Solutions Architect

Job#: 3030702

Job Description:
Solutions Architect

Location: Denver, Colorado (Remote)
Employment Type: Contract to Perm

Role Overview

The Solutions Architect will be responsible for designing and delivering technology solutions that meet evolving business needs. This position can be a contract-to-hire or direct-hire opportunity and is fully remote. The architect will work with the Digital Product organization to translate business requirements into robust, compliant, and sustainable technical architectures for vendor-based, in-house developed, or hybrid solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and document complex end-to-end solutions that align with enterprise architecture and meet business capability needs.
• Develop architecture blueprints, integration patterns, and high-quality technical documentation.
• Conduct impact analyses and risk assessments for proposed solutions, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Ensure architectural solutions adhere to infrastructure, security, performance, and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA).
• Lead solution architecture reviews through the Architecture Review Board (ARB) process.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies, platforms, and vendor solutions.
• Collaborate with Digital Product teams and business stakeholders to translate strategic goals into architecture roadmaps.
• Provide architecture leadership and guidance to delivery teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to the development of RFIs, RFPs, and Statements of Work (SOWs).
• Coach and review the work of other architects and technical team members.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives such as cloud migration, digital transformation, and data modernization.
• Stay current with healthcare technology trends and interoperability standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR).

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Health Informatics, or a related field is required.

Experience: A minimum of 6 years of experience in IT, including at least 2 years in solution architecture roles, is required.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with Enterprise-scale solutions, including the integration of multiple systems.
• Understanding of infrastructure, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), and cybersecurity principles.
• Familiarity with healthcare standards and regulations (HIPAA, HITECH, HL7, FHIR).
• Experience in healthcare IT systems, including RCM systems, EHRs, patient portals, and clinical workflows.
• Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.

General Skills:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Technical depth across application, data, and infrastructure domains.
• Ability to balance innovation with operational stability.
• Experience with vendor evaluation and integration.
• Ability to lead with influence in the absence of direct organizational power.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, or other healthcare IT certifications are a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay rate for this position is between $80.00 and $100.00 per hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, and skills. Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.