We are seeking an experienced and innovative Solution Architect / Senior Solution Architect with a solid background in solution or cloud architecture within enterprise environments. In this role, you will design and deliver secure, scalable and high-performing solutions, working closely with global teams to define architectural strategies, align with technical standards and drive technical excellence across the organization.

Responsibilities

Architect and lead the development of cloud-native solutions using microservices and event-driven paradigms
Define architectural standards, patterns and best practices for enterprise-scale engineering teams
Design and implement solutions with technologies such as Kubernetes and service mesh tools like Istio
Collaborate with global solution architecture, technology teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment with overarching technical strategies
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, fostering best practices and knowledge sharing
Drive performance optimization by leading performance testing and fine-tuning distributed systems
Create and maintain architectural documentation using tools like Miro, Gliffy or Draw.io to convey technical designs effectively
Lead cloud adoption, modernization and optimization initiatives for enterprise systems
Align technology solutions with business objectives while addressing scalability, reliability and security requirements
Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their application for solving business challenges
Work closely with technical and product leaders to ensure successful solution delivery

Requirements

12 to 20 years of experience in IT with a solid background in solution or cloud architecture within enterprise environments
Expertise in cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS or GCP in production settings
Proven experience in designing end-to-end scalable architectures aligned with enterprise strategies
Knowledge of implementing and reviewing solutions for mergers and acquisitions
Competency in DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines; familiarity with GitHub Actions is a plus
Proficiency in tools like Miro, Gliffy or Draw.io for creating technical documentation and diagrams
Strong ability to lead architectural discussions and influence technical decision-making at various levels
Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Solution Architect / Senior Solution Architect - Java