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JOB DESCRIPTION

U.S. Bank is seeking a motivated Application Architect with technical design and architecture experience to contribute toward the success of our technology initiatives. Responsible for the design and architecture of application systems. Develops the application’s architecture and blueprints on which functional and non-functional requirements can be met. Reviews developer technical designs. Translates user requirements to technical requirements. Designs application’s technical infrastructure, such as application components, platforms, interfaces, development tools, and testing approaches. Possesses broad knowledge of platforms and applications across all technologies. Converts specifications into design approach instructions to solve business problems through automation support. Participates in the definition of non-functional requirements and ensures that the application architecture supports these requirements. Provides strategic input for long-term application direction. Monitors and maintains compliance with Enterprise Architecture, Technology Standards, and Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity Planning. Participates in evaluation of vendor products to determine conformance with bank technical standards and appropriate fit with business needs. Develops and maintains department’s knowledge base. Mediates between the expert and knowledge base. Uses models, hypotheses, and cognitive analysis techniques to elicit real problem-solving knowledge from the experts. Senior level positions lead the mapping of the application’s architecture to the chosen technology platform; may lead, provide direction, and coordinate activities of application architects.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience
• At least 5 years of experience with the concepts, philosophies and tools behind the design of applications, information and underlying information technologies
• At least 10 years of experience with developing and implementing applications

PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of PCI compliance and standards
• Experience with implementing and supporting ETL tools/platforms, such as DataStage, PowerCenter, etc.
• Solid knowledge of Linux including basic commands and scripting
• Experience installing software on a Linux server
• Some knowledge of WebSphere
• Familiar with Agile, Product outcome based concepts
• Some knowledge of Autosys scheduler
• Experience with SQL and relational databases
• Interest in architecting solutions in a cloud platform like AWS, Azure, (Cloud architectural patterns)
• Excellent communication skills
• Desire to learn new/modern technologies
• Experience collaborating across business and technology organizations to achieve results
• Exceptional troubleshooting ability
  “Job postings typically remain open for approximately 20 days of the posting date listed above, however the job posting may be closed earlier should it be determined the position is no longer required due to business need. Job postings in areas with a high volume of applicants, such as customer service, contact center, and Financial Crimes investigations, remain open for approximately 5 days of the posting listed date.”

THE ROLE OFFERS A HYBRID/FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE, WHICH MEANS THERE’S AN IN-OFFICE EXPECTATION OF 3 OR MORE DAYS PER WEEK AND THE FLEXIBILITY TO WORK OUTSIDE THE OFFICE LOCATION FOR THE OTHER DAYS.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That’s why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by la