R&D Solution Architect

Clario; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health coverage

Paid time off

Remote work Canada

Wellness & development

Job summary

Clario, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, seeks an experienced R&D Solution Architect to shape the technical vision for clinical technology platforms. You will translate complex requirements into scalable, secure designs and guide architectural decisions across R&D, Product Management, and Engineering teams.

Responsibilities include defining end-to-end architectures, evaluating technology options, and ensuring compliance with data protection standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 5 years of experience architecting full-stack software solutions.
• Strong understanding of cloud-based architectures using AWS, Azure, or comparable platforms.
• Knowledge of infrastructure automation, containers, serverless technologies, and cloud service models.
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee end-to-end solution architectures, translating business and product requirements into scalable technical designs aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
• Collaborate with R&D, Product Management, engineering, and business stakeholders to evaluate technology options and guide solutions throughout the development lifecycle.
• Design and document cloud-based, full-stack, and integrated solutions, ensuring security, performance, reliability, maintainability, and compliance with data protection requirements.
• Develop proofs of concept, contribute to technology selection and architectural roadmaps, and evaluate emerging technologies to support innovation.
• Review architectural designs, promote security-by-design principles, mentor engineering colleagues, and communicate technical decisions to stakeholders across the organization.

Job description

At Clario, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, we develop regulated technology that helps unlock better evidence and improve patient outcomes worldwide. Our software platforms support clinical trials, diagnostics, and medical decision‑making in highly controlled regulatory environments.

As an R&D Solution Architect , you will shape the technical vision and architecture of innovative solutions that support our clinical technology platforms. Working closely with R&D, Product Management, engineering teams, and business stakeholders, you will translate complex requirements into secure, scalable, and reliable solutions aligned with our enterprise architecture. From initial concept through implementation, you will guide architectural decisions, influence technology strategy, and help deliver solutions that make a meaningful difference. Join us and help advance the technology behind better clinical evidence.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Flexible remote work arrangements across Canada.
• Employee wellness and professional development programs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Define and oversee end-to-end solution architectures, translating business and product requirements into scalable technical designs aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
• Collaborate with R&D, Product Management, engineering, and business stakeholders to evaluate technology options, balance architectural trade-offs, and guide solutions throughout the development lifecycle.
• Design and document cloud-based, full-stack, and integrated solutions, ensuring security, performance, reliability, maintainability, and compliance with applicable data protection requirements.
• Develop proofs of concept, contribute to technology selection and architectural roadmaps, and evaluate emerging technologies to support innovation and continuous improvement.
• Review architectural designs, promote security-by-design principles, mentor engineering colleagues, and communicate technical decisions to stakeholders across the organization.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 5 years of experience architecting full-stack software solutions, supported by a strong background in software development.
• Proven experience designing cloud-based architectures using AWS, Azure, or comparable platforms, including knowledge of infrastructure automation, containers, serverless technologies, and cloud service models.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles, API integration, data modeling, Domain-Driven Design, and architectural documentation.
• Working knowledge of cloud security, identity and access management, encryption, data protection, and secure software design practices.
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to explain architectural decisions and collaborate with technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, cloud migrations, technology roadmaps, or regulated clinical technology environments is an advantage.
• Ability to work remotely from Canada and meet applicable Canadian employment eligibility requirements.

At Clario, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you’re advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.

Clario is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate 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, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.