Organization: MassHousing

Location: One Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108

Posting Closes: Close of Business on April 10, 2024

Website: www.masshousing.com

MassHousing is seeking a talented Software Architect to join a small, dedicated team making a big impact on the technology challenges facing the agency and the housing challenges facing the Commonwealth. If you are passionate about software development and want to work for an organization that is committed to making a difference in people’s lives, then we want to hear from you!

MassHousing recently affirmed its longstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion in its 5-year Strategic Goals.

The Organization

MassHousing will confront the housing challenges facing the Commonwealth to improve the lives of its people. A bold mission for an innovative agency. Since its inception in 1966, MassHousing has provided more than $30 billion for more than 125,000 apartments and more than 105,000 home mortgage loans. Beyond lending, we also work to promote economic growth and empowerment for families, individuals, and businesses; help communities increase their housing stock; provide hope and homes for vulnerable populations, and look for new, cost-effective ways to provide equitable housing opportunities. We have a relentless determination to confront the Commonwealth's housing challenges and improve lives.

We know that we cannot meet our mission without a workforce that is committed to standing with us in our efforts. We achieve this by making investments in staff development and prioritizing individuals who align with our values including an unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

As an employee of MassHousing you are offered a great career opportunity which is more than a paycheck. MassHousing’ s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including but not limited to:

• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per calendar year
• A 35-hour work week and a hybrid work schedule
• Back up Child/Elder Care
• Retirement Savings including a pension and a deferred compensation plan (with a match)
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
• 12 paid Holidays per year and generous sick, vacation, and personal time
• Short-Term Disability
• Central Boston office location, convenient to public transportation and amenities on site

If you're ready to join our dynamic team of mission driven professionals, this might be the job for you! Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a resume to MassHousing by logging in to https://prd01-hcm01.prd.mykronos.com/ta/6003873.careers?CareersSearch

Position Summary

The Software Architect is responsible for designing and implementing complex applications and systems integrations, solving challenging technical problems, managing software developers, and maintaining highly secure, performant, and reliable software systems.

The Software Architect makes high-level design decisions for individual systems and sets technical standards across the Systems Development department to deliver consistent quality across software projects. They design and develop software systems to meet both business and technical requirements. They are knowledgeable about current and emerging technologies, and they ensure agency systems keep pace with development of technologies, standards, and best practices.

The Software Architect is an expert technical resource for information about agency software systems, data management, application architecture, and security. In coordination with the development team, they produce and maintain documentation for applications, standards, and procedures. They diagnose and resolve issues with code, data, configuration, and infrastructure to support highly available production systems.

As a member of the IT management team, the Software Architect contributes actively by demonstrating passion for leadership, a willingness to manage day-to-day activities, plan and prioritize multiple projects, develop staff members, nurture innovation and encourage continuous improvement.

The Software Architect is a problem solver, leader, and hands-on developer.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Manager of Systems Development to set technical direction for the department.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, solutions, and products to meet agency and IT objectives.
• Provide technical direction and leadership to development teams on multiple projects.
• Manage staff, including project oversight, workload management, staff development, and annual performance reviews.
• Design and implement complex software systems to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure systems are secure, reliable, and maintainable.
• Shepherd system changes from conception to production.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
• Develop and maintain standards, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in software development.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Experience architecting and implementing mission-critical systems with .NET and SQL Server.
• Proven ability to design and build web applications and systems integrations in Azure Cloud PaaS.
• Excellent programming skills, including C#, SQL, JavaScript, and PowerShell.
• Strong experience with ASP.NET MVC and Web Forms. Knowledge of Blazor a plus.
• Experience with one or more JavaScript frameworks such as Angular, React, or Vue.
• Experience with Azure DevOps for scrum, version control, CI, and CD.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor development teams.
• Prior management experience of software development teams.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure with multiple deadlines and changing priorities.
• Must be ambitious, curious, well organized, and comfortable with a long "to do" list.
• Experience with Power Platform a plus.
• Familiarity with affordable housing, mortgage lending, and/or real estate a plus.

Minimum Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience required.
• 4+ years of experience in software development.
• 2+ years of experience in Software Architecture.

Salary Range: $114,710 to $149,123

All positions at MassHousing require a customer service mindset, in accordance with our values: Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, Accountability and Service. Inherent in these values is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.

MassHousing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Why Work at MassHousing?