About the Role

Robert Half is seeking a seasoned Applications Architect to join our client's dynamic team in Montpelier, Vermont. As a pivotal technical leader, you will guide high-performing teams in delivering end-to-end technology solutions within a fast-paced, complex environment. This role demands deep expertise in enterprise policy administration systems and mainframe technologies, combined with strong leadership to influence solution design and oversee critical implementations. If you thrive on architecting robust applications, fostering innovation, and driving business value through technology, this Applications Architect position at Robert Half offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.

In this full-time role, you'll operate independently while collaborating across matrixed organizations, ensuring seamless integration of legacy systems with modern tools. With a salary context around $150,000 annually, this position is ideal for professionals passionate about mainframe modernization, SQL optimization, and SDLC excellence. Montpelier, VT, provides a serene yet strategic location for tech leaders ready to tackle enterprise challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership and Project Delivery

• Lead cross-functional technology teams to successfully deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
• Drive end-to-end solution design, from ideation to deployment, leveraging your expertise in COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, VSAM, and more.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Resource Optimization

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with business stakeholders, product owners, and IT leaders to align technology with business goals.
• Ensure optimal utilization of IT resources while upholding service delivery standards and championing process improvements.

Innovation and Modernization

• Collaborate with architects and developers to enforce standards, define technical roadmaps, and identify modernization opportunities for legacy applications.
• Evaluate emerging technology options, recommend scalable solutions, and estimate costs/timelines for enhancements.
• Oversee application design, configuration, rigorous testing, and release management to guarantee reliability and performance.

Communication and Strategic Influence

• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to all organizational levels, from executives to developers.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of key business applications, influencing strategic decisions in a mainframe-centric environment.

Required Qualifications

To excel as an Applications Architect with Robert Half, candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience.
• Over 10 years of hands-on experience spanning the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), with proven success in designing, maintaining, and enhancing applications in mainframe environments using COBOL, JCL, SQL, CICS, DB2, VSAM, and related technologies.
• Preferred experience leading product or project teams on enterprise policy administration platforms.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority in matrixed organizations.
• Proficiency in SQL, integration tools, and a working knowledge of modern development practices.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities, capable of operating independently in complex, high-stakes settings to meet service level agreements (SLAs).

Robert Half values candidates who are not only technically adept but also excel in team motivation, stakeholder engagement, and driving continuous improvement.

Why Join Us

At Robert Half, we empower top talent like you to advance your career while delivering exceptional value to our clients. This Applications Architect role in Montpelier, VT, offers a competitive salary of approximately $150,000, plus a robust benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation, work-life balance, and growth in the heart of Vermont.

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