Technology Solutions Architect

Technology Solutions ArchitectHybrid 4/1 in Charlotte, NCOur client seeks a Technology Solutions Architect to design scalable, secure, and enterprise-aligned solutions within Agile delivery teams. The role translates business requirements into implementable architectures, guides technical decision-making, mentors teams, and ensures alignment with enterprise standards and long-term goals. The architect partners with product owners, developers, and enterprise architecture to drive delivery outcomes, evaluate emerging technologies, and manage architectural risks and tradeoffs.This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.Rate: $60.00 to $75.00/hr. w2Responsibilities:Develop high-level solution architectures, select technologies, and provide architectural oversight to ensure alignment with enterprise standards and quality execution.Partner with product and delivery teams to assess feasibility, integrations, scalability, and architectural risks for new initiatives and enhancements.Promote enterprise development standards, patterns, and guardrails, and recommend improvements to Enterprise Architecture.Translate complex designs, tradeoffs, risks, and trends into clear communication for delivery teams, architects, and leadership.Mentor and coach teams on technologies, systems, and business process integration, including responsible AI-enabled development practices.Advise on build-versus-buy decisions, including evaluations of custom solutions, SaaS, and packaged technologies.Research and evaluate emerging technologies and platforms to drive modernization and continuous improvement.Experience Requirements:Leverages Enterprise Architecture principles, standards, and reference patterns to guide solution design.Strong foundation in software engineering, system design, integration patterns, and distributed architecture.Hands-on experience delivering full-stack web solutions (e.g.,.NET, C#, SQL, Git) in Azure or comparable cloud environments.Experience with Agile delivery models and CI/CD pipelines.Ability to evaluate architectural tradeoffs and communicate risks and decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders.Experience as a solution architect, technical lead, or senior developer within cross-functional teams.Familiarity with AI-enabled development practices and emerging AI technologies preferred.Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.5+ years of experience in software development, solution design, or technical leadership roles.Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range. W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.About Eliassen Group: Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients' capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve. Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!