Job Description: Software Architect (Expert Level)

Posting ID: HBITS-08-14924
Agency: Office of Mental Health (OMH) / ITS
Location: 44 Holland Avenue, Albany, NY 12229 (Region 1)
Telecommute Policy: 50% Remote / 50% Onsite (subject to ITS policy changes)
Target Start Date: October 27, 2026
Engagement Duration: 24 Months
Schedule: Full-Time (8.5 hours/day between 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM EST, Monday–Friday)

Role Overview The Software Architect will design, configure, and develop OMH applications and technical systems. This role spans the entire Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)—from establishing technical architecture for system modifications to hands-on development, database engineering, cloud/infrastructure integration, and production issue resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Develop system architecture and write application code using ASP.NET, C#, MVC, JavaScript, Ajax, Web APIs, and WCF.
Design and manage Oracle database components (PL/SQL packages, stored procedures, triggers, scripts).
Implement applications that handle Protected Health Information (PHI) under strict HIPAA protocols.
Oversee source control branching and deployments using TFS/GitLab.
Troubleshoot production incidents, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), network issues, and Crystal Reports.
Provide architectural mentorship and run knowledge-transfer sessions for state employees and team members.

Mandatory & Requested Qualifications

Experience Level: Expert (84+ months of industry experience providing guidance to large teams).
Technical Architecture: 84+ months as a Lead Technical Architect handling system architecture, configuration, security, and performance tuning.
Oracle & PL/SQL: 84+ months using PL/SQL to create packages, triggers, procedures, functions, and cursors.
SOA & Web Services: 84+ months with Service-Oriented Architecture, WCF services, REST Web APIs, and Enterprise Service Bus integrations.
.NET/C# Development: 60+ months developing n-tier web applications using Visual Studio, ASP.NET, MVC, and C#.
Systems, Cloud & Infrastructure: 60+ months working with servers, IoT integration, Cloud technologies, WAF, and network troubleshooting.
AI/ML & Python: 36+ months using AI/ML and Python to build chatbots and web components.
HIPAA & PHI: 24+ months developing and maintaining applications storing HIPAA/PHI data and handling HL7 transformations.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): 24+ months with automation tools like Terraform or Ansible.
Mandatory Certification: Must hold an active AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional credential.

Compliance & Security Requirements

Clearance: Mandatory ITS Security Agreements, HIPAA compliance, and OMH Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure Agreement (CNDA).
Training: Completion of NYS/OER mandatory courses (Internal Controls, Workplace Violence, Sexual Harassment, Information Security).

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