IT Solution Architect

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking an IT Solution Architect in Katy, TX.Responsibilities:* IT Solution Architect will identify and recommend solutions, upgrades, replacements, or decommissioning options focusing on productivity, usability, and total cost of ownership* Collaborate with business and technology experts to develop end-to-end solutions aligned with Enterprise Architecture standards* Build strong IT-business relationships to ensure effective operations* Model solutions across conceptual, logical, and physical perspectives* Create artifacts defining comprehensive solution views* Ensure thorough understanding of proposed architecture through cross-functional collaboration* As a IT Solution Architect, you will participate in design reviews to ensure alignment with solution architecture* Contribute to enterprise guidelines, standards, and principles* Articulate rationale behind solution architecture decisionsRequirements* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field* 10+ years in IT Management or IT solutions architecture* Strong Microsoft Office program experience, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint and SharePoint* Expertise in data integration patterns, cloud and hybrid cloud solutions, and network security* Familiarity with IT architectural frameworks like TOGAF and Zachman* Proficient in on-premises and cloud security, vendor management, and EA tool integration* Proficient in bridging waterfall and Agile methodologies* Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities* Self-motivated with capability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment* Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and interface effectively with individuals at various levels* Ability to build consensus around proposed solutions* Ability to work well independently, as well as effectively contribute to a team environment* Ability to understand and derive lower-level roadmaps with business leadership to help set requirements' contextPreferred:* 2-3 years of retail experience preferred* Knowledge of retail supply chain and merchandising, with hands-on experience in enterprise-class supply chain management systems* Strong background in SOA/Microservices design and retail COTS applications* Optimization skills in stochastic modeling, optimization algorithms, and holistic planningJob TypeDirect HireCompensation150000 - $155000