Key responsibilities:

• Design and develop application architecture for student systems, aligning with

institutional goals.

• Collaborate with business analysts, developers, educators, and stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.

• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes for high-quality solutions.

• Create and maintain architectural documentation, including system diagrams and design specifications.

• Conduct code reviews and guide development teams to adhere to architectural

• standards.

• Identify and mitigate risks in the design and implementation of software solutions.
• Ensure application architecture is secure, scalable, and maintainable.
• Support integration of new systems with existing infrastructure, including SIS and LMS.
• Design solutions to enhance the student experience, streamline administrative

processes, and improve educational outcomes.

• Lead the development of software solutions that drive innovation and enhance the

overall technology landscape of student systems.

• Establish and enforce software development best practices, ensuring the alignment of development efforts with architectural vision.
• Provide expertise in troubleshooting complex technical issues, offering solutions that ensure continuity and performance.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and educational technology developments to propose relevant improvements.
• Foster a collaborative and agile development environment by actively mentoring team members and promoting knowledge sharing.

• Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations, particularly regarding

student data management.

• Monitor and optimize system performance, identifying areas for improvement and

implementing necessary changes.

Required Experience:

• 7 years of experience managing education, government, or corporate projects, with

expertise in application design, development, and architecture.

• Proven ability to provide strategic advice to senior management on business and

functional matters.

• Experience in evaluating and improving business processes and systems for increased efficiency.
• Experience with cloud-based architectures and services, particularly in an educational or enterprise setting.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or other project management methodologies to manage project timelines and deliverables effectively.
• Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale projects within set deadlines and budgets.

• Experience working in higher education or similar environments, understanding the

unique challenges and needs of student systems.

• Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in large, complex system integrations and data migrations.
• Experience with data governance and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of student data across systems.