Solutions Architect

Job Description

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Alabama Solutions is seeking a Solutions Architect to bridge sales, technical discovery, delivery, and innovation. This role requires expertise in enterprise-level solution design, technical leadership, and strategic consulting. The ideal candidate is a versatile problem-solver who can guide sales teams, manage technical projects, and mentor developers, ensuring high-quality execution.

This role is split approximately 25-40% towards sales support and 60-75% towards delivery and technical leadership

BE AWARE: this is a 40-hours-a-week role at an initial 3-month contract. Only US-based or Canada-based candidates (Citizens or Green Card Holders will be considered only).

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Sales Support (25-40%)

• Provide technical expertise during the sales process, running demos for prospects and clients.
• Architect enterprise-level solutions, including integrations, infrastructure, and feature design.
• Assist in solution engineering and craft tailored technical proposals.
• Support sales-to-operations handoff, ensuring clear project requirements and expectations.
• Identify upsell opportunities and expand client engagements through technical insights.

Technical Leadership & Delivery (60-75%)

• Lead technical discovery sessions with clients, capturing business and technical requirements.
• Guide development teams in scalable, responsive, and interactive UI/UX implementations.
• Oversee technical architecture and system design, ensuring best practices.
• Mentor developers, fostering continuous learning and innovation.
• Handle team escalations, assignments, and resource planning.
• Develop internal tooling to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Conduct code reviews, knowledge transfer sessions, and technical oversight.
• Stay updated on industry trends, integrating innovations into projects.

Project Management & Client Relations

• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
• Work closely with Project Managers to align priorities and resolve issues.
• Maintain transparent client communication, managing expectations effectively.
• Present accurate project timelines, ensuring alignment across teams.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify technical and process optimization opportunities.
• Enhance development methodologies and internal frameworks.
• Implement strategies to improve efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Team development and retention
• Client satisfaction and retention
• Technical quality of deliverables
• Operational efficiency and project success

Benefits

This is a 1099 Contractor Position (40 hours per week), initially for 3 months.
Compensation will be competitive.
Only US-based or Canada-based candidates (Citizens or Green Card Holders will be considered only).