Genesis10 is currently seeking a Solutions Architect for a Remote position with a Major Financial Services Firm. This is a 6+ month contract to hire opportunity.This role leads the design and implementation of enterprise-level applications on the Appian low-code platform. The Solutions Architect will serve as the technical authority, translating complex business requirements into scalable solutions and providing leadership to development teams. This is a fully remote position, with a preference for candidates in the EST, CST, or MST time zones.Responsibilities: * Serve as the technical authority on the Appian platform, guiding the design, development, and implementation of high-quality solutions * Translate complex business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable technical designs and application architecture * Work hands-on with the Appian platform, including SAIL, Process Modeler, Data Fabric, and integrations with REST/SOAP web services * Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Appian development teams * Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, and clients to ensure alignment between business objectives and technical solutions * Define and champion the organization's Appian strategy, roadmap, and governance model * Oversee the full solution delivery lifecycle, including adherence to Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices * Conduct performance tuning, code reviews, and technical assessments to ensure the health and optimization of Appian applications * Provide support for existing Appian based implementations by leading the assessment of defects and resolving within given SLAs * Implement enhancements as prioritized by business partners * Prepare roadmap for addressing any technical debt with existing Appian based implementationsRequirements: * Bachelor's degree in a related technical field * Minimum of seven years of hands-on experience architecting and developing solutions on the Appian platform * Expert knowledge of Appian best practices, scalability, and performance optimization * Experience in designing and integrating enterprise applications using APIs and web services * Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and experience with relational databases and SQL * Technical proficiency in Appian SAIL, Process Modeling, SSO, Data Fabric, Web APIs, and SQL * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities * Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS * Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines * Ability to lead cross-functional teams, both distributed and remote * Excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts to diverse audiencesDesired skills: * Appian certification is highly desirable * Proficiency in another programming language, such as Java, JavaScript, or C# * Experience working in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, government)Pay range: $75 - $85 per hourOnly candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: * Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. * The opportunity to have a car