Krasan Consulting Services · 1 day ago
Senior Solution Architect
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $150K/yr
15+ years expKrasan Consulting Services is a strategic consulting firm seeking a Senior Solution Architect responsible for designing innovative and scalable technology solutions. This role involves leading solutioning efforts, engaging with clients, and ensuring architectural integrity while driving business value.
Information TechnologyIT ManagementManagement Consulting
Hiring Manager
Rick Tobin
Responsibilities
Design and deliver enterprise-grade architectures for complex initiatives ranging from $3M–$30M+ , balancing short-term wins with long-term sustainability, often with incomplete or evolving inputs
Maintain a big-picture architectural perspective while managing critical technical details to ensure alignment with enterprise strategy and business objectives
Apply enterprise architecture principles (including TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent frameworks) to guide structure, governance, and decision-making without being overly academic or process-heavy
Utilize design patterns, integration strategies, and microservices principles to build resilient, scalable, and maintainable systems
Drive end-to-end solutioning for complex client and internal initiatives, ensuring feasibility, scalability, and strategic alignment
Lead solution estimation, defining LOE, scope, staffing models, timelines, assumptions, and risks
Collaborate with Client Services and business development teams to shape solution strategies and present technical vision during proposal and pre-sales activities
Act as a trusted advisor, translating business requirements into actionable technical strategies
Confidently recommend, defend, and communicate architectural decisions with clarity to executives, business leaders, and delivery teams
Provide strategic guidance to clients, challenge assumptions constructively, and influence decision-making with data-driven insights
Apply deep technical knowledge across backend, frontend, DevOps, infrastructure, and cloud platforms, with a strong focus on Microsoft technologies and hybrid/distributed environments
Incorporate enterprise architecture governance, security standards, and regulatory compliance into solution designs
Create and promote reusable components, templates, and reference architectures to accelerate delivery and ensure consistency
Define KPIs and success metrics for architectural solutions and support post-implementation reviews to ensure value realization
Work closely with product owners, delivery teams, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful execution from design through implementation
Support project and change management efforts to ensure smooth transitions into delivery
Provide thought leadership and mentorship to peers and junior architects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and architectural excellence
Champion emerging technologies by staying current with industry trends and incorporating modern stacks and innovations where appropriate
Qualification
Required
15–20+ years of enterprise technology experience, including significant experience in solution estimation and proposal development, preferably in a consulting, professional services, or digital agency environment
Proven success leading complex initiatives valued at $3M–$30M+ across diverse industries and client environments
Demonstrated experience applying enterprise architecture concepts and frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, or similar) in practical, delivery-focused ways
Deep proficiency across backend, frontend, DevOps, infrastructure, and cloud platforms
Strong experience with Microsoft technologies, including Azure (networking, compute, data services), Dataverse, MS SQL, Dynamics, Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate), Microsoft 365 (including accessibility considerations)
Hands-on experience with modern technology stacks, distributed systems, and integration strategies
Strong understanding of architectural design patterns, microservices, and trade-off analysis
Exceptional ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and communicate effectively at executive levels
Strategic mindset that connects enterprise vision with practical execution
Confident decision-maker with the ability to mentor teams and build trusted client relationships
Ability to thrive in ambiguity and adapt solutions to evolving client and business needs
Preferred
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Industry certifications (Azure, TOGAF, AWS, PMP, etc.)
Experience with digital transformation and enterprise modernization
Exposure to multiple industry verticals
Published thought leadership or public speaking experience
Experience leading large, distributed technical teams
Company
Krasan Consulting Services
Krasan Consulting Services is a technology management consulting firm and solutions integrator.
51-200 employees
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