ALM Architect

Position Title: ALM Architect

SAFTech Software Solutions is hiring for a client engagement. This is a client-facing position where the selected candidate will work as part of the client's project team.

Rate card: $55 to $60 per hour

Duration: 6 months

Open for C2H role

Location: Remote / Hybrid (Support for California Public Sector Engagement)

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced ALM Architect to lead the design and implementation of a scalable Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) framework for enterprise Microsoft Power Platform applications. The role will focus on defining branching strategies, CI/CD standards, environment management, release governance, and shared component controls using Azure DevOps and Power Platform best practices.

The architect will work closely with business stakeholders, development teams, and DevOps engineers to establish a standardized and scalable ALM operating model supporting multiple parallel workstreams and enterprise application delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Assess current-state ALM processes, repositories, pipelines, and environments

Define target-state ALM architecture and operating model

Design branching, integration, and release management strategies

Establish governance and ownership models for shared components

Define CI/CD standards and reusable deployment patterns using Azure DevOps

Guide environment strategy and release flow across Dev, QA, UAT, and Production

Support implementation of automated deployment pipelines and quality gates

Collaborate with stakeholders to align ALM processes with delivery needs

Develop ALM roadmap and recommendations for future scalability

Required Skills & Experience

10+ years of experience in software engineering, DevOps, or solution architecture

Strong experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Dataverse, Power Pages)

Deep expertise in Azure DevOps (Repos, Pipelines, Branching Strategies, YAML)

Experience designing ALM frameworks for enterprise or multi-team environments

Strong understanding of CI/CD, release management, and environment strategy

Experience with managed/unmanaged Power Platform solutions

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in public sector or large enterprise implementations

Experience with governance frameworks and scalable delivery models

Familiarity with Power Platform Center of Excellence (CoE) concepts

Microsoft certifications related to Power Platform, Azure, or DevOps preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

SAFTech Software Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Additional Disclosures

This position is a Contract-to-Hire (C2H) engagement with an initial duration of 6 months, subject to extension or conversion based on client and business needs. Compensation is based on the posted hourly rate card and may vary depending on experience and client requirements. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request during the application and interview process. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this role.