Sample solution architect job description

At [Company X], we strive to continually provide our customers with the high level of service and convenience they’ve come to expect in a changing world. A key part of this mission is ensuring we have optimized IT infrastructure — and to do that, we need a qualified and dedicated solution architect. Preferred candidates will be skilled at identifying pain points and designing or modifying technical solutions to solve company problems. The solution architect will be deeply involved in daily work across all business units, regularly interacting with both stakeholders and subject matter experts.

Develop an understanding of our existing IT infrastructure while actively searching for improvement areas

Streamline workflows by implementing inventive technical solutions

Engage with stakeholders, updating them on IT development processes and costs

Drive organization-wide process optimization

Meet short- and long-term business goals

Evaluate existing and emerging technologies on a regular basis

Design and test technical architecture

Connect with subject matter experts (SMEs) to identify problem areas 

Propose IT solutions to company challenges

Develop and review code

Ensure comprehensive IT documentation

Partner with teams across business functions to drive organizational efficiency

Excellent analytical skills

Knack for finding creative solutions

Solid understanding of IT topics

Keen attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Familiarity with coding languages, operating systems, and databases

Understanding of process optimization and deployment

Experience working with various infrastructure platforms

Ability to organize and prioritize critical projects

Interest in new and developing technologies

Willingness to work closely with various business units