Job Title: .Net Application Architect
Job Location: Dallas, TX
Job Type: Contract Position
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Application Architect with 12+ years of experience to design and implement enterprise-scale solutions using .NET and Azure.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud-native architecture, microservices, and modern application development, along with experience handling monolithic systems and legacy integrations. This role requires strong leadership, architecture governance, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance applications.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & System Design
- Architect and design a scalable Integration Hub using .NET stack and Azure Cloud
- Define and implement high-availability, secure, and scalable architectures
- Design systems supporting both microservices and monolithic architectures
Strategy & API Governance
- Define Universal Estimate Schema ensuring consistent rule execution across platforms
- Lead API discovery and governance, identifying constraints and designing solutions for legacy systems
- Develop and enforce API standards, versioning, and governance models
Cloud & DevOps
- Design and implement solutions on Azure Cloud (App Services, Functions, APIs, etc.)
- Drive DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation strategies
- Optimize cloud performance and cost efficiency
Security & Compliance
- Design secure authentication mechanisms (OAuth2, SSO)
- Ensure compliance with data privacy, OEM, and regulatory standards
Performance & Optimization
- Ensure real-time processing systems meet strict latency and performance requirements
- Identify bottlenecks and implement performance tuning strategies
Leadership & Collaboration
- Provide technical leadership to Agile/Scrum teams
- Mentor developers on best practices, coding standards, and cloud-native development
- Collaborate with product owners, architects, and data teams to translate business needs into technical solutions
Required Skills & Experience
- 12+ years of experience in application development and architecture
- Strong expertise in:
- .NET Stack (C#, ASP.NET Core, Web APIs)
- Azure Cloud Services
- PostgreSQL / SQL databases
- Experience with:
- Microservices & Event-Driven Architecture
- API design, governance, and integration
- Cloud-native application development
- Strong understanding of:
- Security frameworks (OAuth2, SSO)
- DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification in Azure Solutions Architect / .NET technologies
- Experience with Generative AI use cases in enterprise applications
- Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban)
- Experience with cloud cost optimization strategies
Education
- Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent