Software Architect jobs in North Carolina

Summary:

NCDES Mainframe Architect - Technical Architect - Expert

Job description:

The primary responsibilities of this position are to assist in maintaining the Tax and Financial Accounting and Reporting System (FARS)systems and work on the Interfaces related to North Carolina Unemployment Insurance Tax System (NCSUITS) and Southern Consortium Unemployment Benefits Integration (SCUBI). We need to have an additional resource to be able to provide adequate support for the FARS and Interface systems.

The Mainframe Architect is expected to handle design implementation, and maintenance of mainframe computer systems for DES. The primary responsibility of this position includes assisting with maintaining the Tax and FARS systems, as well as the Tax Modernization project, which involves data cleansing and conversion. The contractor will work with other technical teams to ensure that the mainframe system is properly integrated with other systems and technologies. They are expected to help resolve technical issues that arise with the mainframe system. This may include working with other technical teams to diagnose and resolve problems, as well as developing and implementing preventative measures to minimize the risk of future issues.

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects

• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

• Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility

• Ensure resource availability and allocation

• Develop a detailed project plan to track progress

• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques

• Perform risk management to minimize project risks

• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors

• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

Educational and Soft Skills -

• Good educational background, preferably in the fields of computer science or engineering

• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

• PMP, CSM certification is a plus