Application Architect

Job Title: Application Architect Job Location: Onsite 5x/Week in Plano, TX Job Type: Direct Hire Job Description: The primary responsibility of the Application Architect is to lead the design and development of our casino management system from the ground up. This role requires a strategic mindset and a deep technical background to establish the architectural framework, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and create a robust, scalable, and secure platform. The Application Architect will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver a comprehensive solution that enhances operational efficiency and user experience. This role requires being hands-on in the technical architecture and coding patterns. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Lead the architectural design of the casino management system, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices. Design a modular and scalable architecture that incorporates microservices, API gateways, identity and access management, and integrated security measures. Evaluate and select technologies, frameworks, and tools that align with project goals and operational requirements. Develop integration strategies for various system components, including third-party services, payment gateways, and regulatory compliance systems. Collaborate with security teams to define and implement security standards, including data encryption and access controls, ensuring compliance with gaming regulations. Continuously monitor system performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency. Provide mentorship and guidance to engineering teams, promoting adherence to architectural standards and fostering a culture of innovation. Maintain thorough documentation of architectural designs, decisions, and processes to support ongoing development and maintenance. Design databases and conduct data modeling for applications. Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure the architectural vision is clearly understood and effectively implemented. Perform job duties in a safe manner. Attend work as scheduled on a consistent and regular basis. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications At least 21 years of age. Proof of authorization to work in the United States. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Must be able to obtain and maintain any certification or license, as required by law or policy. 5-8 years of experience in software architecture, with at least 3 years in a principal architect role, preferably in the gaming or casino industry. Demonstrated experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and related services. Understanding of microservices architecture and design patterns, including service discovery and load balancing. Knowledge of API gateways and management solutions (e.g., Apigee, AWS API Gateway) for secure service communication. Familiarity with IAM solutions (e.g., Okta, Auth0) and protocols (e.g., OAuth 2.0) for managing user identities. Understanding of DevSecOps practices, CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), and automation frameworks. Expert knowledge and experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and documenting database designs along with data security practice expertise. Proficiency in containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes). Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., ELK Stack, Prometheus) for system health management. Proficiency in relevant programming languages (e.g., Java, Python,) and scripting for automation. Proficiency in React, AngularJS, Vue.js, Node.js, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and Bash. Basic knowledge of application security frameworks and tools (e.g., OWASP) to identify and mitigate security risks. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to lead technical discussions and influence architectural decisions. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and interact appropriately with management, other Team Members and outside contacts of different backgrounds and levels of experience. THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY WITH A FIRST-CLASS COMPANYApplication Architect RED SKY Career Opportunities at: redskyconsulting.co/career-portal Application Architect RED SKY Consulting Candidate and Client Referral Program!2500Do you know other IT professionals?Turn those relationships into Money & help friends get workRED SKY Consulting is offering a fantastic opportunity for you to earn extra money. If you refer to us a Manager of people or skilled professionals, we will link your name to that person for 18 months.If we employ or place that individual or place people into that company thru that managerApplication Architect RED SKY Consulting Company Overview: We are an IT and Cybersecurity staffing solutions, professional services, management consulting, and executive placement company with thousands of resources across multiple IT and Cybersecurity skill sets. Our primary US locations are Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Nashville, Tampa and Denver and we have organizational arms in other domestic cities along with offshore alliances in India and Ireland. RED SKY has a 15+ year history of providing great technology talent. 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Created: 2026-03-10