Description The Solutions Architect designs, develops, implements, and oversees the operation of multiple applications within the company on multiple platforms. Provides technical leadership and consulting to team members and peers, including development and refinement of standards and participates or leads code and design reviews. SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Maintains in-depth knowledge of the strategic business plans of the department and respective business unit. Provides architectural consulting expertise, direction, and assistance to systems analysts, systems engineers, and other systems architects. Maintains in-depth knowledge of company's existing IT architecture, infrastructure, and technology portfolio. Develops, documents, communicates, and enforces a technology standards policy. Conducts research on emerging technologies in support of infrastructure development efforts and recommends technologies that will increase cost effectiveness and infrastructure flexibility. Designs, develops, and oversees implementation of end-to-end integrated systems. Develops and executes test plans to check infrastructure and systems technical performance, reports on findings and makes recommendations for improvement. Provides guidance to junior members of the team. Organizes and participates in reviews over code and design. Stays abreast of available technology regarding web and Windows development, information delivery, and relational database technology. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM LEVEL OF PREPERATION AND TRAINING NORMALLY REQUIRED: Advanced level of understanding of information processing principles and practices. Advanced technical knowledge of network, PC, and platform operating systems, including current Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop releases. Advanced knowledge of programming languages within respective division. Advanced knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws. Advanced analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities. Advanced level of written and oral communication skills. Advanced level of interpersonal and consultative skills. Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. A bachelor's degree in the field of computer science, information systems, or computer engineering or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience working as a developer. 5+ years of experience with business requirements gathering/analysis. 5+ years of experience in window and/or web-based systems design and development. 5+ years of hands on experience with application development tools, including Visual Studio .NET. 5+ years of hands-on experience with relational database technology, preferably MS SQL Server. APPLICATION PROCESS: You can directly apply through Cass's website at . Please apply directly to this position via the "Apply" button. You will be required to create an account and provide your resume, contact information and other pertinent employment information. This process typically takes 20 minutes or less. Should we find that you meet the minimum requirement of the position, a member of our recruiting team will be in touch to start the interview process. ABOUT OUR COMPANY: Cass Information Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of integrated information and payment management solutions. Cass enables enterprises to achieve visibility, control and efficiency in their supply chains, communications networks, facilities, and other operations. Disbursing over $80 billion annually on behalf of clients, and with total assets in excess of $2.4 billion, Cass is uniquely supported by Cass Commercial Bank. Cass is part of the Russell 2000. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employee