Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, and the company will not assume sponsorship obligations for existing visa holders.

Living Our Values
All associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies. We strive to ensure that every decision we make and every action we take demonstrates Our Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates lasting benefits for all of our associates, shareholders, and the communities in which we live.

Why Join Us

• Career Growth: Advance your career with opportunities for leadership and personal development.
• Culture of Excellence: Be part of a supportive team that values your input and encourages innovation.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that looks after both your professional and personal needs.

Total Rewards
Our Total Rewards package underscores our commitment to recognizing your contributions. We offer a competitive and fair compensation structure that includes base pay and performance-based rewards. Compensation is based on skill set, experience, qualifications, and job-related requirements. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, and generous paid leave. Discover more about what we offer by visiting our Benefits page.

A Day In The Life
Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge AI and machine learning solutions that will transform business operations. This is not just a technical role; it is a strategic position that will help define how AI, ML, and data science integrate into the company's technology landscape, spanning industries such as financial services, automotive, sports, hospitality, and entertainment. The ideal candidate will be able to seamlessly operate at the enterprise level, shaping the architectural vision for intelligent, data-driven solutions while remaining deeply engaged with development teams to ensure execution aligns with strategic goals. This role requires a unique combination of technical excellence, hands-on development experience, and leadership presence. The Solution Architect will collaborate closely with executive stakeholders, engineering teams, and business partners to drive the adoption of AI-powered solutions, ensuring they are scalable, efficient, and impactful. A strong understanding of data management, data architecture, and how data flows through enterprise systems is essential to designing solutions that fully leverage AI and analytics capabilities.

As a Solution Architect you will:

• Define and own the AI/ML solution architecture, setting the technical vision for enterprise-wide adoption of intelligent systems.
• Design and implement enterprise applications that integrate AI/ML capabilities, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and high performing.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring best practices in software engineering, data management, and cloud computing.
• Bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution by collaborating closely with business leaders, engineers, and data scientists.
• Establish and promote architectural standards that drive innovation and efficiency across the organization.
• Ensure seamless integration between AI/ML models and core business applications, optimizing performance and maintainability.
• Lead discussions with executive stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into clear business value propositions.
• Solve complex technical challenges, including scalability, security, and real-time data processing.
• Understand enterprise data architecture and how data platforms, including Databricks, fit into AI/ML and analytics-driven solutions.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in AI, cloud computing, and enterprise software development, positioning the organization for long-term success.

What We Need From You

• Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, MIS, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Req
• 8+ years of experience specifically in solution architecture. Required
• 10+ years of experience in software development Required
• Proven experience as both an enterprise architect and a hands-on solution architect, capable of bridging high-level strategy with day-to-day implementation. Required
• Full-stack development experience in .NET, including front-end frameworks such as Blazor, React, or Angular, and back-end services. Required
• Experience with event-driven architectures and real-time data streaming, including Kafka or similar technologies. Required
• Experience with enterprise data management principles and platforms, including Databricks, and how they support AI-driven solutions. Required
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, and containerization. Required
• Experience with infrastructure automation and container orchestration, including Kubernetes, Terraform, or similar technologies. Required
• Experience in financial services, insurance, automotive, sports, hospitality, entertainment, or related industries. Preferred
• Experience with high-performance computing or distributed systems. Preferred
• Deep expertise in enterprise software architecture, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Strong background in cloud computing with extensive hands-on experience in AWS services.
• Expertise in API design and management, including RESTful and event-driven APIs.
• Strong understanding of integrating AI/ML capabilities into enterprise applications, collaborating with data science teams to bring models into production.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with executive stakeholders, build strong relationships, and instill confidence in technical strategies.
• Deep knowledge of security, compliance, and best practices for enterprise software solutions.
• Thrives at the intersection of technology, strategy, and execution.
• Technical excellence, leadership acumen, and the ability to inspire confidence at all levels of the organization.

Physical and Environmental RequirementsThe physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of the job, the associate is required on a daily basis to analyze and interpret data, communicate, and remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the work day and frequently access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The associate is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The associate must frequently move up to 10 pounds and occasionally move up to 25 pounds.

Travel Requirements
20% Minimal travel is required for this position (up to 20% of the time and on a domestic basis).

Join Us
The Friedkin Group and its affiliates are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@friedkin.com. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

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