Solution Architect

Charter Automotive; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer matching and/or{

Profit sharing

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

PTO

Job summary

Charter Manufacturing seeks a Solution Architect to bridge business strategy and technology, shaping an innovative enterprise landscape. You will design scalable, secure solutions, partnering with leaders, developers, and teams to drive growth and efficiency.

You’ll lead architecture reviews, mentor teams, and ensure alignment with security, governance, and performance standards while exploring AI, cloud, APIs, and ERP integrations to deliver measurable business value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, business, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in IT, solution architecture, or enterprise apps.
• Broad tech expertise across ERP, cloud, integration, security, data.
• Experience with ERP vendors and software providers.
• Strong communicator, able to present to tech and execs.
• Proven track record leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience with Oracle EBS or comparable ERP platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and architecture of complex enterprise solutions.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Establish best practices, standards, and reference architectures.
• Drive innovation and evaluate emerging technologies.
• Facilitate architecture reviews and technology roadmaps.
• Mentor development and technology teams on architecture principles.
• Ensure solutions meet security, performance, scalability, governance.
• Collaborate with infra, dev, and ops teams on initiatives.
• Champion continuous improvement to streamline processes and reduce costs.
• Stay current on cloud, AI, data platforms, and enterprise apps.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Decision making

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Oracle EBS

ERP platforms

Microsoft Azure

Kubernetes

Docker

OpenAI / AI solutions

Snowflake

Palantir

Enterprise API ecosystems

Job description

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.

Benefits

• comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing
• company-paid life insurance
• disability coverage
• paid time off (PTO)

OUR STORY

Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis. Our will to grow drives our success. It is fueled by a team of respected and dedicated employees committed to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family.

WE ARE INVESTED IN YOU

When you work at Charter Manufacturing you’re part of a four-generation family business. That means, you’re not just an employee, you’re one of our family members. We believe in mutual trust. Employees are respected and empowered to explore new and better ways to impact the success of the company. Employees, at every level, are valued for their motivation to deliver the best products and service. We are in this together. Charter has a thriving team environment. Part of being a family means we collaborate, learn, thrive and benefit – together. We are committed to your future. The forward thinking and enthusiasm from our team drives us to create resources and opportunities for employees to learn, develop and create their own future. We celebrate you. We are successful because of our employees — and their great work doesn’t go unnoticed. We recognize and reward our employees for their contributions.

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