Sr. Solutions Architect

Description

Responsibilities:

Design and implement integrations across internal applications and external partner systems using APIs, middleware, and event-driven patterns.

Create technical solutions that support customer onboarding by connecting enterprise platforms with customer and supply chain applications.

Work closely with vendors, partners, and internal teams to establish dependable data exchange processes and resolve integration challenges.

Contribute hands-on development and configuration work to deliver architecture designs in alignment with technical specifications and project goals.

Partner with operations, transportation, customer service, distribution, and finance teams to identify process improvements and apply technology-driven solutions.

Support the enhancement and rollout of logistics platforms, including warehouse, yard, labor, and transportation-related systems.

Architect cloud and hybrid environments in collaboration with infrastructure and cybersecurity teams to strengthen availability, resilience, and continuity.

Provide technical leadership by reviewing solution designs, advising delivery teams, and promoting sound architecture standards and best practices.

Embed security considerations such as access control, encryption, monitoring, and auditability into solution designs while participating in risk and compliance reviews.

Assist with software evaluations, vendor selection activities, project planning, and prioritization of technology initiatives across the business.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.

At least 7 years of IT experience, including substantial background in solution architecture, enterprise applications, or technical architecture.

Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise application integrations using APIs, middleware, and related integration technologies.

Strong understanding of logistics, supply chain, warehouse, or transportation processes within complex operating environments.

Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, or hybrid cloud architectures.

Technical background in application architecture and development, including .NET, ASP.NET, and API-based solutions.

Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, and project leadership.

Experience supporting or enhancing WMS and other logistics technology platforms is highly valued.

Nice If You Have:

·       Experience as a solution architect or technical lead on competitive defense captures

·       Experience architecting solutions across more than one of the focus areas above

·       Knowledge of rapid prototyping and high-speed acquisition environments

·       Knowledge of multi-domain operations and joint warfighting concepts

·       Secret clearance

·       Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a technical field

·       AWS or Azure Solutions Architect certification and CISSP, Security+ or DoD 8570 IAT or IAM certification

Technical Skills:

·       Proven experience with designing and developing RESTful and SOAP-based APIs.

·       Strong knowledge of Java (including Spring Boot), XML, JSON, and scripting languages.

·       Experience with databases such as Oracle and SQL Server.

·       Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins.

·       Understanding of security protocols such as OAuth, SAML, and SSL/TLS.

·       Proficiency with Angular.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Proficiency in ETL tools like Informatica.

·       Experience with Mulesoft.

Familiarity with Autosys.