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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Solutions Architect - **Company:** CFAN Company - **Location:** San Marcos, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $135,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Software Documentation, Code Review, Collaborative Software, Information Systems, Data Architecture, Desktop Computing, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Project, Microsoft PowerPoint, PRINCE2, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Power BI, Service Design, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Visual Systems, Enterprise Data Management, Smartsheet, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Information Technology, Low-code, Data Management, Software Version Control, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2d0a17edd2c57909 ## About the Role * Thoroughness * Organizational skills and prioritization * Data literacy and analytics mindset * Ethical conduct * Detail-oriented execution * Time management * Project management frameworks (Agile/Scrum, hybrid, waterfall) * Technical acumen across solution architecture, business analysis, service design, software delivery, infrastructure and platform concepts, and performance measurement * Ability to learn new technologies quickly and independently * Strong communication and stakeholder management Required Education and Experience: * At least 3 years of experience in software engineering, systems design, or solution architecture, including demonstrated responsibility for solution design and technical decision-making; 7 or more years of relevant experience is preferred. * Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field from an accredited college or university (or equivalent experience). * Working knowledge of AI and large language models, with hands-on experience designing solutions that use APIs, microservices, or containerized components. * Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform, such as AWS or Azure; familiarity with the other is preferred. * Proficiency in at least one modern programming language, such as Python, Java, or Go, with the ability to review code and guide implementation decisions. * Proficiency with Microsoft 365 collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint) and at least one project/work management tool (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps). * Advanced skills with Power BI, Fabriq or similar analytics/visual management tools. Preferred Education/Certifications: * Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and a "big picture" mindset for problem-solving. * Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. * Strong technical fluency: APIs/integrations, manufacturing tooling, identity/access concepts, and basic cybersecurity/data privacy practices. * Ability to develop and lead training sessions for users with varying levels of technical knowledge; strong documentation skills (SOPs, work instructions, and technical/user guides). * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional programs/projects, manage vendors, and influence without authority. * SharePoint/Teams power user (site structure, permissions basics, forms/workflows); familiarity with low-code tools (e.g., Power Platform) is a plus. * Strong presentation and communication skills with customers, suppliers, auditors, staff, and production associates. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Performing the duties of this job will require the ability to lift equipment no more than 40 lbs., walk, bend or stand frequently. Occasionally requires sitting and working on computers/Network/Software and phones. ## Description * Lead the design and maintenance of scalable, secure, and resilient system architecture. * Contribute to and apply technical standards, blueprints, and patterns, with a focus on manufacturing solutions. * Design solution-level data architectures and contribute to enterprise data strategies, including data-lake implementation and optimization, to support data accessibility, integrity, performance, and downstream analytics. * Craft user-centric service models that balance technical feasibility with business utility. * Partner with business and technical stakeholders to define scope, success metrics, and a future-state roadmap, leveraging Agile, SDLC, and PMI principles. * Translate ambiguous business needs into detailed technical specifications. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify pain points and document functional/non-functional requirements. * Design solutions for high availability, supportability, and seamless integration, and collaborate with delivery and operations teams to validate these qualities throughout implementation. * Evaluate and recommend improvements to the internal development stack. Partner with development and platform teams to optimize CI/CD pipelines, version control practices, and automated testing frameworks that improve developer velocity. * Develop automated reporting dashboards to provide visibility into technical performance and ROI. * Facilitate architecture decisions across IT, engineering, operations, and external vendors, documenting agreed environments, integrations, constraints, and implementation approaches. * Deliver training, change enablement, and responsive customer support for implemented solutions; ensure a seamless transition to functional owners and service teams. * Develop detailed process maps, standard operating procedures, and technical/user documentation that supports sustainment and audit readiness. * Stay current with industry trends by researching and adopting project delivery tools, software, and technologies that support innovation and continuous improvement. * Other duties as assigned by leadership.