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Information Systems Architects

🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, Utah 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $80K - $130K 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ October 7th, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary

University of Utah is hiring an Information Systems Architects to build and run the cloud data infrastructure for the University Analytics and Institutional Reporting (UAIR) office. The role designs, deploys, and secures AWS services that support UAIR operations. It also works with the data management team and University Information Technology (UIT) on ETL services, networking, and access controls.

Highlights
  • Design, build, test, and deploy AWS cloud architecture as the cloud architect subject-matter expert for UAIR.
  • Configure and manage the UAIR VPC and other AWS networking configurations.
  • Deploy AWS ETL services such as Glue, Airflow, Step Functions, and Lambda with the data management team.
  • Manage infrastructure for an on-premises Tableau Server that connects to AWS data.
  • Set up AWS IAM roles and policies with UIT to keep the platform secure.
  • Enable and support UAIR operations in AWS SageMaker Unified Studio.
  • Ensure redundancy and backup for all services.
  • Require a bachelor's degree plus 4 years or a master's degree plus 2 years of related experience at the entry hiring level, with more years at higher levels.
  • Prefer an AWS Certified Solutions Architect credential and a record of migrating large on-premises relational databases to AWS.
  • Offer a pay range of $80,000 to $130,000 across the P2 to P5 job levels.

Information Systems Architects Full Description

Information Systems Architects
Announcement
 Details 
Open Date  | 10/05/2026
Requisition Number  | PRN46405B
Job Title  | Information Systems Architects
Working Title  | Information Systems Architects
Career Progression Track  | P00
Track Level  | P5 - Expert, P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing
FLSA Code  | Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code?  | No
Standard Hours per Week  | 40
Full Time or Part Time?  | Full Time
Shift  | Day
Work Schedule Summary  | 8am-5pm MT Monday – Friday
VP Area  | Academic Affairs
Department  | 00822 - University Analytics & Institutional Reporting
Location  | Campus
City  | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment  | External Posting
Pay Rate Range  | 80000-130000
Close Date  | 01/05/2027
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)  |
Job Summary  | Information Systems ArchitectsDesign, implement, and maintain the organization’s information systems and IT infrastructure. Provide an architectural framework for information system development, maintenance, and enhancement efforts. Understand user and process requirements and ensure those requirements can be achieved through high quality deliverables. Work closely with developers and engineers to develop road maps for applications, align development plans, and to ensure effective integration among information systems and the IT infrastructure. Monitor technological advancements to ensure that solutions are continuously improved, supported, and aligned with industry and company standards as well as emerging business requirements. Understand the interactions between systems, applications, and services within the environment, and evaluate the impact of changes or additions. Analyze systems and perform usability testing to ensure performance and reliability, enhance scalability, and meet security requirements.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.
Responsibilities  | • Design, build, test and deploy cloud architecture in AWS to support UAIR operations.
• Serve as the cloud architect subject-matter expert for UAIR.
• Configure and manage UAIR VPC and other networking configurations in AWS.
• Work closely with the data management team ETL to deploy AWS ETL services such as Glue, AirFlow, Step functions, Lamda etc.
• Manage infrastructure for an on-premises Tableau Server – connecting to AWS data.
• Work closely with UIT to establish and maintain a secure platform. Configure and deploy AWS IAM roles and polices to enable secure access.
• Enable and support UAIR operations in AWS SageMaker Unified Studio.
• Ensure redundancy and backup for all services.
• Use prior knowledge and creativity to troubleshoot and solve technical issues as they arise.
• Keep up to date with developments on current cloud computing solutions and processes.

Other duties as assigned




Minimum Qualifications  | EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Information Systems Architect, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Information Systems Architect, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Information Systems Architect, IV: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.
Information Systems Architect, V: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences  | AWS Certified Solutions Architect Proven track record of successfully migrating large-scale, on-premise relational databases to AWSExperience and acumen to move complex data transformation projects forward under minimal supervision. Experience in a higher education setting Experience with PeopleSoft data, Tableau, Lucid Chart, and/or similar ERP systems, visualization and diagramming tools. A Master’s degree in MIS or related field
Type  | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary  |
Additional Information  | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.


This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.


The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.


Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.


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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * What is your highest level of completed education? 
    • None
    • High School Diploma or Equivalent
    • Associate Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • Doctorate Degree
  2. * How many years of related work experience do you have? 
    • Less than 6 years
    • 6 years or more, but less than 9 years
    • 9 years or more, but less than 12 years
    • 12 years or more, but less than 15 years
    • 15 years or more
  3.  Indicate your level of knowledge/expertise in Advanced SQL, ETL, data analysis, and data modeling: 
    • None
    • Minimal
    • Moderate
    • Extensive
  4.  How many years of direct work experience in an AWS cloud environment do you have? 
    (Open Ended Question)
  5.  Do you live in, or are you willing to relocate to Utah prior to start? 
    (Open Ended Question)
  6.  Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? 
    • Yes
    • No
  7.  Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)? 
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
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