Technical Architect – Remote Contract

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Technical Architect to join a global technology leader on a contract basis. This remote position focuses on designing and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient solutions that align with strategic business objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and recommend technical solutions that meet both business and technical requirements.
• Lead architectural decisions to ensure system scalability, performance, and reliability.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations teams to implement and optimize solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and engineers.
• Assess emerging technologies and industry trends to shape architectural roadmaps.

Required profile

• Minimum 7 years of experience in software architecture, focusing on scalable systems.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a track record of delivering high‑impact projects.

Required skills

• Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
• Infrastructure as Code
• Distributed systems and microservices architectures
• Data engineering
• Security best practices and compliance frameworks

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of $60‑$130
• Fully remote work from anywhere
• Opportunity to influence technical direction for high‑visibility projects