At Broadridge, we've built a culture where the highest goal is to empower others to accomplish more. If you’re passionate about developing your career, while helping others along the way, come join the Broadridge team. The Application Architect will be part of a multi-discipline team where meaningful collaboration is highly valued. Their responsibilities are for the overall design of applications and supervision of the implementation. Developed applications are visible to both customers and their clients. The ability to design solutions in an DevOps environment and effectively communicate those designs to the development team is critical to the success of this role. The position requires good interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to solve complex problems, and applicable technical experience. Key Job Functions/Responsibilities: Design major aspects of the architecture of an application, including components such as user interface, middleware and infrastructure Demonstrate experience in designing data migration and conversion solutions while maintaining data integrity across the platform Provide technical leadership to the application development team Perform design and code reviews Identify, communicate, and mitigate Risks, Assumptions, Issues and Decisions throughout full lifecycle Compile and implement application development plans for new or existing applications. Ensure that uniform enterprise-wide application and architecture design standards and principles are maintained. Perform application integration, maintenance, upgrades, and migration. Document application development processes, procedures, and standards Collaborate with senior management and other stakeholders to ensure the architecture is aligned with business requirements Provide application assessment guidance to team members (Project Managers, IT Architects and IT Specialists, among others) in new or complex solution design, implementation and/or management tools and techniques Lead negotiations with engagement partners and team members (vendors, subcontractors, customers, Kyndryls) to define Non-functional project goals and strategies for attaining them Anticipate potential performance problems associated with the solution being developed. Develop and lead execution of the non-functional technical risk management plan for the solution to be implemented Understand future customer, industry and information technology trends. Apply this understanding to develop robust solutions and to identify opportunities for future business flexibility and volume growth Analyze new and complex situations. Select, tailor, and apply formal Non-functional requirements, design and development methodologies to analyze customer needs and develop requirements for I/T solutions. Evaluate potential solution elements using a formal methodology and select most appropriate elements. Assess business and technical impact of solutions Identify the supporting tools required to perform results analyzes Basic Skill Level Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science with a specialization in software engineering, application development, or similar Experience and Skills: A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an application architect, preferably in mainframe hosted environment Highly proficient in programming languages, and integration & collaboration Tools: JMS, JDBC, Web Services: WSDL, SQL, Java. Application development: Enterprise PL/I for Host and Java J2EE Technologies Application Server such WebSphere Application Server - Database: DB2 and IMS Extensive experience in aligning application development with business needs. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. Superb organizational and time management skills. Great collaboration and communication skills. Understands and applies knowledge of function, Business unit or country objectives in framing, evaluating and selecting alternatives for I/T solutions. Has the required proficiency levels for technical skills and applies skills to the design of I/T solutions in Mainframe and Distributed platforms. Understands organizational resources, priorities, needs and policies Tools: Familiar with the following environment and technologies: - Mainframe (Z/OS), PSeries (AIX), and Intel Red Hat Linux - ESB components: WMB, DataPower, and Messaging system MQSeries - Integration & Collaboration Tools: JMS, JCA connectors, JDBC, Web Services: WSDL, SOAP, WS-I, JAX-WS, XML RPC, WS-Security - Application development: Enterprise PL/I for Host and Java J2EE Technologies - Application Server such WebSphere Application Server - Database: DB2 and IMS Recruitment Process Throughout your application process, you may be asked to connect with us virtually or in-person. Our recruiters will explain how hybrid interviews will be held throughout the recruitment process, and they will be able to answer any questions you might have. Background Check Process Broadridge requires employees to complete a background check that is completed by one of our service providers. We use this service to complete the following checks: Employment verification Education verification Credit inquiry Canadian criminal record check Workplace Flexibility We are committed to supporting flexible work arrangements, investing in technology or other resources to enable you to work from home effectively, wherever possible. At this time this is a hybrid role, and therefore you should have a basic home office set up, high-speed internet, and the ability to work without distractions during core business hours. Accessibility & Accommodation Broadridge is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace ensuring that equal employment opportunities are provided to all individuals, regardless of race, colour, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, age, disability, religious affiliation, or national origin or citizenship. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please notify our recruitment team. #LI-Hybrid #LI-TN1 Broadridge associates helped us envision our Connected Workplace - a work model that allows associates around the globe, dependent upon their role responsibilities, take advantage of the benefits of both on-site and off-site work to support our clients, one another, and the communities where we live and work. Our Connected Workplace is grounded in the concept of FACS: Flexible, Accountable, Connected, and Supported, which is our commitment to our associates. FACS supports our strong culture and allows us to achieve business goals while supporting meaningful work-life integration for our associates. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment and committed to providing a workplace that empowers associates to be authentic and bring their best to work. We believe that associates can only do their best when they feel safe, understood, and valued, and we work diligently and collaboratively to ensure Broadridge is a company—and ultimately a community—that recognizes and celebrates diversity in all its dimensions. Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR), is a global Fintech leader, delivering technology-driven solutions that drive digital transformation for banks, broker-dealers, asset and wealth managers and public companies. At Broadridge, we are committed to making a difference. Our unique culture is guided by the Service-Profit Chain—the idea that success is mutual, directly connecting employee engagement, client satisfaction, and the creation of stockholder value. We enable better financial lives by providing the critical infrastructure that powers investing, corporate governance and communications. A certified Great Place to Work®, Broadridge is part of the S&P 500® Index, employing over 14,000 associates in 21 countries. Hear from our associates how Broadridge has maintained its culture since the shift to a remote and hybrid working model. LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Glassdoor The Muse Broadridge is committed to creating an engaging workplace for the most talented associates in our industry. On and off-site working provides flexibility by balancing the needs of our clients, teams, and associates. Our Connected Workplace is grounded in the following concepts: Flexible, Accountable, Connected, and Supported. This approach allows us to achieve business goals while supporting meaningful work-life integration for our associates. Broadridge’s high-performance teams thrive in a culture based on trust and mutual respect that emphasizes outcomes—rather than how, when, and where work is done. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and healthy environment. As a leading provider of technology, communications, and data and analytics solutions to businesses around the world, it is critical that we understand, embrace, and operate in a multicultural environment. Every associate has unique strengths, which, when fully appreciated and embraced, allow individuals to perform at their best, leading to our success. Our goal is to ensure our associates at every level of the organization represent the diversity of the clients we serve and the communities in which we work. We pursue both top-down and bottom-up approaches to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and values into our culture. This is reflected in the varying backgrounds of our over 14,000 associates working in 21 countries around the globe. Learn about our DEI Program here. We believe that our associates are among our most important assets. Encouraging professional development opportunities is a core part of our culture. Broadridge provides educational opportunities, including formal classes, training programs and events. To enable learning in our Connected Workplace where associates may be working on-site, off-site, or using a hybrid model, Broadridge has redesigned all development programs for 100% virtual delivery. Our associates have access to 8,500+ online courses covering business, leadership, technical, and function-specific topics through our LinkedIn Learning program.
