C# Architect
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We are seeking an experienced Principal Software Architect to support the design and development of large-scale workflow and asset management applications used to improve operational efficiency across multiple business teams. These applications support operational activities such as permitting, inspections, infrastructure maintenance, roadway repairs, and asset tracking . The role will contribute to designing and implementing modern enterprise solutions that streamline workflows, enhance reporting, and improve operational oversight. The selected candidate will work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, and project management teams to design scalable systems and guide development efforts across the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) . Project Environment
The development team is working on several enterprise workflow applications, including systems designed to:
- Manage permit and license application workflows for external applicants and internal reviewers.
- Track roadway repair, resurfacing, and infrastructure improvement projects .
- Monitor installation and maintenance of roadway markings and other infrastructure assets .
- Manage asset inventory systems tracking installation and replacement of physical infrastructure.
- Support preventative and reactive maintenance workflows for public infrastructure assets.
The selected architect will assist with the design and implementation of similar large-scale enterprise solutions . Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture & Technical Leadership
Lead technical teams through all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including:
- Requirements analysis
- System design
- Development
- Unit, integration, and performance testing
- Implementation and deployment
Design high-level system architecture including selection of: Frameworks Programming languages Data storage solutions Develop scalable and secure enterprise software architectures aligned with business requirements. Development & Engineering
Develop application modules using object-oriented design principles and coding standards . Apply code optimization techniques to improve: Performance Security Scalability Implement web-based user interfaces using: .NET technologies Razor / MVC / MVVM architectures HTML5 CSS JavaScript AJAX Develop complex application modules using: .NET / .NET Core ASP.NET C# n-tier architecture XML-based web services Database & Reporting
Design and maintain relational database structures . Develop T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and database scripts . Generate reports using: Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) Develop ETL processes using: SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) DevOps & Configuration Management
Implement configuration management and CI/CD practices . Use tools such as: Azure DevOps Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) Microsoft Test Manager SharePoint Manage version control and parallel development workflows. Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with: Business Analysts Subject Matter Experts Development teams Technical leadership Participate in meetings with technical and business stakeholders to clarify and implement system requirements. Communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences . Architecture Documentation
Develop and maintain system architecture documentation including: Data models Software architecture diagrams Technical diagrams Interface control documents Component diagrams API specifications Deployment planning documentation Architectural decision records Testing & Quality Assurance
Define standards and templates for: Unit testing Integration testing Performance testing Support test case development and testing strategies. Participate in defect identification and resolution . Support user acceptance testing (UAT) . Team Leadership
Mentor development teams and enforce coding standards and best practices . Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance. Delegate technical tasks effectively across development teams. Accurately estimate development timelines and project deliverables. Promote a high-quality development culture within the team.
Requirements
Bachelor s Degree in a technology-related field or equivalent experience. 10+ years of experience designing, developing, and deploying mission-critical enterprise applications . Extensive experience leading technical teams delivering medium to large-scale enterprise software solutions . Required Technical Skills
Microsoft Technology Stack Expertise with the Microsoft .NET ecosystem , including:
- C#
- ASP.NET
- .NET / .NET Core
- MVC
- WPF
- WCF
- Entity Framework
- LINQ
- ADO.NET
Web Technologies HTML5 / CSS3 JavaScript AngularJS BackboneJS jQuery Bootstrap LeafletJS Database Technologies Strong experience with SQL Server technologies , including:
- T-SQL
- Stored procedures
- Database normalization
- SSIS
- SSRS
Data modeling tools such as: ERwin ERStudio Integration & Architecture Experience designing Service-Oriented Architectures (SOA) . Experience integrating RESTful and SOAP APIs . Strong understanding of enterprise architecture patterns.
DevOps & Development Tools Experience with: Azure DevOps Team Foundation Server (TFS) Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Version control systems Documentation management workflows
Methodologies Experience working within structured development environments using: Waterfall RUP Agile / Scrum
Additional Technical Experience GIS or mapping system integrations Workflow management systems Business intelligence and reporting platforms Soft Skills
Strong analytical and architectural problem-solving abilities Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions and accurate project estimates Experience managing multiple concurrent development initiatives Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience creating UML diagrams and architectural documentation Preferred Skills / Certifications
Enterprise Architecture certifications such as: TOGAF FEAC Experience designing asynchronous messaging solutions using: MSMQ WebSphere MQ Experience developing mobile or disconnected applications . Experience working on government or public-sector enterprise system implementations , particularly in asset management systems .