Application Architect

Genesis10 is currently seeking an Application Systems Monitoring Engineer for a contract position with a Global Financial Institution located in Charlotte, NC, Plano, TX and Pennington, NJ. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity. This is an application systems monitoring role, working with an application development team, infrastructure operations, and engineering team to develop monitoring solutions that will mimic end-user experience and synthetic transactions. The ideal candidate will need to understand how different components in an application work together, including interactions with middleware, system software, and hardware. This role involves benchmarking key performance indicators, documenting use cases, and creating test and implementation plans. Responsibilities: Develop monitoring solutions that mimic end-user experience and synthetic transactions Architect and implement diverse monitoring solutions Benchmark key performance indicators based on how clients use the systems Document use cases Create test and implementation plans Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) or equivalent experience 3+ years of Development or Architecture experience for multi-tiered business applications 2+ years of production systems engineering and/or support role Proven experience with Splunk and Dynatrace implementation, design/build of dashboards and alerting Knowledge of OS (Windows/Unix) based infrastructure services, processing, monitoring, shell scripts, etc Proven experience in application/network performance and availability monitoring An excellent communicator and strategic thinker who can link business context to technical reality A self-motivated, hands-on, driven individual Able to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines Requires Weekend 2nd shift work (AMRS East Coast Hours including Friday & Saturday) Desired skills: Experience with SiteScope, Catchpoint, and AppDynamics is a plus Automation skills to reduce manual activities Proven team player who can work comfortably in a multicultural environment Proven ability to work independently, multi-task and effectively work in a complex environment with a global team structure Detail oriented and organized Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills Ability to work in an ambiguous environment and draw and defend results and conclusions Pay range: $58.31 - $66.31 per hour Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.