Solution Architect - Data Platforms - Hybrid

Job Description

Job Description

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Solution Architect – Data Platforms (AWS & Databricks) for a hybrid contract to hire opportunity with a Regional Health Insurance Provider located in Eagan, MN.

Compensation: $76.00 - $86.00 per hour, W2, based on qualifications

Position Overview:
We are seeking a Solution Architect to design scalable, secure data solutions across AWS and an expanding Databricks platform. This individual will partner with business stakeholders, data engineering teams, and enterprise architecture to translate business needs into practical technical designs, supporting data pipeline development, platform migration, and ongoing operations. A strong foundation in AWS and data architecture is required, and hands-on Databricks experience is preferred, with training available to support further development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design end-to-end data solutions across AWS and Databricks, including data ingestion, transformation, storage, and consumption
• Partner with business and analytics teams to understand requirements and translate them into architectural designs, data flows, and technical specifications
• Guide data engineering teams through implementation, evaluating design options and communicating technical trade-offs
• Support the migration and expansion of data workloads while addressing ongoing operational needs across both platforms
• Define integration patterns connecting enterprise applications, data sources, and analytics platforms
• Incorporate data quality, governance, access controls, and secure handling of sensitive information into solution designs
• Address performance, scalability, availability, resiliency, monitoring, and cost considerations
• Collaborate with platform support teams to establish maintainable solutions and support knowledge transfer
• Ensure designs align with enterprise architecture standards and participate in technical reviews
• Partner with AI and analytics teams to understand emerging data requirements and support future use cases

Primary Requirements:

• Experience in solution architecture or a senior technical design role involving cloud-based data solutions
• Strong experience with AWS and designing solutions that integrate multiple systems and data sources
• Background in data engineering, application development, or systems integration
• Understanding of data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, data modeling, and modern data platform concepts
• Ability to translate business requirements into clear, actionable technical designs
• Understanding of security, data governance, and operational support considerations
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams and business stakeholders in an Agile environment
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to build Databricks expertise through structured training and hands-on work

Desired Skills:

• Practical exposure to Databricks through implementation, development, architecture, or a proof of concept
• Experience with lakehouse architecture, Delta Lake, Apache Spark, or medallion architecture
• Experience supporting cloud data migrations or modernization initiatives
• Familiarity with SQL and Python
• Healthcare payer, health plan, or other regulated industry experience
• Familiarity with data requirements supporting AI and machine learning solutions

Only 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 career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all of our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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