Solution Architect

Solution Architect with 15+ years of IT experience (7+ in architecture) to lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and cloud-native enterprise solutions. The architect will focus on solution architecture, digital transformation, AI/ML-driven use cases, API and event-driven systems, and hybrid/cloud deployment (preferably Azure). The architect should have deep knowledge in SOA, microservices, middleware, security protocols, and integration patterns, with hands-on experience across Azure, AWS, OpenShift, and containerization. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and pre-sales solutioning skills are essential. Preferred certifications include TOGAF and Microsoft Azure Architect Expert, with domain experience in Financial Services, Real Estate, e-Commerce, or Aviation.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop solution architectures, design models, and technology roadmaps aligned to enterprise standards.Define infrastructure, hosting, and deployment strategies (Azure or hybrid preferred).Architect AI/ML-driven solutions (predictive analytics, personalization, demand forecasting, chatbots, computer vision).Design systems for high availability, reliability, scalability, and security, capable of handling large-scale API and event-driven workloads.Lead complex engagements end-to-end, covering client satisfaction, value delivery, team leadership, and financials.Develop and execute solutioning strategies for Managed Services offerings aligned with industry best practices.Drive technology evaluations, POCs, and adoption of emerging technologies, ensuring integration with cloud, middleware, and legacy systems.Provide architectural leadership in Agile and Waterfall models, ensuring governance and standards.Collaborate with business stakeholders, delivery teams, and pre-sales to translate requirements into scalable solutions and support proposals/estimations.Technical CompetenciesStrong experience in digital transformation programs and ecosystem integration (mobile apps, microservices, containers, APIs, event-streams, message brokers).Deep expertise in architecture patterns (SOA, microservices, event-driven, cloud-native).Strong knowledge of application security (OWASP Top 10, authentication, authorization, encryption, monitoring, compliance).Hands-on with Azure, AWS, OpenShift, OCI, with exposure to platforms like WS02, Azure API gateway, etc.Proficiency in API gateways, identity providers (IDP), and security protocols (OAuth, SAML, TLS).Development expertise with React.js, Node.js, REST/SOAP, API Gateway, Middleware, IAM, Databases.Proven experience in designing cloud-native, container-based applications with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.Skilled with enterprise architecture tools (Enterprise Architect), data modeling, and reusable design patterns.Ability to stay updated with latest architecture trends and embed them into enterprise strategies.Strong technical proficiency in middleware, integration patterns, and security protocols to ensure resilient and compliant solutions.Qualifications & Skills15+ years of IT experience, including 7+ years in solution/enterprise architecture.Expertise in Solution & Enterprise Architecture, SOA, Microservices, Event-Driven, Cloud-Native, Domain-Driven, and Model-Driven Design.Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Preferred CertificationsTOGAF (latest version)Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect ExpertPreferred DomainsFinancial ServicesReal Estatee-CommerceAviation