Application Architect
Location: Larkin Bldg @ Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
Work Type: Full-Time
About the Role
The Application Architect is an expert in two or more applications and the integration points of multiple applications. Determines criticality of issues and necessity to escalate as a business-impacting event. Oversees and/or assists with initial setup, upgrades, configuration, and installation of hardware or software for complex projects. Independently designs and develops complex documentation for a large product area. Known as an SME for technology tools, products, and/or processes. Develops and maintains an online knowledge base and/or document library for applications. Uses existing systems and modifies features for off-the-shelf systems. Responsible for report writing.
Works on assignments that are moderately complex where judgment is required. Provides guidance, training, and mentorship for junior staff. Acts as an informal team leader as needed. Demonstrates thorough knowledge and utilization of Process Improvement and Change Management. Continues to maintain and grow expert knowledge of software, integration, end-user workflow, and industry trends. Performs effectively in a team environment and establishes positive relationships with vendors, peers, and customers.
Responsibilities
- Expertise in two or more applications and their integration points
- Determine issue criticality and escalate business-impacting events
- Oversee or assist with setup, upgrades, configuration, and installation of hardware/software for complex projects
- Design and develop complex documentation for large product areas
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for technology tools, products, and processes
- Maintain an online knowledge base and document library for applications
- Modify features of off-the-shelf systems
- Write and manage reports
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior staff
- Lead process improvement and change management initiatives
- Stay updated on software, integration, workflow, and industry trends
- Collaborate effectively with vendors, peers, and customers
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Healthcare Administration, or a related healthcare field
- IT-specific certification
- Two or more application certifications (or equivalent expert knowledge of two or more primary applications)
- 5 years of experience in Healthcare Information Systems
Schedule
- Standard hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Bi-weekly hours: 75.00
- Weekend/holiday requirement: No
- On-call required: Yes (no rotation)
- Work arrangement: Hybrid
Pay
Salary Range: $109,414.50 – $150,442.50 (bi-weekly pay frequency). Wage determined based on candidate’s experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Benefits
Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated. The organization’s mission is to advance community health through diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, addressing racism and health inequities as mission-critical priorities.