Solution Architect

The Value Maximizer; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm seeks a Solution Architect to shape the future of technology by designing scalable and compliant solutions. This role requires 5+ years in solution architecture, specifically in financial services, with an emphasis on Java, AWS, and Azure environments. Responsibilities include leading solution design, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring development teams. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential. Join this dynamic team to drive innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a solution architecture or lead engineering role in a regulated industry.
• Proven experience in delivering large-scale IT projects with hands-on experience in Java-based systems.
• Demonstrated experience in public cloud environments (AWS or Azure).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of end-to-end enterprise solutions.
• Select technology stack leveraging expertise in Java and cloud platforms.
• Drive cloud transformation initiatives including migrating applications to the cloud.
• Ensure all solutions comply with regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams.

Skills

Proficiency in Java and Java frameworks (Spring, Spring Boot)

Strong DB Design (RDBMS, NoSQL)

Strong knowledge of microservices, event-driven architecture

Experience with cloud services and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Tools

AWS

Azure

Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Solution Architect

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas, TX

Employment Type: Full-time

As a Solution Architect, you will be an integral part of shaping the future of technology. This role requires deep technical expertise to translate complex business requirements into scalable, secure, and compliant technical solutions. You will serve as a bridge between business stakeholders and development teams, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, resilient systems that drive significant business impact.

Responsibilities

• Solution Design & Architecture: Lead the design and development of end-to-end enterprise solutions, including high-level and low-level design documents and architecture diagrams
• Technology & Platform Selection: Select the appropriate technology stack, leveraging expertise in Java, Spring Boot, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS and Azure) to build robust, scalable, and cost-efficient applications
• Cloud Migration & Integration: Drive cloud transformation initiatives, including migrating on-premises applications to the cloud and integrating complex systems
• Security & Compliance: Ensure all solutions comply with the regulatory requirements (e.g., data privacy, security standards) and implement robust security measures, including identity and access management, encryption, and network security
• Technical Leadership & Collaboration: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, conducting code and architecture reviews to ensure alignment with architectural principles and best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts and project managers, to align technical solutions with business goals
• Innovation & Problem Solving: Evaluate new and emerging technologies, conducting proofs-of-concept (PoCs) to validate assumptions and drive continuous improvement in products, processes, and tools.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience:
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a solution architecture or a lead engineering role within financial services or a related regulated industry
• Proven experience in designing and delivering large-scale IT projects with hands-on experience in Java-based systems
• Demonstrated experience running production applications in public cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure)
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Java and Java frameworks (Spring, Spring Boot)
• Strong DB Design (RDBMS, NoSQL) abilities
• Strong knowledge of microservices, event-driven architecture (e.g., Kafka), and RESTful API design
• Experience with cloud services (compute, networking, databases, security) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• A proactive, self-motivated mindset with the ability to work through ambiguous requirements in an agile environment.

Preferred Certifications

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert