Solution Architect

About the Role: We are seeking an accomplished Solution Architect to join our technology team and lead the design of scalable, secure, and business-focused technology solutions. This is a high-impact role for a technology professional who can translate complex business requirements into practical technical architectures and work collaboratively with engineering, infrastructure, security, data, and business teams. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote flexibility with regular in-person collaboration, stakeholder meetings, architecture reviews, and project engagements. The initial engagement is a 12-month renewable contract, with renewal opportunities based on performance, business needs, and project requirements. What You'll Do1- Design end-to-end technology solutions aligned with business objectives, technical standards, security requirements, and scalability needs.2- Translate business and functional requirements into clear technical architectures and solution designs.3- Evaluate applications, platforms, infrastructure, integrations, APIs, databases, and technology services.4- Develop architecture diagrams, technical specifications, solution roadmaps, and implementation plans.5- Partner with software engineering, cloud, cybersecurity, infrastructure, data, and project teams throughout the solution lifecycle.6- Assess existing technology environments and identify opportunities for modernization, optimization, automation, and cost reduction.7- Evaluate emerging technologies and make recommendations based on business value, feasibility, security, and long-term sustainability.8- Identify technical risks, dependencies, integration challenges, and potential architectural constraints.9- Participate in architecture reviews, technical governance, vendor evaluations, and technology selection processes.10- Ensure proposed solutions meet enterprise security, reliability, performance, compliance, and scalability expectations.11- Provide technical leadership while remaining engaged throughout implementation and delivery.12- Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What We're Looking For: 1- 5+ years of experience in solution architecture, systems architecture, software engineering, infrastructure, cloud technology, or a closely related discipline.2- Demonstrated experience designing and implementing complex technology solutions.3- Strong understanding of enterprise applications, integrations, APIs, databases, networking, infrastructure, and modern software architectures.4- Experience with cloud environments such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.5- Strong understanding of cybersecurity, identity and access management, data protection, and enterprise technology risk.6- Experience creating architecture diagrams, technical documentation, roadmaps, and solution specifications.7- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.8- Ability to balance business priorities with technical requirements and long-term architecture strategy.9- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:1- Enterprise architecture2- Cloud migration and modernization3- Microservices and distributed systems4- API and systems integration5- DevOps and CI/CD6- Data architecture7- Cybersecurity architecture8- Infrastructure modernization9- AI/automation technologies10 Enterprise SaaS platforms11- Architecture frameworks and technology governance Compensation & Contract Benefits1- Annualized Compensation: $175,000-$225,0002- Contract: 12-month renewable contract, based on performance and business requirements3- Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with regular onsite collaboration

Additional Benefits: 1- Competitive sign-on bonus2- Monthly technology/internet and phone stipend3- Paid onboarding and transition support4- Professional development opportunities5- Exposure to enterprise-level technology initiatives6- Potential for contract renewal and expanded responsibilities based on performance

Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to take on a high-visibility architecture position without being limited to a narrow technology specialty. You will influence technology decisions, collaborate across multiple functions, and help shape solutions that support critical business operations. The ideal candidate is a strategic technology thinker who can also execute-someone comfortable moving between business requirements, technical architecture, implementation teams, and executive stakeholders. If you are ready to bring architecture leadership, technical depth, and business perspective to a high-impact environment, we encourage you to apply.