We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to oversee application systems, architecture, data workflows, and system interfaces. This role ensures a secure, scalable, and cost-optimized platform by leveraging microservices architecture, APIs, and cloud-native technologies. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker and hands-on expert, collaborating with stakeholders to design and implement high-performance solutions that align with business goals.
8 month contract with extensions
Remote
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead solution architecture and design for enterprise systems, ensuring synergy between software and hardware.
- Define and document IT roadmaps, analyze existing systems, and recommend improvements.
- Research emerging technologies to enhance security, scalability, and reliability.
- Collaborate with Product Owners, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Security, and PMO teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Own technical debt management, backlog prioritization, and architectural improvements.
- Provide guidance and troubleshooting expertise for critical P1 issues and solution escalations.
- Develop reference architectures and contribute to best practices for implementation teams.
- Conduct build reviews, ensuring design documentation aligns with implemented solutions.
- Actively participate in a community of practice with fellow architects to drive innovation.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field.
- 15+ years of experience in architecture and design.
- 5+ years of experience in software development using Java, Kotlin, or C#.
- 5+ years of experience with microservices architecture, APIs, and API gateways.
- 3+ years of experience as a Team Lead.
- Expertise in application security best practices, multi-threading, concurrency, and database management.
- Experience in designing highly available and scalable systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
- Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Kubernetes.
Desired Skills & Capabilities:
- Deep technical knowledge of cloud-native solutions, security, and scalability.
- Ability to navigate complex systems and work cross-functionally to overcome barriers.
- Strong leadership and supervision skills, with experience in defining methodologies and procedures.
- Problem-solving mindset, capable of evaluating complex situations and driving innovative solutions.
If you’re a seasoned Solution Architect looking for an opportunity to lead transformative cloud and microservices initiatives, apply today!