Sophia Talmadge

Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Solutions Architect to act as a key technical and business partner in delivering technology solutions for internal teams and external stakeholders. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Strategic Business Partners, Technical Architects, and cross-functional teams to define, implement, and manage scalable business solutions aligned with enterprise architecture and project management standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary ITS lead responsible for delivering business solutions aligned with organizational goals.

• Partner with internal and external technology experts to design, implement, and integrate systems, products, and web services.

• Lead the development and documentation of business requirements, use cases, and solution designs.

• Support architectural and enterprise standards, ensuring alignment with overall IT strategy.

• Estimate project timelines, resource needs, and cost impacts for new initiatives.

• Drive strategic planning and coordination of program management activities within the PMO.

• Manage vendor relationships and internal partnerships to deliver integrated, cost-effective solutions.

• Provide technical guidance and leadership in solution design and implementation.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to strategic IT roadmaps.

• Lead ROI analysis for technology investments and track performance metrics.

Required Qualifications:

• 4–5+ years of experience as a Business Architect or Business Solutions Architect in a mid-to-large enterprise environment.

• Proven experience in business analysis, requirements gathering, and documentation (use cases, workflows, user stories, technical specs).

• Strong understanding of both Agile and Waterfall development methodologies and the full SDLC.

• Excellent communication and relationship management skills; able to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Experience supporting project planning, scoping, budgeting, and execution in a cross-functional team environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks.

• Experience working in a hybrid Agile/Waterfall environment.

• Prior work with vendor solutions, custom application development, and systems integration.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package

• Full benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and more

• Opportunity to join an industry-leading organization

• Close-knit and team-oriented culture

Why IDR?

• 25+ years of proven industry experience across 4 major markets

• Employee Stock Ownership Program

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 11 years in a row

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