Application Architect 29333

One of the largest health insurers in the nation is focused on& continuously building an industry-defining, world-class IT capability. Healthcare is forever evolving, especially due to emerging technologies, making this a great experience to add to your resume. Come join their winning team!& This Contract role as an Application Architect in Richardson, TX will be responsible for providing design recommendations based on long-term IT organization strategy, developing enterprise level application and custom integration solutions including major enhancements and interfaces, functions and features, and more (see below). This is a Hybrid role in Richardson, TX and Chicago, IL.& & Responsibilities:&

• Provides design recommendations based on long-term IT organization strategy
• Develops enterprise level application and custom integration solutions including major enhancements and interfaces, functions and features
• Uses a variety of platforms to provide automated systems applications to customers
• Provides expertise regarding the integration of applications across the business
• Determines specifications, then plans, designs, and develops the most complex and business critical software solutions, utilizing appropriate software engineering processes either individually or in concert with project team
• Will assist in the most difficult support problems
• Develops programming and development standards and procedures as well as programming architectures for code reuse
• Has in-depth knowledge of state-of-the art programming languages and object-oriented approaches in designing, coding, testing and debugging programs
• Understands and consistently applies the attributes and processes of current application development methodologies.
• Researches and maintains knowledge in emerging technologies and possible application to the business Viewed both internally and externally as a technical expert and critical technical.

• Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Systems or other related field. Or equivalent work experience. 7 years of experience in multiple IT areas and 3 years of relevant architecture experience.
• Requires advanced to expert level knowledge and understanding of architecture, application systems design and integration.
• Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise
• Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices
• Takes initiative to solve complex problems; takes an outside-in perspective to identify innovative solutions
• Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations-
• May lead functional teams or projects