Solution Architect

Charter Dura-Bar, Inc.; Mequon (WI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer matching and plan

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Charter Manufacturing is seeking a Solution Architect to bridge business strategy and technology, shaping our enterprise technology landscape. You will partner with business leaders and tech teams to design scalable, secure solutions using cloud, AI, APIs, analytics, and ERP systems.

The ideal candidate translates business challenges into technology, driving architectural best practices and strategic initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Business or related field.
• 5+ years in IT, solution architecture, or enterprise apps.
• Experience with Oracle EBS or comparable ERP platforms.
• Strong communication for technical and executive audiences.
• Leadership of cross-functional initiatives and architecture programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and architecture of complex enterprise solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Influence enterprise architecture decisions and establish standards.
• Drive innovation with emerging technologies and AI integrations.
• Facilitate architecture reviews and technology roadmaps.
• Mentor teams on architecture principles and best practices.
• Ensure security, performance, and governance alignment.
• Collaborate with infra, dev, and ops to deliver initiatives.
• Champion process improvement and cost reduction.
• Stay abreast of industry trends in cloud, AI, and data platforms.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Cross-functional leadership

System integrations

APIs and data exchange

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Oracle EBS

Microsoft Azure

Kubernetes

Docker

OpenAI / AI-enabled solutions

Snowflake

Palantir

Job description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Solution Architect

Position Summary

Are you passionate about bridging business strategy and technology innovation? We are seeking a highly motivated Solution Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our enterprise technology landscape.

In this role, you will partner with business leaders, developers, and technology teams to design scalable, secure, and innovative solutions that drive business growth and operational excellence. You'll have the opportunity to influence enterprise architecture strategy, lead complex digital transformation initiatives, and leverage modern technologies including cloud platforms, AI, APIs, advanced analytics, and ERP systems.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who can translate business challenges into technology solutions while driving architectural best practices across the organization.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and architecture of complex enterprise solutions that align with business objectives and long-term technology strategy.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organization to understand business processes and translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Influence enterprise architecture decisions and establish best practices, standards, and reference architectures.
• Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and identifying opportunities to create measurable business value.
• Facilitate architecture reviews, design workshops, and technology roadmaps with business and technical teams.
• Mentor development and technology teams on modern architecture principles, integration strategies, and engineering best practices.
• Ensure solutions are aligned with security, performance, scalability, and governance standards.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, development, and operations teams to successfully deliver strategic technology initiatives.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts that streamline business processes, increase efficiency, and reduce operational costs.
• Stay current on industry trends, cloud technologies, enterprise applications, AI, data platforms, and digital transformation strategies.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Information Technology, Solution Architecture, Enterprise Applications, or related roles.
• Broad technical expertise across multiple technology domains, including: Enterprise Applications / ERPSoftware DevelopmentCloud InfrastructureSystems IntegrationSecurity & OperationsData & Analytics Platforms
• Experience working with enterprise technology vendors and software providers.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to both technical and executive audiences.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and delivering complex technology solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with Oracle EBS or comparable ERP platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a technology, engineering, or business-related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in solution architecture, enterprise applications, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Oracle E-Business Suite certifications or equivalent ERP expertise.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of system integrations, APIs, and enterprise data exchange patterns.
• Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies and Agile delivery practices.
• Experience leading technology projects and architecture initiatives.
• Exposure to modern technologies including: Microsoft AzureAzure API Management (APIM)Kubernetes & DockerOpenAI and AI-enabled solutionsSnowflakeSQLOracle EBS / ASCPPalantirEnterprise API ecosystems

Why Join Us?

• Influence enterprise-wide technology strategy and architecture decisions.
• Work on high-impact initiatives that directly support business growth and transformation.
• Collaborate with executive leaders and cross-functional teams across the organization.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies including AI, cloud platforms, advanced analytics, and enterprise integrations.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact by modernizing systems, improving business processes, and shaping the future technology landscape.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic architect who enjoys solving complex business challenges, driving innovation, and building technology solutions that deliver meaningful business outcomes.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).