> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3744053-director-of-solutions-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3744053-director-of-solutions-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of Solutions Architect - **Company:** Motion Recruitment Partners LLC. - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Distributed Systems, Design of User Interfaces, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Spring-boot, Containerization, Information Technology, Data Management, Api Design, Restful APIs, Devsecops - **Published:** October 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8e4a349f-7e27-4e45-9469-ae04c75c894d ## About the Role * Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science or a related field. * 15+ years of experience designing, developing, and delivering enterprise technology solutions. * Proven experience leading solution architecture from strategy through implementation, including architecture ownership, design documentation, and stakeholder communication. * Strong hands-on experience designing, developing, and supporting cloud applications in AWS environments, including containerized applications and custom enterprise solutions. * Demonstrated experience with API-first architecture, including modern, decoupled, secure, and scalable APIs. * Prior hands-on software development experience with Java, Spring Boot, and JavaScript, with experience building APIs and user interfaces clearly demonstrated on the resume. * Experience designing secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-native solutions, including application modernization and migration initiatives. * Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, security, data architecture, scalability, and resiliency. * Experience with DevSecOps practices, CI/CD automation, and AWS Well-Architected Framework principles. * Experience working with databases, data platforms, and data APIs in public cloud environments. * Ability to assess business priorities, evaluate technical risks and tradeoffs, and translate business needs into technology solutions. * Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build relationships across product, engineering, architecture, and leadership teams. * Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills. Desired Skills & Experience * Experience within the financial services or investment management industry. * Experience contributing to AI/ML strategies, roadmaps, and enterprise technology initiatives. * Experience with containerization, cloud-native application patterns, and modern distributed systems. * Experience leading architecture initiatives across multiple engineering squads. * Experience developing product roadmaps, architecture artifacts, and technical improvement plans. * Familiarity with enterprise cloud governance, security standards, and application modernization strategies. * Passion for emerging technologies and the ability to work across multiple languages, frameworks, and platforms. ## Description * 35% AWS Cloud Architecture & Application Design * 25% API-First Architecture & Application Modernization * 20% Enterprise Architecture, Security & DevSecOps * 10% Data Architecture & Platform Integration * 10% AI/ML Strategy & Emerging Technologies Daily Responsibilities * 40% Hands-On Architecture, Technical Design & Development Guidance * 30% Technical Leadership & Architecture Strategy * 30% Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management