Solution Architect / Senior Solution Architect - Java with Any Cloud

We're seeking a seasoned and forward-thinking Solution Architect / Senior Solution Architect who brings a strong foundation in solution or cloud architecture within large-scale enterprise settings. In this role, you'll architect and deliver secure, scalable, high-performance solutions, partnering with globally distributed teams to establish architectural direction, ensure alignment with technical standards, and champion technical excellence throughout the organization. #LI-DNP Responsibilities Take the lead on architecting and building cloud-native solutions rooted in microservices and event-driven design principles Establish architectural guidelines, design patterns, and best practices to guide enterprise-level engineering teams Build and deploy solutions leveraging technologies such as Kubernetes and service mesh tooling like Istio Work alongside global architecture teams, technology groups, and stakeholders to maintain alignment with overarching technical direction Offer technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, encouraging strong practices and shared learning Push forward performance improvements by directing performance testing and refining distributed system behavior Produce and update architectural documentation using tools such as Miro, Gliffy, or Draw.io to clearly communicate technical designs Guide cloud adoption, modernization, and optimization efforts across enterprise systems Ensure technology solutions support business goals while addressing needs around scalability, reliability, and security Investigate emerging technologies and determine their potential value in solving business problems Partner closely with technical and product leadership to ensure solutions are delivered successfully Requirements Between 12 and 20 years of IT experience, with a solid grounding in solution or cloud architecture within enterprise contexts Strong background working with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP in live production environments Demonstrated success designing comprehensive, scalable architectures aligned with enterprise-wide strategy Familiarity with implementing and reviewing solutions related to mergers and acquisitions Skilled in DevOps practices and CI/CD pipeline management, with GitHub Actions experience considered a plus Capability using tools like Miro, Gliffy, or Draw.io to produce technical documentation and diagrams Strong capacity to lead architectural conversations and shape technical decisions across multiple organizational levels Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical audiences