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Centroid Systems, Inc.

OCI Architect

Troy, MI · On-site +1

Architect end-to-end OCI solutions for customer engagements spanning landing zone design, network ... Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Associate (1Z0-1072) - required within 90 days if not already ...

Motorola

Senior Solutions Architect

Wyoming, MI · Remote

$110K - $120K/yr

... overall solution. It requires working closely with the Pre and Post-Sales teams to align the ... Bachelor of Science or an Associate's Degree in a technical or engineering field and 6+ years of ...

FastTek

Architect Senior Associate

Dearborn, MI

Architect Senior Associate #1058748 Position Description: Employees in this job function are ... Responsible for quality of solution in each environment and for each trading partner * Coordinate ...

FastTek

Architect Senior Associate

Dearborn, MI · On-site

Architect Senior Associate #1058670 * We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced technical ... Design, develop, and implement 3DX solutions involving Data model, other configurations ...

FastTek

Architect Senior Associate

Dearborn, MI · On-site

Architect Senior Associate #1058638 Position Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and ... Design, develop, and implement 3DX solutions involving Data model, other configurations ...

AGE solutions

Storage Architect

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

Azure Solutions Architect Expert * Hitachi Data Systems Qualified Professional Storage Administration * Dell Certified Associate Information Storage and Management * NetApp Certified Data ...

Age Solutions

Storage Architect

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

Azure Solutions Architect Expert * Hitachi Data Systems Qualified Professional Storage Administration * Dell Certified Associate Information Storage and Management * NetApp Certified Data ...

Saanvi Technologies

EDI Architect

Dearborn, MI · On-site

Senior Associate Exp: 6-10 yrs in IT; 4+ yrs in concentration Solution Architecture, Unix, Network Protocols & Standards, Session Initiation Protocols, GCP, EDI mapping tools Experience Preferred:

CONTROLTEC LLC

Cloud Automation Engineer

Allen Park, MI

$50.75 - $68/hr

AWS Solutions Architect - Associate or 70-532: Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions) * Experience delivering infrastructure for distributed, scalable, secure, reliable software systems * Experience ...

CONTROLTEC LLC

Cloud Automation Engineer

Allen Park, MI · On-site

$50.75 - $68/hr

AWS Solutions Architect - Associate or 70-532: Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions) * Experience delivering infrastructure for distributed, scalable, secure, reliable software systems * Experience ...

Deloitte

Senior Forward Deployed Engineer- AWS

Detroit, MI · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate), AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01), AWS Certified Generative AI Developer (Professional - AIP-C01), AWS Certified ...

Deloitte

Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - AWS

Detroit, MI · On-site

$101K - $133K/yr

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate), AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01), AWS Certified Generative AI Developer (Professional - AIP-C01), AWS Certified ...

FastTek

Architect Senior Associate

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$119K - $161K/yr

Architect Senior Associate #1056820 * Employees in this job function are responsible for ... Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)** solutions, including component development, content modeling ...

Deloitte

Forward Deployed Engineer- AWS

Detroit, MI · On-site

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate), AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01), AWS Certified Generative AI Developer (Professional - AIP-C01), AWS Certified ...

Delan Associates, Inc

Data Architect

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site +1

$60.25 - $77.50/hr

The ideal candidate should be able to create data solutions leveraging Master Data Management (MDM ... and IT associates. Develop and maintain technical documentation. Support business projects by ...

Delan Associates, Inc.

Data Architect

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site +1

$60.25 - $77.50/hr

The ideal candidate should be able to create data solutions leveraging Master Data Management (MDM ... and IT associates. Develop and maintain technical documentation. Support business projects by ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for solution architect associate in Michigan is $61.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.79 and $69.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a solution architect associate?

A Solution Architect Associate is an IT professional who assists in designing and implementing technical solutions that meet business requirements. They work under the guidance of more senior solution architects to analyze client needs, select appropriate technologies, and ensure that systems are scalable, reliable, and secure. Their role often involves collaborating with developers, engineers, and stakeholders to translate business objectives into technical architectures. Solution Architect Associates typically have a foundational understanding of cloud services, software development, and IT infrastructure. This position is a common starting point for those aiming to become full Solution Architects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a solution architect associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Solution Architect Associate, you need a solid understanding of systems design, cloud computing, and software development, often backed by a relevant degree and foundational certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), architecture frameworks, and tools such as UML or infrastructure-as-code solutions is typical. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and collaboration skills help translate business requirements into technical solutions. These skills ensure the delivery of scalable, secure, and efficient architectures that meet organizational needs.

What are some common challenges solution architect associates face when transitioning from technical roles, and how can they overcome them?

Solution Architect Associates often transition from hands-on technical positions, so adapting to a role that requires strong communication and stakeholder management can be challenging. Balancing technical depth with the ability to convey complex solutions to non-technical audiences is essential. To overcome these challenges, it's helpful to practice active listening, seek mentorship from experienced solution architects, and participate in cross-functional meetings to build confidence in presenting and defending architectural decisions. Continual learning about business priorities and focusing on collaborative problem-solving will also aid in a successful transition.

What is the difference between Solution Architect Associate vs Solution Engineer?

AspectSolution Architect AssociateSolution Engineer
CertificationsTypically AWS, Azure, or cloud-specific certificationsOften similar cloud certifications, plus technical sales or product-specific credentials
Work EnvironmentDesigns solutions, collaborates with teams, focuses on architectureImplements solutions, supports deployment, works closely with clients and sales
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in cloud, IT consulting, and enterprise tech companiesCommon in cloud providers, tech firms, and enterprise solutions

The Solution Architect Associate focuses on designing and planning cloud solutions, while the Solution Engineer is more involved in implementing and supporting those solutions. Both roles require similar certifications and work in overlapping environments, but their primary responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

Can you get a job with an AWS Solution Architect Associate?

