Solutions Architect

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

Our client is seeking a dynamic Solutions Architect to lead the charge in crafting cutting-edge architectural strategies and solutions. As a key player in client's team, you will be instrumental in aligning technical solutions with business goals, ensuring innovation and efficiency at every turn. 
 
Our direct Fortune 500 client is looking for someone to join the Engineering team to provide strategic direction and leadership, guiding architectural decisions to deliver top-tier solutions.
 
This is a 3-6 – month contract + possible extension. The team is located in Newark, Delaware, and the role is on-site 3 days/week (2 days/week remote).
Onward Search provides benefits for 40 hour work week and weekly paychecks (W2) for duration of the contract. 

Solutions Architect Key Responsibilities: 

• Strategic Development: Define and implement architectural strategies, roadmaps, and standards that align with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with executive leadership, business units, and IT teams to translate requirements into robust architectural solutions.
• Team Mentorship: Mentor and collaborate with a team of engineers and architects, fostering professional growth and providing essential guidance.
• Design Oversight: Oversee the creation of architectural artifacts, including solution blueprints and technology assessments.
• Technology Evaluation: Assess emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and enhanced performance.
• Standards Compliance: Ensure adherence to architectural standards across projects, conducting reviews and offering improvement recommendations.
• Project Alignment: Collaborate with project managers and development teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Risk Management: Identify and resolve architectural issues, proactively mitigating potential challenges.
• Industry Engagement: Stay informed on industry trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Vendor Collaboration: Work with vendors and partners to evaluate and select technology solutions that align with business goals.

Solutions Architect Qualifications: 

• 6+ years in software architecture and design, with at least 3 years managing teams.
• Proven experience in developing enterprise architecture roadmaps and implementing technology solutions.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Experience with cloud computing, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Perks & Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are valued and respected. If you're ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply and join our client's innovative team.

To learn more about this Solutions Architect opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

This position has an application deadline of May 21, 2025. 

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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