IT Architect I Posting Begin Date: 2025/08/01 Posting End Date: 2025/08/18 Category: IT And Computers Sub Category: Transportation Work Type: Full Time Location: Boise, ID, United States Minimum Salary: 36.16 Maximum Salary: 38.42 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Description State of Idaho Idaho Transportation Department NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position. Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work. ITD is currently seeking a motivated individual to fill anIT Architect Iposition in ourHeadquarters located in Boise, Idaho. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing technological solutions by leveraging a mix of documented standards, emerging technologies, and agency-wide resources. Note: This position requires a background investigation before a final job offer is made. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES + Design and implement data architecture solutions that support business intelligence, analytics, and operational systems across the organization. + Ensure data governance and security by implementing standards, policies, and best practices for data management and compliance. + Monitor and troubleshoot data systems to proactively identify and resolve performance or data integrity issues. + Evaluate and select database technologies and tools to support evolving business requirements and scalability. + Design scalable, efficient, and secure technology solutions using both current and emerging technologies. + Review, evaluate, and audit IT data solutions to ensure compliance with architectural and operational standards. + Develop and maintain data models (conceptual, logical, and physical) to ensure data consistency, quality, and accessibility. + Optimize data pipelines and integration processes to ensure high performance, reliability, and efficiency across data systems. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, system admins, and stakeholders, to implement effective IT strategies. + Document data architecture standards and procedures to ensure clear communication and consistency across teams. + Assist in the selection and integration of tools and platforms that align with agency goals. + Provide technical guidance and mentorship to project teams and junior staff as needed. + Stay current with technology trends and propose innovative solutions to improve data performance and reliability. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Some knowledge of: + Current trends in information technology + Computer hardware and software capabilities and limitations. Experience: + Technical infrastructure, implementing, trouble shooting, integrating network servers, database, system administration, and core technologies. To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: [email protected] or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas. The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/ . EEO/ADA/Veteran The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected] . Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.