Job Seekers, Please send resumes to resumes@hireitpeople.com Application systems architect will be involved in developing the solution architectures for DC's Affordable Housing Data Management systems. They will document hardware, software, tools, languages, and databases to be utilized to deliver solution architectures for DC's affordable Housing Data Management System. They will document the architecture from an enterprise perspective to show all data, applications, hardware, and user interactions. They will oversee the implementation of software applications necessary to meet the Affordable Housing Data Management's business requirements. This can include packaged application customization, custom application development and well as multi-systems integration. They typically work with other architects and developers as a leader developing solutions that provide capabilities to technical teams as well as the end user/customers. This position can require significant expertise in applicable and various development technologies such as .net, J2EE and experience with platforms such as Windows and Unix/Linux. Prior experience as a programmer/analyst and thorough knowledge of the SDLC and common tools and utilities such as Enterprise Architecture are required. - must be expert in this area. 
Required / Desired SkillsSkill Required / Desired Amount of Experience Expertise RatingKnowledge of Enterprise Architect (EA) and Solution ArchitecturesRequired10Years2 - ProficientKnowledge of EA FrameworksRequired10Years2 - ProficientExperience developing application architecturesRequired5Years3 - ExpertCan develop applications portfolioRequired5Years3 - ExpertExperience designing and developing ETL strategiesRequired5Years3 - ExpertExperience with data integration leveraging data messaging platformsRequired5Years3 - ExpertCan design automated dashboard applications, online reports, and chartsRequired5Years2 - ProficientCaptures requirements for target architectures and identifies techniques and technologiesRequired5Years3 - ExpertFamiliar with SDLC methodologiesRequired5Years3 - ExpertExperience with developing IT policies and proceduresRequired5Years3 - ExpertTranslates business and technical requirements into high-performing solutionsRequired5Years3 - ExpertExperienced in business requirements and developing use casesRequired6Years3 - ExpertProvides guidance to teams during analysis, development, and testingRequired5Years3 - ExpertExperience with complex data interface and interface technologiesRequired5Years3 - ExpertHas experience in developing dashboard applications, online reportsRequired6Years3 - ExpertHas hands-on experience developing test cases and test plansRequired5Years3 - ExpertIdentifies HW and SW components applications use for implementationRequired5Years3 - ExpertExperienced in developing sequence diagrams & process flow chartsRequired5Years3 - ExpertSourceSafe Experience with Project Planning and ManagementRequired8Years3 - ExpertMS CertificationHighly desired5Years2 - ProficientUnderstands Data Structures in databases other than SQL ServerHighly desired5Years2 - ProficientExperienced in developing sequence diagrams & process flow chartsHighly desired7Years3 - ExpertKnows Microsoft Office SharePoint ServicesHighly desired5Years2 - ProficientCan administer SQL Server, Oracle, Informix & other database systemsDesired4Years2 - ProficientIdentifies techniques and technologies that will be applied at applications levelDesired4Years2 - ProficientKnows Microsoft Office SharePoint ServicesDesired5Years2 - Proficient QuestionsDescriptionQuestion 1The vendor must provide a laptop with MS office/Visio applications and PDA for the resource, if engaged. There are no reimbursable expenses. Please acknowledge.Question 2The reporting location may change on a daily basis and within the work day as the resource may work from various District Agencies (all metro accessible). There are no reimbursable expenses. Please acknowledge.