Solution Architect (Hybrid/Onsite)

We are seeking a Senior Solutions Architect (Contractor) to support Vizient s Strategic Growth Engineering organization. This is a hands-on role focused on designing and delivering end-to-end, cloud-native solutions spanning data platforms, full-stack applications, and AI-enabled capabilities. You will work across the full technology stack Angular front-end, .NET-based services, and Databricks-powered data platforms to build scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions. A key aspect of this role includes enabling AI-driven experiences using RAG patterns and Databricks Genie, integrated into modern application architectures. This role requires a strong practitioner mindset you won t just define architecture, you ll build, prototype, and guide implementation while partnering closely with Engineering, Product, CloudOps, Security, and IT teams., Design and deliver end-to-end solution architectures spanning front-end (Angular), back-end (.NET), data platforms (Databricks), APIs, and cloud infrastructure (Azure). Act as a hands-on architect, contributing code, prototypes, and reference implementations across application, data, and AI layers. Architect and implement modern full-stack applications, ensuring seamless integration between UI, services, and data platforms. Lead the design of data and analytics solutions using Databricks, including data pipelines, lakehouse architecture, and integration with application services. Design and integrate AI-enabled solutions, including: Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) patterns Databricks Genie and conversational data interfaces Secure and scalable LLM integration into applications Collaborate with engineering teams to build reusable frameworks, shared services, and integration patterns across front-end, back-end, and data layers. Partner with Product, Engineering, CloudOps, and Security teams to ensure security, reliability, and governance are embedded into all solutions. Lead architecture and design sessions, providing clear technical direction and influencing decisions across stakeholders. Ensure solutions meet non-functional requirements including performance, scalability, cost optimization, security, and compliance (HIPAA, SOC 2). Drive adoption of modern engineering practices, including CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, automated testing, and observability. Mentor team members and promote engineering excellence and best practices across the organization. Ensure all solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, data governance policies, and CISO directives.

Skills: ASP.NET 4.5 Experience Required: 8-10, Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience). 7+ years of software engineering experience, including 5+ years in architecture or senior design roles. Proven experience as a hands-on Solutions Architect in enterprise, cloud-native environments. Strong experience building full-stack applications, including: Front-end: Angular (or similar modern frameworks) Back-end: .NET / C# APIs and services Solid experience with Databricks and data engineering, including Spark, Delta Lake, and pipeline development (balanced with application focus). Experience designing and implementing AI-enabled solutions, including RAG architectures and LLM integration. Familiarity with Databricks Genie or similar conversational analytics / AI tooling. Strong experience with Microsoft Azure, including compute, storage, networking, and security services. Experience with API design, event-driven architectures, and distributed systems. Proficiency in programming and scripting (e.g., C#, Python, SQL, Bash). Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Pulumi) and CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge of security and compliance frameworks such as HIPAA and SOC 2. Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value. Preferred: Experience in healthcare or regulated industries Azure and/or Databricks certifications Experience building data-driven or AI-powered user experiences