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Application Architect – Chicago, IL
Role:
Application Architect
Location:
Chicago, IL – Hybrid Onsite (LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY; In‑Person Client Evaluation Required)
Duration:
12+ Months
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Application Architect with strong expertise in cloud platforms, scalable solution design, security, and enterprise‑level architecture governance. The ideal candidate will provide strategic architectural direction while collaborating with diverse technical and business stakeholders in a hybrid onsite environment.
Must‑Have Skills
Deep, hands‑on proficiency with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Strong understanding of cloud‑native architectures, services, and deployment models
Strong knowledge of network architecture, cybersecurity principles, and infrastructure security
Expertise in data security, identity and access management (IAM), and zero‑trust security models
Strong background in operating systems
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C
Ability to design scalable, reliable, and cost‑efficient enterprise solutions
Deep understanding of architecture patterns (microservices, event‑driven, layered, domain‑driven)
Implementation techniques for service definition and decomposition
Strong knowledge of APIs, microservices, modern integration patterns, and cloud‑native best practices
Experience conducting code reviews, architecture reviews, security assessments, and incident response at enterprise scale
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to partner effectively with cross‑functional engineering, product, and business teams
Capability to balance tactical needs with long‑term strategic technology roadmaps
Key Responsibilities
Architect and design enterprise‑grade cloud solutions spanning AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Establish architectural standards, governance models, and best practices
Drive cloud strategy, platform modernization, microservices adoption, and API‑led transformation
Evaluate and recommend technologies aligned with future‑state architecture and business goals
Collaborate with cloud, DevOps, security, and engineering teams to design end‑to‑end solutions
Lead design reviews, threat assessments, risk identification, and mitigation strategies
Ensure platforms meet scalability, performance, availability, and cost‑optimization criteria
Support incident response and provide architectural guidance during high‑severity events
Mentor engineering teams and influence strategic technology direction
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Application Architect
Location:
Chicago, IL – Hybrid Onsite (LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY; In‑Person Client Evaluation Required)
Duration:
12+ Months
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Application Architect with strong expertise in cloud platforms, scalable solution design, security, and enterprise‑level architecture governance. The ideal candidate will provide strategic architectural direction while collaborating with diverse technical and business stakeholders in a hybrid onsite environment.
Must‑Have Skills
Deep, hands‑on proficiency with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Strong understanding of cloud‑native architectures, services, and deployment models
Strong knowledge of network architecture, cybersecurity principles, and infrastructure security
Expertise in data security, identity and access management (IAM), and zero‑trust security models
Strong background in operating systems
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C
Ability to design scalable, reliable, and cost‑efficient enterprise solutions
Deep understanding of architecture patterns (microservices, event‑driven, layered, domain‑driven)
Implementation techniques for service definition and decomposition
Strong knowledge of APIs, microservices, modern integration patterns, and cloud‑native best practices
Experience conducting code reviews, architecture reviews, security assessments, and incident response at enterprise scale
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to partner effectively with cross‑functional engineering, product, and business teams
Capability to balance tactical needs with long‑term strategic technology roadmaps
Key Responsibilities
Architect and design enterprise‑grade cloud solutions spanning AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Establish architectural standards, governance models, and best practices
Drive cloud strategy, platform modernization, microservices adoption, and API‑led transformation
Evaluate and recommend technologies aligned with future‑state architecture and business goals
Collaborate with cloud, DevOps, security, and engineering teams to design end‑to‑end solutions
Lead design reviews, threat assessments, risk identification, and mitigation strategies
Ensure platforms meet scalability, performance, availability, and cost‑optimization criteria
Support incident response and provide architectural guidance during high‑severity events
Mentor engineering teams and influence strategic technology direction
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