IT Architect II

Overview

To provide technical and software architectural leadership within the portfolio, program and project teams in support of development initiatives. To provide strong end-to-end leadership in the analysis, design and delivery of solutions/applications and be responsible for ensuring the project team follows design parameters and accepted design methodologies and principles.
Responsibilities

Works with Lead Developer to act as the technical leadership for Developers on the agile teams and defines the software architectural approach and high-level design for the project while working to ensure assigned project goals are met within expected timelines and following Paychex standards. Monitors development in each assigned project team to support compliance with approved technology standards and best practices.

Collaborates with Project Development teams to analyze, design/enhance and implement mission critical, enterprise-level applications and deliver on portfolio and program objectives.

Works with Development Managers, Program Managers and Product Managers to ensure program goals are met within expected timelines and include strategic architecture items. This includes the creation and review of project charters to ensure technical feasibility works with the team and to escalate issues to the program or portfolio.

Creates and develops technology standards for Development projects within Paychex. These standards will be used as a baseline for design evaluations and adoption of technologies across all portfolios. Establishes practices and tools for managing and enforcing consistent security, performance and policies across the Software Development Life Cycle.

Identifies performance limiting or otherwise problematic software designs and implementation patterns in present systems to improve software performance and design. Creates and maintains technical documentation regarding software architectural standards, best practices and implementation of architectural components.

Prepares and delivers software architecture and design presentations to project, and program teams to educate and mentor the development organization.

Works to create and maintain Paychex’s internal and external APIs (Application Program Interfaces).

Monitors development processes across the application portfolio to support compliance with approved technology standards and best practices.

Validates project requirements and performs analysis to design solutions which identify and promote enterprise services to ensure a unified client experience as well as eliminate duplicate data and redundant applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Development or related discipline
• 10+ years of experience in Designing, building and deploying highly scalable web and/or mobile based enterprise applications.
• Experience in design and development of orchestration/integration components using third-party middleware technologies
• Experience with loosely coupled architectures or service oriented architectures. Extensive experience with Object Oriented Modeling and Design preferred. Full lifecycle experience designing mission critical, large scale, highly available, scalable software applications.
• React experience - Preferred
• Web components experience - Preferred
• Consulting - Preferred
• Creative Problem Solving - Preferred
• Application Programming Interface (API) - Preferred
• Application Development - Preferred
• Software Engineering - Preferred
• Applications Architecture - Preferred
• DevOps - Preferred
• Feasibility Studies - Preferred
• Business Development - Preferred
• Information Technology Architecture - Preferred

Compensation

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $133,500 - $189,800 annually. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

Live the Paychex Values

Act with uncompromising integrity.

Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.

Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.

Work in partnership and support each other.

Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.

Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What's in it for you?

• We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
• We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
• We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
• We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
• We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.

Not sure if you meet every requirement?

At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.

Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.