Court Technology Architect (Application Architect)

The Court Technology Architect (Application Architect) performs advanced professional duties related to the architecture, design, integration, modernization, security, and governance of the Court's application portfolio. This position is responsible for defining and implementing scalable, secure, maintainable, and high-performing application solutions that support the Court's business objectives and operational workflows. The Application Architect serves as the Court's technical leader for application architecture, providing guidance on application design patterns, development standards, integration strategies, cloud adoption, DevSecOps practices, and emerging technologies. The position evaluates and recommends technologies, frameworks, tools, and architectural approaches that improve development productivity, enhance application reliability, strengthen security, and support long-term sustainability. The Application Architect collaborates closely with business analysts, developers, infrastructure teams, security personnel, vendors, and Court stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Responsibilities include hands-on activities, architecting enterprise applications and services, designing integrations between internal and external systems, conducting architectural and security reviews, establishing development standards and best practices, and ensuring compliance with Court technology policies and governance requirements. In addition, the Application Architect leads application modernization initiatives, develops prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions, mentors development staff, conducts code and design reviews, and promotes the adoption of innovative technologies, including AI-assisted development tools and modern software engineering practices. The position may serve as the technical lead for large, complex projects involving multiple applications, teams, vendors, and stakeholders, ensuring solutions align with the Court's strategic objectives, architecture standards, security requirements, and operational needs. COURT TECHNOLOGY ARCHITECT, STEP 2: Candidates' supplemental question responses may be evaluated and ranked. Depending on the number of applications, assessments and/or screening interviews may be conducted. STEP 3: Those candidates who are successful in the review/assessment may be placed on the eligible list. Placement on the eligible list is not a guarantee of interview or employment. All candidates will be notified via email of their status at each step of the process. Additional steps in the selection process will include a local background check and a reference check.

Do you have experience in Web services design?, Do you have a Master's degree?, Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in management information systems, information technology, computer science or a closely related field - AND - seven (7) years of full-time (or equivalent) years of progressively responsible experience in the planning, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and support of one or more domain areas. *Note: A copy of your college diploma or official transcripts must be included with your application. Education Substitution Credit: A master's degree in management information systems, information technology, computer science, or a closely related field may substitute for up to two (2) years of required experience. *Note: To receive substitution credit, a copy of your official college transcripts or certification must be included with your application. OR OPTION II: Two (2) years of full-time (or equivalent) experience with the Orange County Superior Court in a classification comparable to Applications Developer III, Systems Administrator III, Database Administrator II, Network Engineer III, or Court Technology Team Lead. Desirable Technical Qualifications

• Experience architecting and designing enterprise-scale applications using modern technologies such as .NET, Java, cloud platforms, web services, and databases.
• Hands-on experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting complex enterprise applications, including application architecture, system integrations, performance optimization, and production support. Proficiency in using APIs, messaging platforms, service-oriented architectures, or event-driven solutions.
• Experience leading application modernization initiatives, including migration of legacy systems to modern architectures and frameworks.
• Knowledge of secure software development practices, application security principles, authentication and authorization technologies, and vulnerability management.
• Experience establishing development standards, architectural patterns, and governance processes to promote consistency, quality, and maintainability.
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, infrastructure automation, monitoring, and observability.
• Experience evaluating emerging technologies and developing proof-of-concept solutions to assess business value and technical feasibility.
• Experience mentoring developers and conducting code reviews, technical design reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools and modern software engineering practices to improve productivity, quality, and innovation within the software development lifecycle.

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• Loan repayment program
• Travel reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• Tuition reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Health insurance, Anticipated Annual Salary: $155,875.20 BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.50% at 67 formula) Choice of five medical plans $3,500 Optional Benefit Plan (OBP) annually Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Vacation and sick leave packages 14 paid holidays per year Educational & professional reimbursement Optional deferred compensation program(457plan) TELEWORK/ON-SITE OPPORTUNITY This position is eligible for a combination of telework and on-site work assignments. Telework must be completed from a pre-designated home-based location within the State of California, and employees may be required to report on-site to address business needs. Telework is at the sole discretion of the Court and may be rescinded with 48 hours' notice, based on the needs of the Orange County Superior Court., are numerous discount programs available to Court employees. These include, but are not limited to discounts on hearing aids, pet insurance, local attractions, technology products, wellness services and gym memberships. TRAVEL ASSISTANCE AND IDENTITY THEFT SERVICES: Employees covered under group life insurance policies from The Hartford are also eligible for a range of additional benefits at no cost. These include travel assistance services, such as emergency medical transport (including medical evacuation and repatriation, with coverage of up to $1 million per person), medical and dental referrals, and replacement of medical devices and corrective lenses in the event of loss, theft, or breakage. Additionally, employees and their families can benefit from identity theft support services, which offer assistance with credit bureau notifications, card replacement, and guidance on completing identity theft affidavits. ONLINE PRIVACY BENEFIT: Employees may elect to enroll in a voluntary online privacy protection plan provided by IronWall360. This benefit helps protect employee's online privacy by searching the Internet and locating any personal information and making sure it is removed.

ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT The Orange County Superior Court was established in 1893 and maintains jurisdiction over a wide range of matters, with our flagship location being the Central Justice Center in Santa Ana, with additional courthouses located in Orange (Lamoreaux), Newport Beach (Harbor), Fullerton (North), and Westminster (West), as the fifth-largest trial court in the United States and the third-largest court of general jurisdiction in California. We have more than 140 judicial officers and over 1,500 staff with an operating budget of nearly $280 million. Our court is recognized for innovation, resource advancements, and community focus while managing over half a million case filings annually and serving a population exceeding three million. The Court's Judges, Commissioners, and employees are recognized for their high standards of achievement, integrity, modernization, and diversity. The Court is committed to ensuring equal access to court services and enhancing public confidence in the court system.