Senior Solutions Architect

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Lenexa, KS that is looking for a Senior Solutions Architect for a fully onsite, contract to hire opportunity.

Summary:
The Solutions Architect converts architectural strategy into durable, production-ready solutions. Working closely with the Manager of Software Architecture, this role ensures designs adhere to enterprise standards, advance platform modernization (including ERP/D365 integrations), and deliver measurable business outcomes. The Solutions Architect also drives option analysis, documentation quality, delivery alignment, and governance readiness, while contributing to innovation pilots (AI, low code, cloud) that accelerate ROI.

Responsibilities:
Strategy and Standards Support:
* Translate roadmap, principles, and guardrails into concrete solution designs and architectural runway for active initiatives
* Identify gaps in standards/patterns and propose pragmatic updates for review/approval via architecture governance forums

Solution Design and Documentation:
* Produce and maintain end-to-end architectural designs (logical, integration, deployment views), non-functional requirements, and clear decision trade offs
* Ensure designs are implemented accurately by engineering-through specification clarity, design reviews, and hands on guidance

Integration and Platform Architecture:
* Define and evolve integration approaches across ERP (D365), CRM, data platforms, and custom apps; Standardize API management and data flows while simplifying legacy interfaces
* Evaluate and align third party integrations to the enterprise architecture, resolving compatibility issues and risks

Delivery Enablement and Quality:
* Lead activities that raise delivery quality and predictability: coding and testing standards, scope/test strategies, DevOps pipeline readiness, and definition of done
* Proactively address risks and performance/scalability concerns with clear mitigation paths

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; 10+ years in software development/engineering
* Experience with modern data and cloud platforms (e.g., Fabric, Power Platform, Synapse); Solid grasp of architectural styles/design patterns
* Strong understanding of enterprise systems, integration, operating systems, and hardware fundamentals; Extensive relational data skills
* Proven expertise in designing and delivering complex enterprise solutions, including integration patterns and non-functional requirements
* Deep familiarity with Agile/Scrum and the SDLC; Demonstrated leadership of significant, complex implementations
* Proficiency with C#/.NET (MVC), RESTful APIs, Angular, SQL, and/or X++; Strong version control practices (Git) and Azure DevOps build/release pipelines
* Clear, concise written and verbal communication; Excellent time management and organization; Effective stakeholder facilitation

Preferred:
* Master's degree (CS or related)
* Prior participation in architecture governance bodies (e.g., ARB/ITSAC) and standardization efforts
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
* Must be local to Kansas City Metro

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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