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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Solutions Architect IV - **Company:** PTR Global - **Location:** Birmingham, AL, United States - **Salary:** $187,200.0 - $197,600.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Multitier Architecture, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Services, Microsoft Azure, Business Process Model and Notation, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Cyber Security, Data Security, Software Design Patterns, Middleware, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Python (Programming Language), OpenShift, Oracle (Applications), Reliability Engineering, Salesforce.Com, UML, Workflow Management Systems, Rust (Programming Language), Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Splunk, Software Version Control, Dynatrace, Serverless Computing, Golang, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/0ac14d5c-dfd1-44ba-a131-b8ac21ab9e4c ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field and seven (7) years of enterprise solutions and/or technical architecture experience; or a High School Diploma/GED and eleven (11) years of related experience. * Experience with N-tier architectures and complex design architectures. * Proficiency in Agile methods. * Experience with technical application and information architecture delivery techniques and methodologies. Certifications/Licensures: * Certifications in the technology domain of the enterprise. Skills and Competencies: * Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly. * Advanced knowledge of security design techniques. * Proficiency in using design patterns to align business requirements with technical strategies. * Familiarity with documentation standards such as BPMN and UML. * Hands-on experience with programming languages like Java, Go, C#, Rust, Python, etc. * Knowledge of cloud infrastructure platforms and serverless architectures (AWS, Azure preferred). * Experience with containers and orchestration tools (Kubernetes, OpenShift preferred). * Familiarity with observability frameworks and platforms (OpenTelemetry, DynaTrace, Splunk preferred). * Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce. * Understanding of organizational technologies (e.g., Middleware, .NET, J2EE, Oracle). ## Description The Solutions Architect IV oversees multiple dimensions of assigned applications and/or capabilities, including but not limited to stability, life cycle management, version control, design and development, mapping of business requirements to capability-oriented technical requirements, and ensuring technology solutions to business needs are developed in accordance with the architectural roadmap, guidelines, and standards., * Manage end-to-end solution architectures from conception through delivery into production. * Partner with business and technology subject-matter experts to translate business requirements into technological solutions. * Participate in the design and modeling of architectures for delivery, development, and support of projects. * Collaborate with other domain architects to provide scalable and adaptable architectural solutions. * Develop roadmaps to align IT priorities with business partner requirements and strategies. * Promote the reuse of services, components, frameworks, and infrastructure as code to reduce costs and improve information flow. * Support team members in designing deployment strategies and solutions. * Identify opportunities to simplify code, architectures, and vendor dependencies. * Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with technical decision-makers within Technology. * Make recommendations to improve application operational efficiency and enhance program usage. * Lead the design of both physical and logical components of solution architectures for positive business outcomes. * Ensure compliance with architectural principles and patterns in collaboration with Enterprise Architecture. * Oversee technical analysis and design capabilities. * Provide feedback to Enterprise Architecture on potential deviations or necessary modifications to architectural principles. * Work closely with Cyber Security to address network, application, and data security requirements. * Understand non-functional requirements that may impact solution architecture. * Ensure solutions are observable and secure by design in collaboration with software delivery teams. * Work with business stakeholders and site reliability teams to create service level objectives and agreements. * Provide consultation on complex projects and coach junior-level architects., * Purchase any product, service, or gift cards from us or for us as part of an application, interview, or selection process. * Provide sensitive financial information such as credit card numbers or banking information. Successfully placed or hired candidates would only be asked for banking details after accepting an offer from us during our official onboarding processes as part of payroll setup. Pay Range: $90 - $95/hr. W2 The specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K contributions, as well as PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work. If you receive a suspicious message, email, or phone call claiming to be from PTR Global do not respond or click on any links. Instead, contact us directly at +1 . To report any concerns, please email us at During the hiring process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in evaluating information related to your application. These tools may help analyze job-related qualifications or assist recruiters in reviewing applications and interview responses. AI-generated information is one factor considered in our hiring process. 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