Solutions Architect Supply Chain Technology

6 month contract to hire

--NO third party agencies

Join the HIRE Technology consulting team to work with a great Houston client. We are in need of an experienced Solutions Architect to design and guide the architecture of a next-generation supply chain technology platform for this global enterprise organization. This role will define cohesive, scalable, and future-ready solutions that connect core business functions across sourcing, procurement, inventory, logistics, and customer fulfillment. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strategic insight, working across multiple domains to ensure solutions are integrated, secure, and aligned with organizational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the target architecture for supply chain and enterprise technology platforms.
• Design end-to-end solutions that integrate legacy and modern systems through scalable, secure, and data-driven architectures.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and business leaders to translate strategy into actionable architecture roadmaps.
• Lead solution design for complex integrations across key domains such as order management, inventory, forecasting, finance, and operations.
• Establish and promote architecture standards, governance practices, and design principles across teams.
• Partner with development teams to ensure adherence to best practices and technical consistency during implementation.
• Mentor engineers and architects, fostering technical excellence and architectural thinking.
• Communicate complex design concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum 12 years of experience in software engineering and architecture, with at least 5 years in enterprise-scale or transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles and system integration patterns.
• Hands-on experience designing solutions that connect multiple systems and platforms within large organizations.
• Proficiency with modern architectural approaches including microservices, APIs, and cloud-native design.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence technical direction across multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.

Preferred

• Masters degree in Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience with supply chain, order management, or fulfillment systems.
• Background in legacy modernization and integration with cloud-based platforms.
• Familiarity with modern DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Prior experience implementing architecture governance frameworks and standards.

HIRE Technology offers competitive benefits, including Medical insurance with no waiting period, multiple plans including PPO, HDHP, HSA, Dental and Vision plans, FSA, Employer paid Life insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Tuition reimbursement, etc.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the US with no visa sponsorship