Principal Solutions Architect

Alpha FMC

. Lead technical discovery and assessment activities, including current-state analysis, requirements gathering, target-state architecture, gap identification, and implementation roadmaps .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in solution architecture and enterprise architecture principles, with a strong focus on application, data, cloud, and integration technologies. Proven ability to lead technical teams, mentor staff, and deliver scalable technology solutions in complex enterprise environments.

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Solution ArchitectureEnterprise ArchitectureCloud Platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)Data ManagementTechnical Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Solution ArchitectureEnterprise ArchitectureData ManagementData IntegrationAPIsCI/CDInfrastructure-as-CodeContainerizationMonitoringObservability

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsCommercial Awareness

Tools & Technologies

AzureAWSGCPAIMachine LearningGenerative AI

Industry Keywords

Technology ConsultingProfessional ServicesSystems IntegrationClient-FacingTechnical Discovery

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical discovery and assessment activities, including current-state analysis, requirements gathering, target-state architecture, gap identification, and implementation roadmaps
Design and own solution architectures spanning applications, data, cloud, integration, and enterprise technology
Provide senior technical guidance on architecture decisions, technology selection, implementation approaches, scalability, security, cost, and risk
Translate complex business requirements into practical, scalable technology solutions and communicate recommendations to technical and executive stakeholders
Support clients in defining future-state data architectures, data management strategies, integrations, and modern technology operating models
Serve as a senior technical escalation point across active engagements, resolving complex architecture and implementation challenges
Lead and mentor technical teams and work across engineering, data, product, and business functions to drive delivery
Build proofs of concept and reference implementations for hands-on technical validation
Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI and generative AI, for business value
Contribute to solutioning and new business opportunities, including technical discovery, proposals, statements of work, estimates, and executive presentations
Develop reusable architecture patterns, technical standards, and assets across client engagements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or a related technical or quantitative discipline; advanced degree a plus
10+ years of experience in solution architecture, enterprise architecture, software engineering, technology consulting, or a related technical discipline
Significant experience working in a client-facing consulting, professional services, systems integration, or technology delivery environment
Proven experience designing and delivering technology solutions within complex enterprise environments
Strong understanding of solution and enterprise architecture principles, including application, data, cloud, integration, and technology operating models
Experience with modern cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP, with deep expertise in at least one
Strong experience with data platforms, databases, data modelling, data integration, and data management
Experience with modern software engineering and delivery practices, including APIs, CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, containerization, monitoring, and observability
Exposure to AI, machine learning, generative AI, or other emerging technologies is preferred
Proven ability to lead technical teams and provide senior-level guidance across complex engagements
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior and executive stakeholders
Strong commercial awareness and an entrepreneurial approach to consulting and solution delivery
Willingness to travel, up to 80%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary with annual profit-sharing opportunity
401k matching
25 days of annual paid time off (accrued)
Supplemented medical, dental and vision coverage
Reimbursement for commuting, mobile phone, and home internet expenses
North America team-wide training and retreats
Sponsorship towards professional certifications / training supported with 5 days of paid training time
Tailored training and excellent mentorship
Up to 5 days paid training time per year