Application Architect

Direct client - Application Architect, Columbus, OH - Remote

Admin Details:

Remote Position - candidate preferably in Ohio, or within Eastern Standard Time zone

Work Hours: 7a - 4p EST

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Application Architect with deep expertise in Informatica data integration and a strong foundation in Accounting and Finance domains. You will lead the design, development, and governance of enterprise data flows connecting our financial source systems, data warehouses, and reporting platforms. Your work ensures financial data integrity, and scalable architecture

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Strategy: Define the end-to-end application and data integration architecture for finance and accounting systems, aligning technical solutions with enterprise financial goals.

Informatica Leadership: Design, build, and optimize robust ETL/ELT pipelines, data integration strategies, and metadata management solutions using Informatica PowerCenter / Intelligent Cloud Services (IICS).

Data Governance & Security: Enforce rigorous data quality and check to ensure financial data accuracy and audit compliance.

Technical Governance: Establish coding standards, design patterns, and framework documentation for integration and delivery teams.

Collaboration & Mentorship: Guide cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and act as the technical liaison between finance stakeholders and IT delivery groups.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 8+ years in Information Technology, with at least 4+ years specializing in enterprise application or solution architecture.

Informatica Expertise: Proven track record designing large-scale data warehousing and ETL solutions using Informatica suite (IICS, PowerCenter, Data Quality).

Domain Knowledge: Solid working knowledge of core financial and accounting concepts

Integration Skills: Experience integrating financial ERPs with data lakes, enterprise data warehouses, and reporting tools.

Communication: Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills to bridge complex technical concepts with business finance teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Certifications in Informatica or Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).