New

Solutions Architect

Genesis10
life insurance, 401(k)

Jan 26, 2026
Genesis10 is currently seeking a Solutions Architect for a 12-month contract role with our client in Eagan, MN. This role will be 100% onsite. Compensation: $90.00 - $97.00 per hour, depending on skill and experience level. Role Summary The Solution Architect is responsible for designing end-to-end technology solutions that align business objectives with technical strategy. This role translates business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable architectures while ensuring solutions integrate effectively across platforms, applications, and data sources. The Solution Architect partners closely with business leaders, product owners, engineering teams, and enterprise architecture to ensure solutions are technically sound, cost-effective, and aligned with organizational standards. Key Responsibilities Solution Design & Architecture Design end-to-end solution architectures that meet functional, non-functional, and business requirements. Define application, integration, data, and infrastructure architecture for new initiatives and enhancements. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, cloud strategies, and security requirements. Evaluate and recommend technologies, patterns, and frameworks to support scalability and maintainability. Business & Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with business stakeholders to understand objectives, constraints, and success criteria. Translate business needs into clear architectural designs, diagrams, and technical specifications. Act as a trusted advisor to delivery teams, product owners, and leadership. Delivery Support & Governance Guide development teams during implementation to ensure adherence to architecture and design intent. Participate in design reviews, technical decision forums, and architecture governance processes. Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and trade-offs. Support release planning and ensure architectural readiness for deployment. Integration & Data Architecture Design and oversee system integrations (APIs, messaging, batch, event-driven architectures). Ensure data flows, data quality, and data security are properly addressed. Align solutions with enterprise data platforms and integration standards. Non-Functional Requirements Address performance, scalability, availability, security, resiliency, and compliance requirements. Ensure solutions meet regulatory and compliance standards (HIPAA, SOX, PCI, etc., as applicable). Incorporate observability, logging, and monitoring into solution designs. Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience Experience 7 years of IT experience with application development, systems integration, or infrastructure 3 years in a Solution Architect or senior technical design role Experience working in Agile / Scrum / SAFe delivery environments Experience supporting multi-team or program-level initiatives Technical Skills Application Architecture: Microservices, monolithic, hybrid architectures Integration: REST APIs, messaging, event-driven patterns Cloud Platforms: AWS DevOps & CI/CD: Understanding of build, deployment, and release pipelines Security: Authentication, authorization, data protection, and secure design principles Data Concepts: Relational and NoSQL databases, data flows, and data governance Familiarity with modern development stacks-Java Soft Skills & Leadership Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to influence without direct authority Comfortable working in matrixed, cross-functional environments If you have the qualifications described and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a permanent placement opportunity, our recruiter can discuss the unique benefits offered by that particular client with you. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most of whom have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20 years. The opportunity to have a career with Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average). Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF) Remote opportunities available For multiple years, Genesis10 has been recognized as a top staffing firm in the U.S., as well as a best company for work-life balance, career growth, diversity, and leadership, among other distinctions. To learn more or explore our available career opportunities, please visit us at www.genesis10.com . Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.