Solutions Architect II

Summary

Join Outliant, a fully remote digital product development and startup consulting company, as a Solutions Architect II. You will define your own work, set the technical vision for projects, and generate new frameworks and methodologies. This senior-level role requires collaboration with stakeholders, designing scalable solutions, and leading presentations. You will mentor junior architects and stay current with emerging technologies. Outliant offers a remote work environment with benefits including unlimited PTO, bonuses, and wellness programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or a related field is a plus
• Minimum 7 years of experience in solution architecture or a related technical role (e.g., software development, DevOps, systems engineering)
• 3-5 years of experience in solution design and implementation, with expertise in a specific domain (e.g., cloud computing, security)
• Solid experience working with ReactJS and Contentful
• Proven track record of successfully leading and executing complex technical projects
• Mastery of a broad range of technical skills relevant to the role, including cloud computing, enterprise architecture, and IT security
• Strong ability to generate innovative solutions and develop new approaches within the solution architecture field
• Strong communicator who can bridge the gap between technical and non-technical audiences
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and consider long-term implications
• Certification in solution architecture (e.g., AWS/Azure Solutions Architect or Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect) is a plus
• Experience with enterprise integration patterns and best practices
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms with AWS
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Ability to create and maintain comprehensive documentation of architecture designs and solutions
• Experience with automation and orchestration tools
• Familiarity with compliance and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and guide technical teams
• Ability to stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends
• Experience in managing stakeholder expectations and delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget
• A personal computer with stable internet

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments to understand their needs and challenges at a strategic level
• Analyze complex business requirements and translate them into innovative and future-proof technical solutions
• Generate and promote new concepts, principles, and methods within the solution architecture discipline
• Design and architect highly scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions, considering emerging technologies and industry best practices
• Select and integrate cutting-edge technologies (hardware, software, cloud) to build robust and efficient solutions
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation to ensure knowledge transfer and ongoing solution effectiveness
• Lead presentations and discussions, effectively defending your proposed solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless implementation of your designed solutions
• Identify opportunities for optimization within existing systems and propose innovative solutions to improve overall efficiency
• Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies, actively evaluating and integrating them into your solution strategy
• Mentor junior Solution Architects and share your expertise by contributing to internal knowledge sharing initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

Proven experience using CloudFlare

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Non-working holidays per country of residence
• Pro-rated 13th-month bonus in select regions
• Salary increases and performance-based bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Mental health and well-being programs
• Fun and casual work environment
• Employee engagement activities and virtual gatherings