Enterprise Solutions Architect

The ideal candidate has experience architecting complex technical solutions within large-scale, highly regulated enterprise environments (e.g., utilities/energy, telecommunications, financial services, healthcare). Experience delivering enterprise-level solutions within large, highly regulated organizations (utilities/energy, telecom, financial services, healthcare preferred).

IDR is seeking an experienced Enterprise Solutions Architect to join one of our top clients in Denver, CO, Minneapolis, MN, or Amarillo, TX. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned technology professional who has progressed from hands-on software development into solution architecture—bringing a strong understanding of enterprise application design, systems integration, and GIS technologies.

The ideal candidate has experience architecting complex technical solutions within large-scale, highly regulated enterprise environments (e.g., utilities/energy, telecommunications, financial services, healthcare). We’re looking for someone who owns architectural decisions and can design scalable, secure, and sustainable solutions across complex organizations.

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Position Overview

• Lead the architecture, design, and integration of enterprise GIS solutions, aligning with broader technology strategy and business objectives.

• Own end-to-end solution architecture: technical design decisions, integration patterns, scalability, security, and long-term maintainability.

• Leverage a strong software development background to guide engineering teams and translate business requirements into effective architectures.

• Architect within large, distributed enterprise environments, navigating complex ecosystems, governance requirements, and regulatory considerations.

• Design and oversee integrations between GIS platforms (GE Smallworld and/or Esri) and other enterprise applications, databases, and business systems.

• Collaborate with enterprise architects, software developers, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders to establish technical direction and architectural standards.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship throughout the SDLC.

• Evaluate existing architectures, identify modernization opportunities, and recommend scalable solutions supporting long-term initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience.

• Demonstrated career progression from Software Developer/Engineer (or similar) into a formal Solution Architect / Enterprise Architect role.

• Proven experience operating in a true architecture capacity (designing solutions, defining standards, making architectural decisions, guiding teams).

• Experience delivering enterprise-level solutions within large, highly regulated organizations (utilities/energy, telecom, financial services, healthcare preferred).

• 6+ years delivering GIS solutions using GE Smallworld and/or Esri, including integration with broader enterprise applications.

• Strong understanding of enterprise application architecture, systems integration, distributed systems, and scalable software design.

• 3+ years hands-on software development experience using stacks such as MEAN, LAMP, Microsoft .NET, or comparable enterprise frameworks.

• 3+ years working with relational databases such as SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or similar.

• Experience collaborating across multiple technical teams and business units within nationally/globally distributed organizations.

• Strong communication skills—able to explain architectural decisions, trade-offs, and solution strategies to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Utilities/energy sector experience supporting electric, gas, or other critical infrastructure operations.

• Background working within enterprise architecture governance frameworks, security standards, or regulatory compliance requirements.

• Experience integrating GIS with enterprise systems (ERP, asset management, work management, operational technology).

• Experience supporting modernization, enterprise transformation, or large-scale systems integration initiatives.

• Prior experience as a Senior Software Engineer, Technical Lead, or Lead Developer before moving into architecture.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package

• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!

• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets

• Employee Stock Ownership Program

• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.

Compensation Details: $83-88/hr W2
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