Senior Solutions Architect

Company Description

Krasan Consulting Services is a Chicago boutique management consulting and technology solutions integrator. As a certified BEP WBE with the State of Illinois and a certified WBE, MBE, and DBE recognized by the City of Chicago, Krasan provides complex technology solutions and services for clients in the Public and Commercial sectors. With decades of experience, Krasan specializes in end-to-end technology solutions, integration, and implementation services and is proud to enable the success of our customers.

Role Title: Senior Solution Architect

Duration – Long-term Contract

Location – Onsite – Springfield, IL

Note: This is a W-2 employee position on our payroll. Unfortunately, 1099/C2C/C2H is not allowed at this time.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

1. Solution Architecture & Design

• Lead end-to-end architecture design for enterprise-scale applications built on Microsoft technologies.
• Define and document solution blueprints, data flows, integration models, and deployment topologies.
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices, scalability, performance, and compliance (WCAG 2.1, Section 508, NIST).
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

2. Application Development & Integration

• Oversee development initiatives across .NET, Angular, and Azure technology stacks, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and delivery standards.
• Lead the design and implementation of modular, API-driven, and service-oriented solutions to enhance scalability and maintainability.
• Partner with DevOps teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines and improve deployment efficiency through Azure DevOps.
• Establish robust unit testing frameworks and enforce consistent quality standards.
• Conduct in-depth code reviews and system validations to ensure optimal performance, maintainability, and technical excellence.

3. Database Architecture & Management

• Develop and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, and optimized schemas adhering to Third Normal Form (3NF).
• Conduct database performance tuning and troubleshooting for SQL Server and Azure SQL environments.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and encryption standards.

4. Cloud Architecture & DevOps

• Architect and deploy Azure-based solutions leveraging App Services, Azure SQL, Key Vault, and Azure AD.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines supporting automated builds, testing, and releases.
• Enforce best practices in cost management, scalability, and monitoring using Azure Monitor and Application Insights.

5. Leadership, Governance & Mentoring

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to development teams, ensuring adherence to coding standards and architectural principles.
• Lead code reviews, architecture reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions across teams.
• Promote Agile collaboration and facilitate architectural decisions supporting iterative delivery.

Required Technical Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years as a Solutions Architect overseeing IT application development using C#, .NET Framework, ASP.NET MVC/Razor Pages, Entity Framework, Angular, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, jQuery, JavaScript, Azure DevOps, and Azure Cloud.
• Minimum 3 years developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting SQL code and queries, with a strong grasp of database normalization (up to 3NF).
• Fundamental understanding of security principles and authentication frameworks such as Okta, OAuth, or OpenID.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on Angular and TypeScript development experience.
• Minimum 3 years designing and overseeing unit testing frameworks and quality assurance strategies.
• Minimum 3 years of technical leadership and mentoring experience guiding development teams.
• Minimum 3 years working in Agile/Scrum environments, actively participating in sprint ceremonies and backlog refinement.
• Proficiency in Azure Cloud architecture, RESTful API integration, and DevOps pipeline automation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate effectively across business and technical stakeholders.

Professional Attributes

• Strong analytical, architectural, and problem-solving mindset with a focus on innovation and scalability.
• Clear communicator capable of presenting complex technical information to both technical and executive audiences.
• Proactive leader fostering teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Adaptive to changing priorities, ensuring delivery excellence in fast-paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, SAFe Agilist, PMP, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), microservices, and serverless technologies (Azure Functions).
• Experience integrating authentication and identity management solutions using Okta and Azure AD.
• Exposure to Power Platform, GraphQL, or API Gateway integrations is a plus.

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