Technical Architect - Cloud & Microservices Leader

Mphasis; Illinois; On-site; USD 81,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Mphasis is seeking a Technical Architect to lead architectural design and implementation in Chicago, IL. You will shape robust solutions aligned with business goals, drive performance improvements, and mentor teams across the software lifecycle.

The role requires deep knowledge of architecture principles, cloud platforms, microservices, and DevOps, with strong communication to stakeholders at all levels. Chicago-based, full-time opportunity.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Solution Architecture principles.
• Design scalable and high-performance systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and API design.
• Solid understanding of Agile and DevOps methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop architectural solutions meeting business requirements and technical specs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into designs.
• Evaluate tools and technologies for performance and scalability.
• Lead architectural reviews and advise on software development and integration best practices.
• Document designs, standards, and guidelines for consistency.
• Stay current with industry trends to drive innovation.
• Facilitate workshops to align architecture with stakeholders.
• Support development teams in resolving architectural issues during the SDLC.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Scalable systems

Cloud platforms

Microservices

API design

Agile

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Mphasis is seeking a Technical Architect to lead architectural design and implementation in Chicago, IL. You will shape robust solutions aligned with business goals, drive performance improvements, and mentor teams across the software lifecycle.

The role requires deep knowledge of architecture principles, cloud platforms, microservices, and DevOps, with strong communication to stakeholders at all levels. Chicago-based, full-time opportunity.