Senior Solutions Architect

At CHAMP, we are redefining the technology used by Motor Vehicle Agencies and their stakeholders. We do so with innovative, cloud-based software that enhances efficiency, security, and interoperability. Our solutions replace outdated processes with modern, scalable platforms, enabling organizations to operate with greater speed and accuracy in an increasingly digital world.

Solutions Architect

Location: Cleveland (Onsite – 4 days in office)

Department: Architecture

Reports To: Manager of Enterprise Architecture

Travel: Up to 10%

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Relocation: This position is not eligible for Relocation Assistance

Your Impact

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Solution Architect to play a pivotal role in designing and guiding the development of our core platforms. You will bridge the gap between business requirements and technical implementation, ensuring our systems are scalable, resilient, and maintainable. This is a hands-on architectural role where you'll influence our technology roadmap and mentor development teams.

What You’ll Do

• Define the overall architecture for new and existing software systems, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend technology stack choices, architectural patterns (e.g., Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture), and development frameworks.
• Create architectural documentation and diagrams to communicate complex designs clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, guiding them through design decisions and complex implementations.
• Collaborate with product managers and other architects to translate business needs into robust, secure, and performant technical solutions.
• Create Proof of Concept and Example projects to demonstrate new technologies to the engineering team.

Required Qualifications

We're looking for a seasoned architect with a minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in software engineering, including several years in an architectural capacity.

• Deep expertise in one of the following server-side languages/platforms: Java (required) or .NET (C#).
• Proven experience with modern web application frameworks, specifically with Spring MVC, PHP, or JSP/Servlets.
• Demonstrable experience building modern Single-Page Applications (SPAs) using contemporary frontend libraries/frameworks such as React or VUE (Vue.js).
• Extensive experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Strong understanding of database technologies, both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Familiarity with security best practices (OWASP Top 10) and performance testing tools.

Why You’ll Like Working Here

Competitive Salary

Annual Bonus Potential

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Unlimited PTO Policy

Matching 401K with immediate vesting

Subsidized Lunches at our Cleveland Headquarters

Fast Paced work environment in a growth company

Newly Renovated Office Space

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this position is $155,000 to $180,000 annually. This is a good faith estimate, and final compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and geographic location.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re here to help.

By joining CHAMP Titles, you will be an integral member of our team with many opportunities for personal growth and upward mobility in a growing organization. We have a great culture that is flexible, collaborative and welcoming.