Solution Architect

Job Title: Solution Architect

Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Overview:

As a Solution Architect, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing technological solutions that align with the needs of the business. You will work closely with stakeholders, including business leaders, project managers, and development teams, to ensure that proposed solutions are efficient, scalable, and meet business objectives.  A Solutions Architect plays a critical role in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, ensuring the successful delivery of projects and driving innovation within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design: Architect end-to-end solutions that meet business needs while ensuring system scalability, performance, and security.
  • Architect and design complex network, software and system solutions to meet client needs.
  • Develop and document high-level and detailed architecture designs, system specifications, and integration strategies.

• Client and Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with clients to gather business requirements, understanding their technical and operational needs. Present and communicate solutions to clients, ensuring alignment with their business objectives. Collaborate with business stakeholders, team members, and project managers to gather requirements and define technical specifications.
• Technology Evaluation: Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to implement the best solution based on the requirements.
  • Ensure the proposed solutions are scalable, secure, and maintainable.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for solution implementations.
  • Adjust solutions and design around budgets and offer creative ideas sensitive to company and departmental budgets when applicable.
• System Integration: Oversee the integration of various systems and technologies to create cohesive solutions.
• Documentation: Create detailed architectural diagrams, design documents, and implementation plans for the proposed solutions.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the design and implementation of solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to ensure the solutions remain innovative and efficient. Contribute to process improvements within the architecture and development lifecycle.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure that the solution architecture complies with technical standards, security policies, and organizational guidelines.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  • Create detailed technical documentation and system architecture blueprints.
  • Time entry against specific projects and customers when applicable for time investment tracking, etc.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Project Implementation:
  • Oversee the implementation process for new architecture solutions you’ve designed. Work closely with service delivery teams to ensure the solution is delivered on time and within budget.
  • Ensure solutions comply with the best practices and industry standards.
• Participation in Innovation Team:
  • Participate in monthly or quarterly team meetings for our Innovation Team regarding emerging technology discussions.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.  Equivalent work experience in a technical support or system engineering role may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Experience: 7 years of experience in IT architecture, solution implementation or technical consulting.
• Wireless, Satellite, Cellular – must have strong working knowledge and experience in Wireless technology, wireless spectrum, cellular networking, Satellite Internet (Starlink).
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of system architecture, network infrastructure, cloud computing, and application design.
  • Strong understanding of security, scalability, and performance optimization techniques.
  • Strong understanding of networking, security protocols, and databases.
  • Familiar with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Understanding microservices architecture, APIs, and integration patterns.
  • Familiar with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Beneficial but not required: Proficient in technologies such as REST API’s, Java, .NET, Python, or other relevant programming languages.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects.
• Client-facing skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco CASE, CSE, CCNP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or similar) are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Solar and battery technologies, low voltage knowledge
• Enterprise networking, network security, network architecture. 
• Certifications in architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
• Cloud computing and SaaS framework
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations or standards.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness benefits
• 401k
• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications
• Full benefit suite

Working Conditions:

• This position may require periodic travel to client sites or to our company headquarters.
• Work may involve irregular hours (which include some nights and /or weekends) to accommodate project deadlines or client needs.

About Us:

TEAMSOS is a leading IT company committed to delivering innovative technology solutions. We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where our employees can thrive and grow professionally.

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000