AWS Solutions Architect

BC Forward; New York (NY); On-site; USD 123,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to join our team in New York. The role focuses on defining and governing end-to-end architectural standards and delivering scalable solutions across business lines.

You will own architecture strategy, design reference architectures, and partner with engineering and product teams to ensure secure, resilient, and high-performing systems. This contract involves travel for 5 months and a competitive pay range.

Qualifications

• Expertise across application, data, integration, and infrastructure domains.
• Familiarity with TOGAF or similar architecture frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and communication abilities.
• Experience leading architecture for multiple systems within a business line.

Responsibilities

• Own architecture strategy and roadmaps across the line of business.
• Design end-to-end solutions and reference architectures for cross-functional platforms.
• Establish and enforce architecture principles, patterns, and governance.
• Partner with engineering and product teams to deliver secure, resilient, and performant systems.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

TOGAF

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Solutions Architect

Location: 450 W 33Rd St

Duration: Travel - 5 months

Pay Range: $89.09/hr $94.84/hr (W2)

Job ID: 367006

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced solutions architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in architecture and design across all systems of the line of business and a proven ability to define and govern end-to-end architectural standards and deliver scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Own architecture strategy and roadmaps across the line of business.
• Design end-to-end solutions and reference architectures for cross-functional platforms.
• Establish and enforce architecture principles, patterns, and governance.
• Partner with engineering and product teams to deliver secure, resilient, and performant systems.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Expertise in enterprise architecture across application, data, integration, and infrastructure domains.
• Proficiency with architecture methodologies and frameworks such as TOGAF or similar.
• Strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and communication abilities.
• Experience leading architecture for multiple systems within a line of business.

Preferred Skills

• Background with cloud platforms and modern integration patterns.
• Experience working in Agile settings with CI/CD practices.

Why BCforward?

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Requirements AWS, Solutions Architecture