Solutions Architect

Mativ • Alpharetta, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Solutions Architect is a mid level, hands-on individual contributor responsible for designing and implementing solutions across a hybrid IT environment including Microsoft Azure, on-prem infrastructure, identity platforms, and ERP systems. This role focuses on execution and delivery —translating architecture into working solutions. The ideal candidate is a strong technical engineer with architectural capability who can deploy, automate, and integrate systems across infrastructure, identity (AD/Entra), and enterprise applications. This role is based in Alpharetta, Georgia and operates in a hybrid work environment. This role will be 70% hands- on implementation and 30% design. The position reports to the leader of infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5–8 years of experience in infrastructure engineering, cloud engineering, or similar roles
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and hybrid environments
• Strong knowledge of: Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID
• Strong knowledge of: Virtualization (VMware or Hyper-V)
• Strong knowledge of: Networking fundamentals (DNS, routing, firewalls)
• Experience with scripting (PowerShell preferred)
• Exposure to Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, ARM, or Bicep)
• Experience supporting or integrating with enterprise applications or ERP systems
• Ability to travel up to 10% as business needs require

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft Azure certifications (Administrator or Solutions Architect Associate)
• Experience with Data platforms (Azure Data Lake, integrations)
• Experience with Monitoring/observability tools
• Experience with ITSM tools (ServiceNow or equivalent)
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving and analytical skills in complex technical environments.
• Balances architectural design responsibilities with hands-on implementation and execution.
• Collaborates effectively with infrastructure, application, security, and business stakeholders.
• Exhibits a continuous improvement mindset with a focus on automation, standardization, and operational efficiency.
• Communicates technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Design and build hybrid solutions across Azure and on-prem environments
• Deploy and configure Azure services (compute, networking, storage, identity)
• Implement secure hybrid connectivity (VPN, ExpressRoute, integrations)
• Support Azure and on-prem environments (VMware / Hyper-V)
• Execute cloud migrations and infrastructure modernization efforts
• Optimize systems for performance, reliability, and cost
• Implement and support Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID
• Configure hybrid identity (AAD Connect), RBAC, MFA, and conditional access
• Integrate identity services with enterprise and ERP applications
• Support infrastructure and integrations for ERP platforms (Oracle, SAP, or similar)
• Implement data flows and connectivity between applications and Azure services
• Develop infrastructure automation using Terraform, ARM, or Bicep
• Use scripting (PowerShell preferred) to standardize deployments
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and reusable deployment patterns
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues
• Support monitoring, alerting, and system tuning
• Contribute to Azure cost optimization and operational efficiency
• Apply security best practices across cloud and on-prem environments
• Support implementation of Zero Trust principles and secure configurations

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Consumer-Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
• Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
• Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO)
• Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage
• Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Employee assistance programs – available 24/7 to you and your family
• Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level