Job#: 3028175 Job Description: AI Solutions Architect
Location: Addison, TX/Charlotte, NC (On-site)
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Architect to support the launch of targeted AI capabilities for the end-to-end Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and the platform for enterprise agents. This role is responsible for defining an architectural vision and solution architecture for the AI domain. The position ensures the solution is fit for purpose and use by working with stakeholders and evaluating the impact of strategic design decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Define an architectural vision and solution architecture for the AI domain in alignment with enterprise strategy.
- Describe the solution intent, associated operating environment, and evaluate system impacts.
- Determine primary systems, subsystems, and their interfaces, assisting with end-to-end solution design.
- Define non-functional requirements and architectural runway to support new features.
- Follow internal governance processes to ensure compliance and quality.
- Improve the developer experience by making it easier to deliver solutions while managing work efficiently.
- Provide clear, concise technical guidance to delivery partners and communicate status to program management.
- Perform hands-on proof-of-concept work to assess the applicability of new technologies and patterns.
Required Qualifications
- Broad and deep expertise with developer tooling, especially IDEs from vendors such as Microsoft, Eclipse, and JetBrains.
- Experience designing solutions across varied software development platforms, including GitHub CoPilot and Microsoft CoPilot Studio (low-code and pro-code).
- Proven ability as a strong, independent technical leader requiring minimal oversight, with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- Design and/or development experience with complex, integrated, high-volume applications for resiliency and performance.
- Knowledge of security aspects of integrated system design and associated protocols, such as AAA and token-based authentication.
- Process expertise across the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements, build, test, deploy, release, and operate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Production-level experience with tools like Claude Code and Devin.
- Experience with agile methodologies, routines, and tools.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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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.
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