Job Description

Fast Enterprises is a provider of essential software and services for citizens and government. In 1998, we changed the way government revenue agencies support their business with the introduction of GenTax®. We have expanded beyond Tax and now also perform implementations for Motor Vehicle, Driver License, Unemployment Insurance, and Child Support Engagement agencies.

Your FAST career has a meaningful and lasting social impact. FAST offers a collaborative in-office problem-solving environment.

Qualified candidates will join our location in Kingston, Jamaica and work fully in-office All candidates should be flexible in regard to work location and comfortable working on site with clients.

Responsibilities

As a Project Architect, you will be responsible for the overall technical implementation and architecture of FAST software solutions. You will play a key role in guiding development teams, ensuring high-quality delivery, and maintaining alignment with FAST’s implementation methodology and core product design.

You will operate as a senior technical leader and individual contributor, partnering closely with project managers, functional teams, and client stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.

System Implementation

• Lead end-to-end system implementation, including requirements gathering, configuration, customization, testing, user acceptance, and production support.

• Drive software architecture and technical design for multi-tier integrated systems, ensuring scalable and high-quality solutions.

• Manage project deliverables across teams, maintaining alignment with timelines, goals, and overall system integrity.

• Own the project codebase, including oversight of enhancements, hot fixes, service packs, and system upgrades.

• Minimize unnecessary customizations and identify opportunities for broader product improvements.

Delivery Standards and Governance

• Establish and enforce development, configuration, and documentation standards across the project.

• Govern delivery tools, processes, and requirement traceability to ensure consistency and accountability.

• Ensure adherence to FAST methodology, best practices, and quality standards.

• Act as the escalation point for complex technical, design, and scope-related decisions.

• Review code and resolve technical issues to maintain quality, performance, and compliance.

Cross-Team Leadership & Communication

• Collaborate with technical, functional, and client stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet business and system requirements.

• Lead cross-team alignment, proactively resolving dependencies and ensuring clear communication of decisions and impacts.

• Provide technical leadership to development teams to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery.

• Communicate project status, risks, and progress to internal and client stakeholders.

Release Planning & Readiness

• Lead release planning, including scheduling, scope management, and system readiness.

• Oversee testing efforts, including performance and regression testing, to ensure system stability.

• Coordinate cutover, rollout, and production support readiness, including processes, security, and support models.

Team Mentorship

• Serve as the FAST subject matter expert, guiding teams on architecture, product capabilities, and implementation practices.

• Mentor and support team member growth through coaching, design guidance, and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with FAST proprietary software.

• Experience on FAST upgrade projects is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong experience with .NET technologies (VB.NET and/or C#).

• Advanced experience working with SQL and relational database systems (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL).

• Proven experience leading technical implementations and guiding development teams in complex, client-facing environments.

• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and iterative project methodologies.

• Experience with large-scale, multi-tier system implementations.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex technical challenges.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams.

• Willingness to work on-site and flexibility to travel or relocate based on project needs.

FAST Benefits

• Throughout your career, you will be rewarded through our merit-based pay structure, 401(k) matching program, and performance based bonuses.
• Our exceptional benefits package includes coverage for FASTies and their families. Health, dental, and vision insurance are 100% employer-paid, providing the peace of mind of top coverage without financial burden.
• Sabbatical program, known as the FAST Pause. This program provides you with a month of paid leave to pursue your passions and recharge in any way you would like.
• We provide paid parental leave.
• We provide paid holidays, as well as vacation and sick time.
• Bonus time compensation values your work and efforts.
• Our gift matching program matches annual volunteer hours or monetary donations.
• Team-building activities are offered throughout the year.
• Work where you live; live where you work! Relocation provides the opportunity to explore new communities and cultures. You are not moving on your own—the FAST Relocation team coordinates and assists you through each stage of your move.
• Make a difference by driving meaningful and positive change in government agencies.

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FAST is an equal opportunity employer.

Voluntary Self-Identification Information is requested for U.S. applicants during the application process.

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location of the applicant.

Fast Enterprises is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Fast Enterprises will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact FastCareers@fastenterprises.com.

We will accept ongoing applications for this role.