Vivid Rock are proud to be partnered with an early stage SaaS business that have recently received significant investment and are expanding globally.As part of their expansion strategy, they are looking to hire a highly skilled Solution Architect responsible for the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and business-aligned technology solutions. This role bridges the gap between business needs and technical execution, ensuring that systems and applications are architected for performance, flexibility, and long-term sustainability.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyse business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.Design architecture for systems, integrations, and data flows.Define and promote best practices for scalability, security, and system interoperability.Collaborate with developers, data engineers, business analysts, and project managers.Evaluate and recommend appropriate platforms, tools, and technologies.Produce technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and specifications.Serve as the technical reference for strategic projects.Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards and business goals.Update and maintain advanced features of our web-based SaaS platform in .Net Core, MVC, C# and MS SQLRequirementsMust-Have:We are looking for a highly skilled Solution Architect to design and guide the implementation of scalable, secure, and business-aligned technology solutions. This role bridges the gap between business needs and technical execution, ensuring that systems and applications are architected for performance, flexibility, and long-term sustainability.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.Design architecture for systems, integrations, and data flows.Define and promote best practices for scalability, security, and system interoperability.Collaborate with developers, data engineers, business analysts, and project managers.Evaluate and recommend appropriate platforms, tools, and technologies.Produce technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and specifications.Serve as the technical reference for strategic projects.Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards and business goals.Update and maintain advanced features of web-based SaaS platform in .Net Core, MVC, C#, MS SQLRequirementsMust-Have:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.Proven experience as a Solution Architect or Systems Architect.Strong knowledge of architecture patterns (e.g., Microservices, REST, Event-Driven Architecture).Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWSExperience working with SaaS productsAbility to create technical models and diagrams using tools like Enterprise Architect, Lucidchart, or Draw.io.Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and secure development standards.Fluent EnglishNice to Have:Certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Architect).Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe).Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.Fluent in Portuguese Soft SkillsStrategic thinking and problem-solving mindset.Strong communication and negotiation skills.Ability to work in cross-functional teams.Proactive attitude and sense of ownership.Business-oriented approach with technical excellence.Business facing relationship building