architecture principles to support teams developing requirements across multiple functional areas

  • Support the build, configuration, testing, and deployment of SmarTrip backend system components for SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0

  • Coordinate work efforts to prevent overlap and ensure alignment with Enterprise Architecture, IT strategy, SDLC standards, and architectural governance

  • Prepare as-is and to-be architecture artifacts, including system connectivity diagrams, application reference models, interface documentation, data dictionaries, and staging plans

  • Collaborate closely with data architects, infrastructure engineers, and software program managers to ensure enterprise-wide architectural integrity

  • Guide and support business analysts, test analysts, and documentation specialists

  • Review system hardening activities and assist with vulnerability remediation efforts

  • Complete mandatory annual security awareness training

What You’ll Need

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related discipline

  • 5+ years of experience in application architecture for web and mobile applications

  • Strong understanding of end-to-end application architecture, from conception through deployment

  • Proven experience planning and deploying complex custom web application solutions and process improvements

  • Experience coordinating software requirements and working directly with development teams

  • Experience with administration and architecture of Business Process Management (BPM) solutions

  • Proficiency using Microsoft 365 tools, including:

    • Visio and Moqups for documenting application architectures and system relationships

    • Excel for basic software requirements documentation

    • Word and PowerPoint for technical documentation and presentations

  • Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills

Preferred

  • Experience supporting third-party mobile applications (iOS and Android) integrated with enterprise backend systems

  • Prior experience working within large, regulated, or public-sector enterprise environments

Physical Demands

  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

  • Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time, with occasional movement around the office for meetings

  • Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

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Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.

$60 - $69 per hour

The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

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