Solutions Architect

Company: A-Line Staffing Solutions
Location: Lansing
Posted on: April 17, 2025

Job Description:

Title: Software Application Architect

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Location: Lansing, MI (2-days onsite, 3-days remote Hybrid Schedule)

Note: This is a W2 contract role, and is NOT open to C2C candidates

This position is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of scalable, secure, and modern software applications. In addition to delivering new solutions, the role will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing existing IT applications. The Application Architect will provide technical leadership and hands-on expertise to development teams, with a focus on usability, security, mobility, maintainability, and code reuse. This full stack role blends architecture, leadership, and development responsibilities. Ideal candidates for this role will work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate closely with departmental program managers, project teams, and technology oversight groups.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable application architectures using .NET and modern JavaScript frameworks (primarily React)
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams across the full software development lifecycle
Architect and implement microservices-based solutions with RESTful APIs and asynchronous communication patterns
Collaborate with UX/UI designers and product owners to apply Human-Centered Design principles to software design
Ensure adherence to WCAG 2.1 and ADA compliance guidelines for all user-facing applications
Optimize applications for maximum performance, security, and scalability
Participate in code reviews and guide best practices in clean, testable, and maintainable code
Integrate with SQL Server and other relational and NoSQL databases
Drive DevSecOps adoption for faster and more reliable delivery
Stay current with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions that align with business goals

Key Qualifications:

8+ years of professional experience in software development, with experience in a hands-on Application Architect or Technical Lead capacity
Expertise in .NET Core / .NET, C#, ASP.NET MVC/Web API
Proficiency in React, TypeScript, and JavaScript
Strong experience with SQL Server, writing complex queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning
Experience in RESTful APIs and modern authentication protocols (OAuth2, OpenID Connect)
Experience with accessibility standards (ADA, WCAG 2.1) and inclusive design
Experience with Unit Testing, Integration, and Test Automation using ADO
Working knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and Azure DevOps
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with stakeholders
Experience in TDD and/or Test Automation using ADO, TestComplete, or similar tool preferred
A solid understanding of microservices architecture and related patterns (e.g., service discovery, API gateway, message queues, etc.) preferred
Experience or Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) preferred
A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other relevant field required

Note: This is a W2 contract role, and is NOT open to C2C candidates

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