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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Solutions Architect - **Company:** Endeavor Air - **Location:** Minneapolis, MN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $84,800.0 - $102,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Information Systems, Identity and Access Management, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, System Testing, Systems Integration, Integration Tests, Information Technology - **Published:** May 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=27d3c63cdd19698b ## About the Role Do you have experience in Team motivation (leadership skill)?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent professional experience. * 4+ years of experience contributing to the architecture and design of new and existing software * 4+ years of experience in a systems design or application development environment. * Proven experience designing and supporting enterprise-scale systems with multiple integrations. * Strong understanding of: * + Enterprise and solution architecture concepts + API and service-based integration patterns + Data flows and interoperability across platforms + Security, identity, and compliance requirements * Experience supporting testing cycles, production issues, and defect resolution in complex system environments. * Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience in regulated, operational, or safety-critical environments. * Familiarity with vendor-managed platforms and third-party system integrations. * Exposure to electronic records, auditability, or compliance-driven systems. * Experience supporting platforms used by frontline, field, or operational teams. Work Environment & Physical Demands: * Repetitive motion such as: typing. * Minimal physical exertion such as: pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking, and light lifting of boxes, bags files, and electronic equipment not in excess of 30 lbs. * Computer work, in a typical office environment sitting for the majority of the day. * Able to work additional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. * Some travel may be required. ## Description The Solutions Architect is the enterprise design authority for Technical Operations platforms and integrations. This role translates business and operational needs into secure, scalable, and well-integrated solutions while maintaining architectural ownership through delivery, testing, and production support. By providing centralized architectural accountability - including integration testing and defect resolution - this role ensures technology solutions are stable, cohesive, and sustainable as the Technical Operations environment grows in complexity. Responsibilities: Enterprise Solution Architecture * Serve as the solution architect of record for Technical Operations platforms, systems, and integrations. * Design and document end-to-end solution architectures, integrating internal systems, vendor platforms, and enterprise services. * Establish and govern architecture standards, integration patterns, and technical principles to reduce redundancy and fragmentation. * Ensure architectures align with enterprise security, identity management, compliance, and audit requirements. Integration & Platform Enablement * Design and oversee cross-system integrations, APIs, and data flows across the Technical Operations ecosystem. * Evaluate technology options and vendor solutions for architectural fit, scalability, and long-term sustainability. * Guide product and delivery teams away from isolated solutions toward reusable and enterprise-aligned designs. Testing, Validation, & Defect Resolution * Maintain architectural ownership through system and integration testing cycles, ensuring solutions perform as designed. * Define and support integration testing strategies, including validation criteria and cross-system test scenarios. * Serve as a technical escalation point for defects spanning applications, integrations, and data flows. * Perform or guide root-cause analysis to distinguish design, configuration, integration, or platform-related defects. * Partner with IT teams, vendors, and product owners to drive defect resolution, retesting, and release readiness. Production Readiness & Operational Stability * Ensure solutions are designed for operational stability, resilience, and supportability. * Support go-live planning, production readiness assessments, and post-deployment stabilization. * Monitor recurring architectural or integration issues and drive systemic improvements to reduce future defects and rework. Architecture Governance & Collaboration * Act as the technical bridge between Technical Operations, enterprise IT, and external solution providers. * Participate in governance reviews, presenting architectural options, tradeoffs, and risk assessments. * Contribute to technology roadmaps, modernization initiatives, and future capability planning. * Mentor delivery teams on architectural standards and integration best practices without formal people management responsibilities. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Competencies Required: * Ethics and Values - Supports positive change and diversity that will support healthy organizational growth. Serves as a champion for projects and programs that are beneficial to the company. * Knows our Business - Is informed and knowledgeable about trends in the field. Is willing to use own knowledge to constructively challenge institutional practices and systems that might be improved to increase organizational results. * Building Trust & Decision Making - Treats all team members in a respectful, courteous, and professional manner, and values the input of all. Recognizes when analysis is sufficient to proceed with making a good decision. * Drives For Results by Inspiring Others - Develops clear workable plans with timelines, goals, and ways to measure results. Fosters engagement across different teams. * Know your Team & Leading People - Works inclusively with others on the team and across the organization to reach common goals. Is approachable and friendly. 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