Application Architect Intermediate - IT Specialist 15

Salary: $40.71 - $60.15 Hourly
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 0801-26-21-159MFM
Department: Technology, Management and Budget
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 9/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

Job Description

About DTMB:
The supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.

About this position:
This position serves as an IT Application Architect 15 supporting the Michigan Department of Transportation information technology (IT) applications. This position will serve as the technical expert on orchestrating the placement and interaction of application components, to meet the agency business requirements, while also satisfying the often-conflicting requirements of sustainability, cost control, standardization, security, compliance and strategic alignment for all Java applications and services. This position must ensure that Java applications and services are properly integrated with COTS packages, Software as a Service, Web Services and other federal, state and local government applications and services, both internal and external to the State. This position is responsible for critical, public-facing systems with political fallout associated with potential failure. This position will provide technical expertise and leadership to application development staff, promoting usability, security, mobility, maintainability and reuse. This position must be able to function with a minimum of direct supervision and requires a high degree of direct contact with department program managers and DTMB project and technology oversight groups. This position works as team lead, for a team of classified architects, designers and support staff. Indirect reporting to the CTO through the Office of Enterprise Architecture.

View the position description here: ITS 15

Additional Requirements and Information
Please attach your cover letter, resume, and OFFICIAL transcript to your application.Failure to do so will result in your application not being considered.An official transcript must bear the college/university certification (e.g., seal, logo, watermark, and /or letterhead), Registrar's signature, and date. A transcript with these requirements, with the stamp "Issued to Student" is accepted as an official transcript. Unofficial transcripts will NOT be accepted. An unofficial transcript is: (1) an internet copy printed from the college/university student web account; (2) a transcript stamped with "Student Copy," and (3) a transcript that is labeled as 'Unofficial." The official transcript must be scanned and attached to the electronic NEOGOV Civil Service application with one of the following file extensions: pdf, doc, docx, txt, or rft. Degree certificates are not accepted. When attaching transcripts, please name the college/university for each transcript attached.
Position Location:This position is located in Lansing, MI. This position may work a hybrid (remote/office) schedule with 2 days required in the office per week. Selected candidates who have been approved to work a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

Signing Bonus:
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. DTMB Human Resources uses E-Verify in conjunction with the federal I-9 form to verify authorization of employment. DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT

Required Education and Experience

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.

Experience
Information Technology Specialist 15
Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst 12.
Alternate Education and Experience
An associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, mathematics or equivalent; and at least two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician and four years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst 12.

OR

At least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least three years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician and four years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst 12.

Additional Requirements and Information

Certain positions may be assigned subclass codes and individuals appointed must possess the required specialized experience.

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Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at

Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at

Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

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Updated: 2/28/24
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INTCSPL - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher with at least 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management, or mathematics and at least three years of post-degree professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, or Programmer/Analyst 12. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.ORAn associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, project management, mathematics or equivalent; and at least two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician; and three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, or Programmer/Analyst 12. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.ORAt least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least four years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician and three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, or Programmer/Analyst 12.

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you have designing, developing, or providing technical leadership for enterprise web applications using Java, Java EE/Jakarta EE, Spring, JBoss/WildFly, or similar Java-based technologies?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

03

Please describe your experience with Java-based application architecture, including any experience with application frameworks, service layers, reusable components, middleware, enterprise services, or shared code libraries. If you have no experience, write N/A.
04

How many years of experience do you have designing or supporting front-end web applications using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Vue, Angular, HTML, CSS, or similar technologies?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

05

Please describe your experience designing or supporting front-end web applications using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Vue, Angular, HTML, CSS, or similar technologies. If you have no experience, write N/A.
06

How many years of experience do you have designing, developing, or integrating REST, SOAP, web services, APIs, or other system-to-system interfaces?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

07

Please describe your experience designing or supporting application integrations, APIs, web services, or interfaces between applications, databases, vendor systems, SaaS/COTS products, or external partner systems. If you have no experience, write N/A.
08

How many years of experience do you have with relational databases, SQL, data modeling, stored procedures, database design review, or working with DBAs/data architects on application design?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

09

Please describe your experience applying software development lifecycle, systems engineering methodology, SEM, Agile, waterfall, hybrid, or other project delivery methods to application development or modernization projects.
10

How many years of experience do you have serving as a technical lead, application architect, solution architect, senior developer, or technical subject matter expert for other developers or technical staff?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

11

Please describe a time when other developers, architects, DBAs, security staff, project managers, or business analysts relied on you to resolve a complex technical design or implementation issue. What was the issue, what role did you play, and what was the result?
12

How many years of experience do you have reviewing application designs, code structure, technical standards, architecture diagrams, implementation plans, or production readiness for enterprise applications?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

13

Please describe your experience with secure application development, including secure coding practices, authentication/authorization, vulnerability remediation, code scanning results, dependency management, patching, or security review.
14

Please describe how you have incorporated accessibility requirements, such as ADA, WCAG, or Section 508, into application design, development, testing, or remediation activities. If you have no experience, write N/A.
15

Describe your experience with DevOps or DevSecOps practices, including Azure DevOps, Git, CI/CD pipelines, build/deployment automation, release planning, code repositories, branching strategies, or automated testing.
16

Please describe a situation where you had to balance business needs, technical standards, security requirements, accessibility requirements, cost, schedule, and long-term maintainability when recommending an application design.
17

What do you believe are the most important responsibilities of an Application Architect who serves as the technical escalation point for multiple development teams? Please include how you would support developers, managers, business analysts, data architects, security staff, and project teams.
18

Did you attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes
• No

19

Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes
• No

Required Question