Kforce is working with a legal client in search of an Applications Architect to join their team in Los Angeles, CA.Summary:The Applications Architect will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex enterprise application solutions in support of the business.In this capacity, the Applications Architect will:

　　Present enterprise technology architecture solutions which could include complex data structures, integrations, networking, and security

　　Present new ideas and concepts to technical and non-technical audiences

　　Translate future-state business capabilities into solution architecture requirements

　　Design and develop API's for a variety of applications. Identify opportunities to simplify code, improve architectures and reduce vendor dependencies

　　Create/Maintain and follow IT/InfoSec policies/procedures

　　Influence, guide and facilitate agreement with stakeholders and peers across IT

　　Estimate financial impact of solution architecture alternatives

　　Work creatively and analytically to solve business problems and propose solutions

　　Motivated and driven by achieving long-term business outcomes

　　Trusted and respected as a thought leader who can influence and persuade business and IT leaders and IT development teams

　　Technology neutral: remains unbiased toward any specific technology or vendor choice shows preference to results than personal preferences

　　Work effectively in a team environment and lead cross-functional teams

　　Design creative/outside of the box solutions

　　Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or 8 years of related field experience

　　Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in developing Enterprise Solution Designs

　　Extensive experience in application development methodologies and design patterns

　　Expertise in integration technologies

　　Knowledgeable on SDLC methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile/Scrum/Iterative, Rapid Prototyping, Incremental, and DevOps

　　Experience with the following technologies: C#/.Net, Python, JavaScript, CSS, HTML SQL, SSAS, Star/Snowflake/Relation DB designs, Azure DevOps, Azure, AWS, OAuth, SAML

　　Understanding of Azure Active Directory and SSO

　　Expertise with PowerShell is a must

　　Expertise on web hosting (IIS, Apache)

　　Expertise on MS Windows OS operating systems; Linux a plus

　　Knowledge and understanding of different modeling languages such as UML

　　Experience and knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)

　　High level of Security Awareness

　　Displays intellectual curiosity and integrity

　　Highly skilled in multitasking

　　Excellent communication and collaboration skills

　　Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

　　Must be highly effective within a collaborative environment

　　Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

　　The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

　　We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

　　Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

　　This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

　　Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

　　Compensation Type:YearsMinimum Compensation:138000.00Maximum Compensation:201000.00