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Solutions Architect (Remote)

Title: Solutions Architect Location: Newport News, VA Position Type: Contract-to-Hire Role Overview Rockwoods is seeking a skilled and experienced Solutions Architect to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional departments and our Project Management Office (PMO) to define project scopes, architect technical frameworks, and lead strategic initiatives to successful completion. If you are a detail-oriented professional who excels at evaluating complex requirements and aligning technical strategies with business goals, we want to hear from you. Primary Responsibilities * Project Architecture: Define project scopes, deliverables, and work breakdown structures to develop formal project charters and robust implementation plans. * Stakeholder Collaboration: Lead comprehensive architecture reviews with internal stakeholders and external vendors to interpret complex technical plans, specifications, and system diagrams. * Solution Validation: Ensure all proposed technical solutions align seamlessly with business requirements, organizational constraints, and long-term strategic objectives. * Vendor \& RFP Management: Manage the evaluation of vendor products and lead technical participation in RFP and competitive assessment processes. * Compliance \& Risk Mitigation: Research and document applicable regulatory standards while identifying and mitigating critical risks between business needs and technical feasibility. * Testing \& Troubleshooting: Develop comprehensive test plans and provide high-level troubleshooting for technical issues throughout the project lifecycle. * Documentation: Maintain and dynamically adjust technical project documentation as project requirements and environments evolve. Required Background * Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in systems architecture, technical project management, or technical analysis within commercial or financial institutions. * Certifications: CAPM or PMP certification is strongly preferred. * Vendor Assessment: Proven track record of conducting vendor assessments and actively contributing to RFP processes. * Technical Acumen: Demonstrated ability to interpret, understand, and map complex technical architecture diagrams and specifications. Core Attributes * Service-Focused: Establishes strong credibility and delivers continuous value to colleagues and clients. * Mission-Driven: Advocates for organizational principles, supports inclusivity, and takes true ownership of performance. * Adaptable \& Collaborative: Welcomes change, utilizes creative problem-solving, and shares information openly to achieve collective results. * Growth-Oriented: Continuously enhances individual skills to help fortify and elevate the organization. Note: No sponsorship; must be U.S. work authorized without current or future sponsorship.

Solutions Architect (Remote)

Title: Solutions Architect Location: Newport News, VA Position Type: Contract-to-Hire Role Overview Rockwoods is seeking a skilled and experienced Solutions Architect to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional departments and our Project Management Office (PMO) to define project scopes, architect technical frameworks, and lead strategic initiatives to successful completion. If you are a detail-oriented professional who excels at evaluating complex requirements and aligning technical strategies with business goals, we want to hear from you. Primary Responsibilities * Project Architecture: Define project scopes, deliverables, and work breakdown structures to develop formal project charters and robust implementation plans. * Stakeholder Collaboration: Lead comprehensive architecture reviews with internal stakeholders and external vendors to interpret complex technical plans, specifications, and system diagrams. * Solution Validation: Ensure all proposed technical solutions align seamlessly with business requirements, organizational constraints, and long-term strategic objectives. * Vendor \& RFP Management: Manage the evaluation of vendor products and lead technical participation in RFP and competitive assessment processes. * Compliance \& Risk Mitigation: Research and document applicable regulatory standards while identifying and mitigating critical risks between business needs and technical feasibility. * Testing \& Troubleshooting: Develop comprehensive test plans and provide high-level troubleshooting for technical issues throughout the project lifecycle. * Documentation: Maintain and dynamically adjust technical project documentation as project requirements and environments evolve. Required Background * Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in systems architecture, technical project management, or technical analysis within commercial or financial institutions. * Certifications: CAPM or PMP certification is strongly preferred. * Vendor Assessment: Proven track record of conducting vendor assessments and actively contributing to RFP processes. * Technical Acumen: Demonstrated ability to interpret, understand, and map complex technical architecture diagrams and specifications. Core Attributes * Service-Focused: Establishes strong credibility and delivers continuous value to colleagues and clients. * Mission-Driven: Advocates for organizational principles, supports inclusivity, and takes true ownership of performance. * Adaptable \& Collaborative: Welcomes change, utilizes creative problem-solving, and shares information openly to achieve collective results. * Growth-Oriented: Continuously enhances individual skills to help fortify and elevate the organization. Note: No sponsorship; must be U.S. work authorized without current or future sponsorship.

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$150,000 - $160,000/yr

Salary: $150,000-$160,000 + bonus eligible Compass Technology is a dedicated internal team for Compass Group delivering enterprise-wide initiatives that support our diverse customer base and enhance our business operations. Our domain encompasses a vast spectrum of opportunities, from hands-on desk support to Cybersecurity, Cloud Engineering, AI, and Modern Application development. We are committed to building robust IT infrastructures, driving digital transformation, and much more. Job Summary Join Compass Group in support of the Canteen sector, delivering innovative unattended retail solutions for clients and consumers across the US. The Solution Architect supports multiple development and solution teams, providing technical leadership to design sustainable, secure, and resilient architectures, align solution direction with enterprise strategy, and drive innovation. Job Responsibilities * Develop Business and Platform Understanding: Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the supported business areas and their unique challenges to inform architectural decisions and prioritization. Align Architecture with Enterprise Strategy: Partner with business leaders and enterprise architects to align solution architecture with enterprise strategy. * Drive Innovation and Technical Direction: Foster an environment of innovation within supported teams, taking initiative to advance solutions in the best technical direction to meet evolving needs. Design and Document Architectural Decisions: Understand and translate functional and technical needs into clear architectural designs and documentation to support delivery. * Provide Platform Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a technical subject matter expert for supported platforms and services, guiding solution design, patterns and standards, and technical decision-making. * Enable Process Improvement and Integrations: Partner with internal teams to deliver process improvements through code and/or third-party integrations. Modernize Platforms and Roadmaps: Design and oversee a modernization roadmap aligned to Compass Technology architecture, ensuring solutions meet requirements for reliability, supportability, resilience, security, and performance. * Ensure Engineering Quality and Compliance: Review code changes and ensure development practices adhere to internal and external regulations and standards; oversee implementation of proper software development lifecycle practices. * Provide Technical Leadership and Troubleshooting Support: Provide consultation and guidance to product owners, mentor developers, and assist technical teams with problem-solving and troubleshooting across supported platforms, including practices for testing and reporting. Job Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience. * 4+ years of proven experience as a solution architect or equivalent role. * Technical Background: Hands-on experience in software development; familiarity with programming languages such as C#, Node.js, and Python; familiarity with relational databases such as Microsoft SQL Server and * PostgreSQL. Experience working with APIs, event-driven processing, and third-party integrations. * Engineering Practices: Knowledge of strategic IT solutions and best practices, including CI/CD deployment and mature SDLC practices. * Problem Solving and Communication: Excellent analytical, organization, and critical thinking skills; strong communication skills (presentations, documents, emails); ability to work independently and in a team environment. Desired Skills and Training * Delivery and Tooling: Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment, including Microsoft Azure DevOps; experience with AWS managed services. Apply to Compass Group today! Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Compass Technology maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits. * Medical * Dental * Vision * Life Insurance/ AD * Disability Insurance * Retirement Plan * Paid Time Off * Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) * Associate Shopping Program * Health and Wellness Programs * Discount Marketplace * Identity Theft Protection * Pet Insurance * Commuter Benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) * Paid Parental Leave * Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be p formed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\WageTransparency\CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Req ID: 1520293 Compass Technology MARY DICKSON