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7128 - Senior IT Developer / Solutions Architect (Azure, Oracle, ColdFusion) Local to the SF Bay Area to be consideredPosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Senior IT Developer / Solutions Architect to provide design, development, and support for enterprise-scale applications. The role involves collaborating with business stakeholders, delivering system enhancements, ensuring secure integrations, and supporting daily operations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in full-cycle application development, modern cloud platforms, and database optimization, with the ability to bridge business and technical needs.This is a remote position, with preference for candidates located in California.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with business stakeholders to analyze requirements, document solutions, and recommend system improvements.Design, develop, test, and deploy enterprise application enhancements.Architect, install, and upgrade ColdFusion/Lucee server platforms to ensure high performance and reliability.Design, optimize, and support Oracle 19c databases, including writing efficient SQL and implementing performance-tuning best practices.Automate and administer Linux environments with shell scripting and configuration management.Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.Design and deploy secure, scalable cloud architectures on Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, serverless).Configure and manage Azure Active Directory and identity solutions for centralized authentication.Integrate secure payment gateways, incorporating encryption, tokenization, and PCI DSS compliance.Provide production support, troubleshoot incidents, and resolve user issues in a timely manner.Prepare technical documentation, deployment plans, and design artifacts.Deliver monthly status reports and ensure compliance with project requirements.Required QualificationsMinimum 10 years of hands-on experience in software design, development, and architecture.Proven experience collaborating with SMEs and translating technical strategies into clear business terms.Strong expertise with ColdFusion/Lucee development and server administration.Proficiency in Oracle 19c database design, development, and optimization.Experience with Linux administration and automation.Demonstrated ability to design and support secure payment integrations with industry compliance.Expertise in cloud development with Microsoft Azure, including architecture and deployment.Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.Experience producing technical specifications, system documentation, and architectural diagrams.Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, VPNs, VLANs, SDN).Desired SkillsExperience with Lucee and Adobe ColdFusion CFML (custom tags, APIs, performance tuning).Ability to serve as both Business Systems Analyst and Developer when needed.Proficiency with relational and cloud databases (SQL Server, MySQL, MariaDB, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB).Hands-on experience with Java (Spring/Hibernate), JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5/CSS3, XML/XSD, JSON, REST APIs.Prior experience supporting government, courts, or public-sector projects.Experience enhancing reporting, logging, and scheduling processes.Knowledge of application modernization strategies including refactoring, containerization, and cloud-native adoption.Additional InformationStart Date: November 1, 2025Initial Term: 12 months, with up to two option years

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