job summary: Responsible for overseeing Application systems, architecture, design, data workflow, logical processes, and system interfaces. Assure synergy between software and hardware architecture to maximize that relationship. Determine and develop architectural approaches and solutions, conduct business reviews, document current systems, and develop recommendations on how to proceed with the applications. With a strong emphasis on microservices architecture, APIs, and cloud-native technologies, this role ensures security, scalability, reliability and cost optimization across the platform. As a key contributor, the Solution Architect will collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-performance solutions that meet business goals, ensuring long-term success through strategic alignment, robust architecture/design, and ongoing optimization. location: Atlanta, Georgia job type: Contract salary: $79 - 80 per hour work hours: 9am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Be a subject matter expert on the solutions that they are responsible forUnderstand the strengths and weaknesses of the entire solutionKnow the relationships between components within the solution as well as with non-solution componentsAct as an escalation point for troubleshooting P1 issues and offering remediation solutionsWork with Product Owners to ensure safe and sustainable delivery of visionHave visibility into the product road map and ensure technical pathways exist to implement solutionsTake ownership of architectural technical debtFacilitate the creation of work items into the backlogAdvocate for prioritization of architectural technical debtWork with Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Security, PMO and Implementation team to: Identify and plan solution improvementsCreate modern architected solutionsAssist Enterprise Architecture in preparing Reference Architecture for BTS proposalSolidify solution architecture into reusable reference architecture for all of Heartland to easily reuseWork on POCs for new architecture, cloud offerings, standards, and software qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent 15+ years experience in architecture and design5+ years experience in software development in Java/Kotlin/C#5+ years experience in microservices architecture and APIs, Internet gateways Gateways and APIMs3+ years experience as a Team LeadIn-depth knowledge of application security best practicesExperience in building highly available systemsExperience with databases and queriesExperience with multi-threading and concurrency skills: Maintain Architecture and Standards within implementation teamsEnsure best practice standards are followed consistently across teams to create\maintain a sustainable and scalable productEnsure new implementation is following approved architecture, or work to submit new architecture if a new standard needs to be createdSupport in the diagnosis and resolution of new and existing architecture issues and risksConduct Build Reviews to ensure the design documentation reflects the implemented solutionParticipate in a community of practice with EA, CE, Security and other Solution Architects Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.