What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Solutions Architect position at Perkins?
Your New Workplace:
Perkins helps children with disabilities find their place in the world. An international NGO, we are committed to delivering best-in-class education to children, providing immersive training and support to professionals and families, advocating for inclusion, and accelerating innovation for people with disabilities. At Perkins, we think courageously, act collaboratively, and we own our work. Join a supportive community committed to growth where your work makes a difference.
What you can expect as a Senior Solutions Architect:
Are you a technical visionary who thrives at the intersection of complex architecture and mission-driven impact? We are looking for a Senior Solutions Architect to steer our Enterprise Applications team.
In this pivotal role, you will shape the technological backbone of an organization dedicated to making a difference. You will bridge the gap between high-level business strategy and hands-on technical execution, ensuring our ecosystem (including Salesforce, Workday, and PowerSchool) is scalable, secure, and future-ready.
We’d love to talk with you if you have many of the following:
- Deep expertise in enterprise platforms—specifically Salesforce (Force.com/Apex) and Workday.
- Multi-year experience with .NET, Java, and JavaScript, as well as full-lifecycle DevOps (CI/CD, GitHub).
- Strong command of RESTful and SOAP-based APIs, XML, JSON, and XSLT to create seamless data flows.
- Ability to translate complex business needs into scalable technical designs while managing budgets and rollout strategies.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- 8 years in software development or systems engineering, with a proven track record in a management or lead mentorship role.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design principles.
- Previous experience in the non-profit or education sectors.
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Salesforce Certified Architecture, Azure Solutions Architect).
Benefits:
Perkins offers a comprehensive benefits package for part time and full time employees, including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Wellness programs available.
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with employer match
- Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day one
- Paid Time Off
- Extras: Employee Recognition Programs, EAP, legal services, referral bonuses, credit union access, pre-tax MBTA passes and more!
Perkins is a mission-driven community that supports your well-being at work and beyond.