Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is seeking a Business Architect with our client in Minneapolis, MN.

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Engineer to partner across IT and with assigned business line(s) to assess, research, and analyze business, technical and system needs to resolve business systems issues by recommending technology solutions that meet sponsor/stakeholder needs.

What will you do?

• Provides consulting services on new and strategic initiatives (medium to large of varying complexity)
• Researches emerging trends/best practices and determines implications of proposed solutions on meeting business unit strategy
• Develop feasibility studies and proposals for senior management and executive decisions on large complex projects
• Together with Project Manager, and Solutions Architect determines best mix of development, interfacing applications, third party vendor solutions to meet business requirements and project objectives
• Responsible for all aspects of joint development and assistance with vendor negotiations
• Provides input and coordinates with DBA in creating new and modifying existing database structures using different types of databases and recommending appropriate DB based on required functionality across multiple systems
• Develops detailed plans and accurate estimates for the design, build, implements and stabilizes phases of the project and manages detailed design phases for large projects/ programs identifying, tracking and resolving technical issues and ensuring solution meets sponsor needs and PLC deliverables
• Provides direction, expertise, feedback, coaching and development to build the capability of more junior staff
• Spearheads joint technical design sessions (internally and with SaaS vendor) via technical iteration of design, development, documentation, testing and deployment

What do you need to succeed?

• Must-have
• Professional with experience on multiple projects with multiple interfaces and/or 3rd parties
• 5+ years of experience with MS SQL
• Knowledge of different programming languages (e.g., SQL, .NET, C++, HTML, Cobol, JCL)
• Emphasis on strong SQL skills
• Strong grasp of complex data structures (nested data structures) and capacity to drive data-driven architecture
• Experience with managing SaaS software solutions and driving continuous improvement with vendor solutions

Nice-to-have

• Experience working with MDM tools & implementations (e.g., Informatica)
• Knowledge of developing, designing, and consuming RESTFUL services
• Experience with building a GitHub repository and compile/run GitHub projects
• Multiple platforms e.g., MVS, Internet, Client/Server and ability to select appropriate one to meet business needs

The base hourly range for this contract position is $65-95 per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.

In some cases, LRS Consulting uses generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) in support of our hiring processes. LRS takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. Please contact AI.Questions@lrs.com with any questions.