Solutions Architect

Description

Responsibilities: Leads and supports enterprise architecture activities that guide the development and management of a portfolio of solutions, including projects, products, systems, shared infrastructure services and shared application services. Provides leadership, analysis and design tasks related to supporting the development of technology solutions to ensure that solutions meet business needs and align with architectural governance and standards. Receives general guidance and has latitude for considerable judgment and initiative when working with subject matter experts and user communities to develop standards and solutions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Leads evaluation, design and analysis for the implementation of a solutions architecture across specific business applications or technologies. Facilitates the evaluation and selection of software product standards and services, as well as the design of standard and custom software configurations. Identifies organizational impact and financial impact of the solutions architecture. Takes action as needed based on outcome(s). Works closely with project/program management to ensure execution of plans correspond to specifications and requirements outlined throughout the project or product lifecycle. Provides deliverables such as standard definitions, reference models and architecture designs to assess the impact of new and ongoing technology investment. Leads and participates in the prototyping of new tools and techniques for the development and operation of solutions. Defines principles, guidelines, standards and solution patterns to ensure solution decisions are aligned with the enterprise's future-state architecture vision. Maintains published repository of technical architectures. Recognizes opportunities and supports other architects in the development of specific technical, information and business standards. Monitors current-state solution portfolio to identify deficiencies through aging of the technologies used by the application or misalignment with business requirements. Maintains current knowledge of the University's architecture roadmaps, technology status of peer institutions and technology market landscape. Supports a community of practice, guiding and helping agile teams, product owners and application architects to align with the overall enterprise architecture governance and assurance. Recognizes emerging opportunities to be explored through research or discussion. Meets with key stakeholders and conducts research to understand business drivers and business capabilities, both future and current state, and determines corresponding enterprise system designs and change requirements. Acts as a consultant on a broad range of technologies, platforms and vendor offerings to drive targeted business outcomes. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Information Sciences or equivalent and 5 years of relevant experience required Graduate degree preferred Or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience in system development life cycle, business analysis, project management, systems integration, software development and/or the administration of service platforms, public/private cloud platforms, databases and networks preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Deep and broad technical skills for service design and delivery, including infrastructure and application components required Ability to communicate clearly and facilitate discussions required Strong organizational and prioritization skills required Ability to design and implement a project schedule and knowledge of project management required Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously required Ability to recognize strategic business opportunities preferred

Skills

Solution architecture, Enterprise architecture, vendor communication, clinical workflows, AI

Top Skills Details

Solution architecture,Enterprise architecture,vendor communication,clinical workflows

Additional Skills & Qualifications

-Experience on AI related projects

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albany, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $70.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.