An AWS Solution Architect Associate certification can help you qualify for roles such as cloud solutions architect or cloud engineer, as it demonstrates foundational knowledge of AWS services and architecture best practices. However, employers often seek relevant experience, technical skills, and understanding of cloud environments alongside certification for hiring decisions.

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OCI Architect

Troy, MI • On-site, Remote

Centroid Systems, Inc.
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Centroid is Oracle Corporation's top Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) partner in North America, delivering architecture, implementation and modernization initiatives in OCI for our customers.
Our architects work directly alongside Centroid's and client teams to design, migrate, and modernize mission-critical workloads- Oracle Databases, EBS, PeopleSoft, and next-generation AI/Data, Agentic AI, OCI genAI Platform solutions on OCI.
This is a senior, hands-on technical role. You will serve as the primary OCI architect on client engagements: owning solution design end-to-end, guiding technical decisions, and delivering production-grade implementations. No people management responsibilities.
As OCI Architect you will be engaging with various customers in their cloud enablement initiatives. The candidate will be involved in design and execution of cloud migration strategy, automating existing cloud workloads in cloud, provide services to port existing workloads to leverage cloud benefits.
Requirements:
  • 10+ years of experience in customer-facing infrastructure or cloud architecture roles
  • 5+ years of hands-on OCI design and implementation experience

Location: 100% Remote
Job Type: Full Time employee, CTH, or Contract
  • Architect end-to-end OCI solutions for customer engagements spanning landing zone design, network topology, identity, compute, storage, and database tiers
  • Lead Oracle Database workload migrations to OCI, including Exadata Cloud Service, Autonomous Database (ADB), and Base Database Service, with a focus on performance, HA, and DR
  • Design and execute Oracle Applications migrations (EBS, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards) to OCI, including lift-and-shift and modernization patterns
  • Architect and deploy AI/Data Platform (AIDP) workloads leveraging OCI GenAI Service, OCI AI Agents, OCI Data Science, and Oracle Database 23ai Vector Search
  • Develop and present technical architectures, reference designs, and migration runbooks for client pre-sales and delivery engagements
  • Build and maintain OCI landing zones using Terraform and OCI Resource Manager, aligned to Oracle's CIS Foundations Benchmark
  • Collaborate with Oracle technical teams (STCs, Cloud Engineers) on joint client engagements; serve as the technical point of escalation for Centroid
  • Define standards, reusable patterns, and architectural guardrails for Centroid's OCI delivery practice

Skills Preferred:
OCI Core Services
  • Compute: VM/BM shapes, Flex shapes, instances, autoscaling, instance configurations
  • Networking: VCN design, FastConnect, Site-to-Site VPN, DRG v2, Network Firewall, load balancers (L4/L7), DNS, Private DNS Resolver
  • Storage: Block Volume, File Storage (FSS), Object Storage (lifecycle, replication, versioning), Local NVMe
  • IAM: compartment hierarchy, policies, dynamic groups, federated identity (SAML/SCIM), OCI Vault, Bastion Service
  • Kubernetes: OKE cluster provisioning, node pool management, cluster networking (flannel/NPN), OCI Container Registry (OCIR)

Oracle Database & Exadata
  • Autonomous Database (ADB-S, ADB-D), Base Database Service, Exadata Cloud Service, Exadata Cloud@Customer
  • Data Guard (Maximum Availability, Maximum Performance), GoldenGate for live migration and zero-downtime cutovers
  • Oracle Database 23ai: JSON Relational Duality, True Cache, AI Vector Search, Select AI
  • Database migration tools: MV2ADB, Data Pump, ZDLRA, Database Migration Service (DMS)

Oracle Applications (Migrations to OCI)
  • EBS 12.1/12.2 on OCI: architecture patterns, shared file system design, wallet-based DB connectivity or similar Oracle Application experience, like Peoplesoft or JDE.

AI / GenAI / Data Platform
  • OCI Generative AI Service: Cohere and Meta model endpoints, embedding models, semantic search patterns
  • OCI AI Agents: agent frameworks, tool configuration, RAG pipelines, knowledge base integration
  • OCI Data Science: model deployment, JupyterLab environments, ML pipelines, Aqua (AI Quick Actions)
  • Oracle Database 23ai Vector Search: VECTOR data type, HNSW/IVF indexes, vector distance functions

Technical Skills - Preferred
  • Multi-cloud connectivity: OCI-Azure Interconnect, OCI-AWS, Oracle Database@Azure, Oracle Database@AWS
  • Oracle WebLogic Server on OCI / WebLogic for OKE
  • ZFS Storage Appliance on OCI, Oracle Linux, RHEL administration at scale
  • Observability: OCI Monitoring, Logging, Application Performance Monitoring (APM), OCI Ops Insights
  • FinOps: cost analysis, committed use discounts, OCI resource scheduling

Preferred Qualifications
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Associate (1Z0-1072) - required within 90 days if not already held
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional (1Z0-997) - strongly preferred
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2024 Generative AI Professional (1Z0-1127) - preferred
  • Oracle Exadata Database Machine Implementation Specialist - preferred for Exadata-focused engagements
  • Hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Lift projects

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field - or equivalent professional experience
  • 10+ years total technical experience; 5+ years OCI-specific hands-on delivery

What Sets This Role Apart
You will work on OCI exclusively with ability to learn and engage with emerging technologies like multi-cloud architecture, Agentic AI and Generative AI. Centroid's clients engage us because of deep Oracle expertise, you will architect solutions that Oracle's own SCs reference, participate in Oracle partner programs, and shape how enterprise customers realize value from OCI's most advanced capabilities. If you are an OCI practitioner who wants to do the most technically demanding Oracle Cloud work available, this role is built for you.

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