Solution Architect
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
Job Description:
Job Title: Solution Architect
Location: Baltimore, MD or Chicago, IL (Hybrid 4 Days Onsite & 1 day Remote)
Duration: Contract
Job Summary
We are looking for a Solutions Architect who can bridge business needs with technical execution. You should have deep expertise in Power Platform and UiPath, and be able to:
- Take business requirements and translate them into scalable, secure technical designs.
- Recommend the best tool or approach (UiPath vs Power Platform) based on process complexity, integration needs, and scalability.
- Guide developers in implementing solutions and ensure adherence to technical best practices.
- Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to ensure the solution meets business objectives.
Key Focus: Solution design, tool evaluation, technical leadership, and hands-on knowledge of automation platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Architecture & Design
- Design end-to-end technical architectures for automation and low-code solutions using:
- UiPath (Studio, Orchestrator, Robots, AI Center)
- Power Platform (Power Automate, PowerApps, Dataverse, Copilot Studio)
- Define integration strategies with enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, databases, APIs).
- Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
Solution Development & Problem Solving
- Translate business requirements into technical designs and automation workflows.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation across departments.
- Lead proof-of-concept initiatives and evaluate emerging technologies.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Work closely with Business Analysts to understand business needs and define solution scope.
- Guide developers in implementing technical designs and best practices.
- Present architecture designs and roadmaps to senior stakeholders and technical teams.
Governance & Documentation
- Develop and maintain architecture documentation, solution blueprints, and technical standards.
- Establish governance models for automation lifecycle management and change control.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in solution architecture or technical design roles.
- Hands-on experience with:
- UiPath (including Orchestrator, Studio, AI Center)
- Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, PowerApps, Dataverse, Copilot Studio)
- Strong understanding of REST APIs, cloud architecture (Azure preferred), and enterprise integration patterns.
- Experience with HPE Operations Orchestration (HPOO) is a huge plus
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Skills
- UiPath and Power Platform certifications.
- Experience with Azure Logic Apps, Power BI, or other Microsoft ecosystem tools.
- Familiarity with ITSM tools and automation in IT operations.
- Knowledge of security and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Key Skills:
- UiPath, Power Platform, ERP, CRM, databases, APIs, Power Automate, PowerApps, Dataverse, Copilot Studio