Solutions Architect

HCLTech; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 174,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking a Solutions Architect in Chicago, Illinois, specialized in Java, .NET, and AWS Cloud. With 15+ years of experience, the successful candidate will advise clients on enterprise application modernization and lead architectural strategy.

Key responsibilities include assessing IT landscapes, creating architectural solutions, and managing stakeholder relationships. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $174,000 to $257,000 annually, alongside comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in data architecture or enterprise transformation.
• Experience in building relationships with stakeholders.
• Hands-on expertise in Java, .Net, and AWS cloud.

Responsibilities

• Assess the domain IT landscape and perform gap analysis.
• Create solution and architectural views across various areas.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and address portfolio concerns.

Skills

Java

.NET

Cloud AWS

Stakeholder management

Presales experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Databricks

Snowflake

MS Fabric

Job description

HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self‑motivated Solutions Architect hands on with Java, or .NET and hands on with Cloud AWS . Solutions Architect who will be responsible for Presales finding opportunities for HCL Tech to expand, and Building Solutions. Solutions Architect to join HCL Tech in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Must Have Experience

• Solutions Architect coming from Airline Industry or Transportation Industry
• Solutions Architect who is hands on with Java or .NET
• Solutions Architect who is hands on with Cloud AWS
• Solutions Architect who has experience in Presales (Finding potential opportunities where HCL Tech can expand its footprint)
• Solutions Architect who has experience building relationships with stakeholders, managing expectations, & Providing solutions.
• About the Role at HCLTech, we supercharge progress by bringing together deep industry expertise, engineering excellence, and transformation leadership to solve complex business challenges.
• We are looking for a senior Application Architect with 15+ years of experience in strategy, modernization, consulting, and client advisory to help global clients shape and execute large‑scale transformation initiatives across Modern Platforms (Java/.NET/AWS/Android).
• In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to business and technology stakeholders, define transformation roadmaps, lead architecture strategy, align delivery with measurable business outcomes, and guide organizations through modernization programs that improve agility, insight, and value realization.
• What You’ll Do Serve as a strategic advisor to clients on enterprise Application Modernization (Java, .NET, iOS, Testing), shaping transformation roadmaps aligned to business priorities and operating models.
• Lead client stakeholder engagements across business, App modernization, digital, and technology functions to define vision, secure alignment, and drive consensus on target‑state architecture and transformation direction.
• Translate business objectives into data platform strategies, modernization plans, and value‑focused initiatives that improve decision‑making, operational efficiency, and time to insight.
• Provide leadership across large transformation programs by shaping solution direction, owning service delivery, guiding delivery teams, managing architectural governance, and ensuring alignment with executive objectives.
• Drive executive‑level conversations on data strategy, platform investment, governance, risk, and change management to help clients realize long‑term modernization outcomes. Mentor cross‑functional teams, influence senior stakeholders, and foster collaboration across consulting, delivery, engineering, and client leadership to accelerate program success.
• Own business outcome orientation by defining success measures, tracking value realization, and ensuring data modernization programs deliver measurable impact for clients. What We’re Looking For bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. 15+ years of experience in data architecture, consulting, enterprise transformation, or data platform strategy roles.
• Strong experience shaping modernization strategies, enterprise data roadmaps, and transformation programs across Modern Data Platforms (Databricks/Snowflake/MS Fabric/Cloud Native) in complex client environments. Proven consulting and leadership experience in stakeholder management, executive communication, solution advisory, and large‑scale program governance.
• Demonstrated ability to connect data strategy and modernization initiatives to measurable business outcomes such as growth, efficiency, customer experience, risk reduction, and decision velocity.
• Excellent executive presence, client relationship management, negotiation, and cross‑functional leadership skills. Hands‑on expertise in Java, .Net, AWS cloud, iOS, Testing aspects Nice to Have Master’s degree or advanced certification in business, technology, data, cloud, or transformation leadership disciplines.
• Experience leading C‑level or senior stakeholder discussions for enterprise data modernization, platform transformation, and value realization programs. Background in industry consulting, advisory‑led transformation, or managing

Key Responsibilities

• To assess the domain IT landscape assessment and Application portfolio optimization for gap analysis
• Creation of solution and architectural views (logical| conceptual| development| execution| infrastructure & operations architecture)
• To study and define system requirements addressing stakeholder| portfolio concerns
• To ensure knowledge up‑gradation and work with new and emerging products/technologies
• To manage Non‑Functional Requirement adaption for the solution
• To contribute towards white/technical papers and knowledge base

Must Have Skills

• Hands on with Java or .NET
• Building the business
• Advisory Relations

Pay Range Minimum: 174,000k

Pay Range Maximum: 257,000k

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state and local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance‑based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need‑based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior‑level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.