Solution ArchitectLocation: Torrance, CA (Hybrid)Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture & Solution DesignDesign end-to-end solution architectures aligned with business objectives and technology strategies.Develop system architecture blueprints, technical roadmaps, and implementation plans.Ensure solutions meet scalability, performance, security, usability, and maintainability requirements.Drive business capability planning and technology enablement initiatives.Technology Evaluation & InnovationEvaluate emerging technologies, platforms, frameworks, and tools.Lead Proof of Technology (POT) and Proof of Concept (POC) initiatives.Recommend technology solutions that align with enterprise architecture standards and business goals.API & Integration ArchitectureDesign and govern APIs, integration patterns, and service-based architectures.Lead integration efforts involving enterprise applications, third-party systems, and cloud services.Ensure seamless interoperability and data exchange across platforms.Performance, Scalability & SecurityDefine and implement best practices for application performance and scalability.Conduct architecture reviews and identify performance bottlenecks.Ensure implementation of security controls including authentication, authorization, encryption, and secure communication protocols.Plan for future growth and capacity requirements.Development GovernancePerform manual and automated code reviews.Establish and enforce architecture standards, coding standards, and best practices.Mentor development teams and provide technical leadership.Drive reduction of technical debt and improve overall platform health.SDLC LeadershipParticipate throughout the entire Software Development Life Cycle:PlanningDesignArchitecture Review Board (ARB) approvalsDevelopment oversightTesting and quality assuranceDeployment and launchWarranty supportProduction supportOperational SupportLead issue triage and remediation activities during development and production.Provide architectural guidance for incident resolution and root-cause analysis.Support implementation, launch activities, and post-production stabilization.Documentation & CommunicationCreate architecture artifacts, technical specifications, design documents, and integration diagrams.Present solutions to Architecture Review Boards (ARB) and Centers of Excellence (COE).Conduct architecture reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions with development teams and stakeholders.Additional ResponsibilitiesAct as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for platform capabilities and architecture.Maintain a deep understanding of out-of-the-box (OOTB) platform functionality.Collaborate with Data Architects and data teams to ensure alignment across enterprise solutions.Assess platform maturity, technical debt, and optimization opportunities.Develop multi-quarter technology roadmaps and capability expansion plans.Take ownership of architecture deliverables, application quality, and technical outcomes.Required QualificationsExtensive experience in Solution, Application, Enterprise, and Integration Architecture.Strong understanding of modern application architecture patterns and enterprise systems.Experience with cloud platforms, APIs, integrations, and scalable application design.Proven experience leading architecture governance and technical decision-making.Strong knowledge of security architecture, performance optimization, and system scalability.Hands-on experience with code reviews and development best practices.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.