Systems Architect, Adv Tech Sy

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range $92,000 - $95,000

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

FLSA Status Exempt

Standard University business hours

8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)

8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type Full-time

Unionized Position Code Not Applicable

This position administers the integration of AEA’s technical systems design, structures and interaction mapping of divisional software, hardware and infrastructure to support divisional and University goals. The role provides direction, solutions, integration and engineering of systems in concert with University’s OneIT initiative. This includes on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure solutions. She/ he develops information systems using industry best practices and following all applicable standards, especially in the areas of security and integration.

The role leads, manages, and trains others during large-scale project implementations. Provides leadership and guidance to AEA’s developers. Possesses in-depth knowledge of operating systems, cloud computing technologies, enterprise storage backup technologies, programming/scripting languages, enterprise hardware, and time series databases. They must also be adept at problem‑solving and demonstrate the use of good judgment in situations requiring independent initiative and tact. She/ He manages, leaders, trains and evaluates two employees.

Position requires flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work to address critical system issues or complete system maintenance during low-usage periods.

The Division of Advancement & External Affairs expresses a shared mission that is collaborative, trusted, respectful, future-focused and is aligned with the overall University. All current and new employees embrace and demonstrate dedication to promoting shared values in an inclusive work culture to propel the future of advancement operations in their everyday work.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in database design, development, and architecture.
• 10+ years or more of experience as a developer in higher education preferred.
• Expert-level proficiency in relational database management systems ( RDBMS ) such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, or Postgre
  
  SQL and/or deep experience in other comparable.
• Strong expertise in data modeling (conceptual, logical, physical), normalization, and denormalization techniques.
• Proficiency in SQL and advanced query optimization. Experience in SQL programming is preferred.
• Position requires flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work to address critical system issues or complete system maintenance during low-usage periods. On-call availability is expected for emergency system support.
• Valid Driver’s license is required.

• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing complex database solutions in an enterprise environment.
• Experience with large-scale data migration and modernization initiatives is highly desirable.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex…