Cloud Solutions Architect (AWS preferred, front-end frameworks like React, Angular)

Requirements

• 12-15+ years of IT experience
• 5+ years experience in cloud-native architecture (AWS, hybrid on-prem/cloud), API design, and data integration.
• 10+ years experience with front-end frameworks (React, Angular), mobile platforms, and design systems.
• 5+ years experience in CI/CD pipeline design, containerization, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, GitHub Actions).
• 5+ years experience and proven collaboration with Enterprise Architecture, Product, Security Engineering, and Infrastructure & Operations teams.
• 2+ years experience leading AI-driven initiatives or deploying AI capabilities in production is a plus.
• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.

Certifications (examples)

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional (preferred)
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate

Core competencies

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate architectural intent, tradeoffs, and recommendations.
• Strategic thinking and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Strong client-centric mindset, focused on delivering world-class advisor and client experiences.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, regulated environment and manage competing priorities.

Preferences

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for financial services.

About the Role

The Solution Architect partners with senior leaders in Enterprise Architecture, Product, Security Engineering, Infrastructure, and Operations to define and implement architectural strategies that enable secure, scalable, and efficient delivery of advisor and client-facing capabilities. This role requires hands-on expertise in cloud-native architecture, front-end and mobile frameworks, API design, data integration, and regulatory compliance, with a strong emphasis on user experience, operational resilience, and business value. The architect will lead or support initiatives spanning ClientWorks Essentials, Mobile, Compass, Householding, and Design System modernization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable impact. This individual must be comfortable working autonomously and collaboratively, mentoring others, and driving adoption of modern architecture practices across a hybrid enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

• Architect and evolve the ClientWorks platform, overseeing the design and delivery of foundational capabilities including account opening, client management, trading, reporting, and dashboard customization.
• Ensure seamless integration with advisor workflow and third-party solutions.
• Lead cross-domain initiatives, driving architectural alignment for ClientWorks Essentials, Mobile, Compass, Householding, and Design System efforts.
• Facilitate technical deep-dives, whiteboarding, and Candidate Architecture Designs reviews to resolve complex requirements and dependencies.
• Champion security and compliance, ensuring platform architecture meets regulatory standards for financial services.
• Partner with Security Engineering to implement robust authentication, authorization, and data protection mechanisms.
• Optimize cloud and hybrid infrastructure, architecting solutions for scalable, resilient, and cost-effective delivery.
• Address incident response, adaptive capacity, and performance optimization for high-volume API endpoints.
• Drive integration and automation, leading efforts to connect ClientWorks with platforms such as Salesforce and Wealthbox, enabling workflow automation and real-time insights.
• Mentor development teams in adopting modern architecture, DevSecOps, and design system practices.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Additional Information

Estimated Min Rate: $70.00

Estimated Max Rate: $95.00

W2 Only

LOCATION: Onsite 3-4 days per week in Fort Mills, SC OR Austin, TX or NYC, NY

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