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KOJU Tech Solutions

Principal IT Architect

Reston, VA · On-site

Work with cross-functional teams in defining the IT approach for meeting the requirements and coordinating the overall IT architecture response. * Provide leadership in implementing standardization ...

KTS

Principal IT Architect

Reston, VA · On-site

Work with cross-functional teams in defining the IT approach for meeting the requirements and coordinating the overall IT architecture response. * Provide leadership in implementing standardization ...

M. A. Mortenson Company

IT Architect

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

Proven experience as a Principal Architect, Solution Architect, or IT Architect on large-scale implementation and solutions integrating multiple applications. * Proven experience designing custom UI ...

krg technology inc

IT Architect

Redmond, WA

Company Description Ajith KRG Technologies, Inc., ajith(at)krgtech.com 25000 Avenue Stanford, Suite #243, Valencia, CA 91355 Direct : 661-367-8000 Ext : 310 Job Title: IT Architect Location: Redmond ...

Mortenson

IT Architect

Minneapolis, MN

Proven experience as a Principal Architect, Solution Architect, or IT Architect on large-scale implementation and solutions integrating multiple applications. * Proven experience designing custom UI ...

CREATIVE GLOBAL CONSULTING

IT Architect

Hanover, MD · On-site

IT Architect Client: Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) POP: 12+ months Location: Hybrid - Maryland US Citizen REQUIRED SKILLS * Five (5) years' experience as an Information Technology ...

Blue Flaire, LLC

IT Architect

Denver, CO · On-site

The IT Architect will be able to work side-by-side with other members of the growing technical team for a large 5 year fully-funded Federal Contract. The IT Architect must be able to provide ...

Blue Flaire, LLC

IT Architect

Denver, CO

The IT Architect will be able to work side-by-side with other members of the growing technical team for a large 5 year fully-funded Federal Contract. The IT Architect must be able to provide ...

Mortenson

IT Architect

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

... Principal Architect, Solution Architect, or IT Architect on large-scale implementation and solutions integrating multiple applications. • Proven experience designing custom UI/UX solutions that ...

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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for principal it architect in the United States is $54.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.09 and $54.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Principal It Architect vs Solutions Architect?

AspectPrincipal IT ArchitectSolutions Architect
CredentialsTypically requires advanced certifications like TOGAF, CISSP, or cloud certificationsOften holds certifications such as AWS, Azure, or Cisco, but less advanced than Principal roles
Work EnvironmentStrategic, high-level planning across entire IT infrastructureProject-focused, designing specific solutions for clients or projects
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large enterprises, consulting firms, and cloud providersCommon in tech companies, consulting firms, and system integrators

The Principal IT Architect focuses on overarching IT strategy and architecture at an enterprise level, while the Solutions Architect concentrates on designing specific technical solutions for projects. Both roles require strong technical expertise, but the Principal IT Architect has a broader, strategic scope.

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Principal IT Architect

Principal IT Architect

The Timberline Group

Saint Louis, MO • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

The Software Architect will be an important and influential member of the IT Development Team. This person will need superior expertise gained from extensive experience and industry research of best practices within application design, coding, database and architecture. Position will contribute to a team project predominately focusing on architecture and development. You will work with a team typically in an Agile methodology completing various development and coding initiatives.
Reports to: Principal IT Architect
What You'll Need
  • College Degree in Computer Science is preferred, 10+ years IT experience, with at least 8 years of application development experience.
  • At least 5 years of development experience in .NET (especially C# and ASP.NET).
  • Good understanding of Object-Oriented design principles.
  • Extensive experience with WCF, developing web services in the .NET environment, service oriented architecture, and multi-tier software design and development.
  • Past experience with responsive design and designing applications for mobile devices required.
  • Experience with HTML, CSS, AJAX, JavaScript libraries and client side frameworks.
  • Experience with SPA frameworks such as Angular and React.
  • Extensive experience doing data modeling, writing SQL queries, and working with databases (SQL Server, DB2 etc) required.
  • Experience working as an architect and delivering successful projects in an agile environment is required.
  • Thorough understanding of SDLC processes and methodologies, and involvement in the complete product development life cycle.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, science or engineering required.
  • Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to coach more junior staff members.
  • Experience with developing SOA and/or Microservices.
  • Experience with CI/CD and test automation.
  • Knowledge of secure coding standards.
  • B2B and B2C ecommerce experience.
  • Experience interfacing with corporate ERP systems for order entry or inventory management.
  • Experience working in retail or consumer products industry.
  • Ability to successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) Company or Facility background check and drug screening

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