Solutions Architect
Direct-Hire (On-Site)
Position Overview:
The Solutions Architect will be responsible for designing and leading the implementation of robust technical solutions that support business goals. This role requires collaboration with various teams to understand business objectives, converting them into detailed architectural frameworks, and ensuring the delivery of scalable, reliable systems. The Solutions Architect must be knowledgeable about the latest technological advancements, offering strategic insights and promoting innovation across the organization.
Core Responsibilities:
- Spearhead the development of comprehensive solutions that meet business needs and align with enterprise architectural standards.
- Ensure that proposed solutions are scalable, secure, and dependable.
- Assess new and emerging technologies to pinpoint innovative opportunities.
- Advise on technical solutions and architectures based on both business requirements and technical specifications.
- Partner with key stakeholders—business analysts, developers, project managers, and clients—to gather requirements and design systems accordingly.
- Work closely with development teams to guarantee the smooth execution of proposed solutions.
- Develop and maintain detailed architectural documentation, including system diagrams, data flow maps, and integration schemes.
- Ensure all technical documentation reflects the organization’s business goals.
- Identify architectural risks and propose effective mitigation strategies.
- Ensure adherence to security policies and industry compliance standards.
- Offer guidance throughout the development lifecycle to maintain alignment with the architectural design.
- Review and validate technical solutions provided by development teams.
- Analyze existing systems to recommend performance optimizations, cost efficiencies, and process improvements.
- Stay updated on industry advancements and integrate relevant trends into architectural strategies.
Required Skills & Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a similar field.
- Certifications such as TOGAF or AWS Certified Solutions Architect are mandatory.
- A minimum of 5 years in the IT sector, including at least 5 years in a solutions architecture capacity.
- Demonstrated experience in the design and implementation of intricate enterprise-level systems.
- Expertise with cloud services, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Strong familiarity with microservices architecture, APIs, and system integration approaches.
- Proficient in software development frameworks and languages, such as Java, Python, and .NET, along with DevOps practices.
- Knowledge of data architecture, database management (SQL, NoSQL), and data integration methods.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Exceptional communication and presentation abilities, capable of simplifying technical information for non-technical stakeholders.
- Leadership skills with an emphasis on team collaboration and mentoring.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications in cloud technologies like AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Experience with Agile development and DevOps processes.
- Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks, such as TOGAF or Zachman.
If you meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply, and we'll schedule an interview with you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other protected status under the law.
EverStaff is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V/SO/GI)