Solution Architect

Job Category: Solution Architect
Job Type: Onsite
Job Location: Arkansas Little Rock
Compensation: Depends on Experience
W2: W2-Contract Only; Kindly note that applications on a C2C basis will not be considered for this role.

US Work Authorization Requirement:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. This includes, but is not limited to, U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, and other individuals with valid U.S. work authorization.

Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect with deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to design and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions. You will collaborate with business and technical teams to drive architecture decisions, ensure best practices, and implement innovative solutions across enterprise projects.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead design and implementation of GCP-based solutions that meet business and technical requirements.
Develop architecture blueprints, standards, and best practices for cloud solutions.
Collaborate with development, operations, and business teams for seamless integration.
Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and technical reviews.
Ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and cost-optimized.
Mentor technical teams and guide cloud architecture adoption.

Required Qualifications:
12+ years of IT experience, with strong solution architecture expertise.
GCP Certified Professional (certificate must be uploaded).
Proven experience designing and implementing cloud solutions on GCP.
Knowledge of cloud architecture patterns, microservices, and containerization.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and infrastructure-as-code.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills:
Multi-cloud experience (AWS, Azure) and hybrid cloud architectures.
Hands-on with Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration.
Familiarity with data analytics, AI/ML, and serverless architectures.
Experience in agile environments and leading technical workshops.