Sr. SaaS Solutions Architect

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE: We're looking for a hands-on technical leader who can strategically evaluate, architect, and build SaaS solutions. You'll be the critical decision-maker between building custom capabilities and integrating third-party platforms, while having the technical depth to implement either path. This role combines strategic thinking, vendor evaluation, hands-on development, and technical leadership. Impact : Your decisions will shape our technology stack, influence $X M+ in annual technology spend, and directly impact our ability to scale and compete. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Assessment (40%): Build vs Buy Evaluation: - Lead technical evaluation of SaaS vendors against business requirements - Conduct proof-of-concept implementations with vendor platforms - Assess vendor architecture, security posture, API capabilities, and scalability - Build detailed TCO models comparing build vs buy scenarios - Present recommendations to engineering and business leadership with clear trade-off analysis TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY: - Define evaluation frameworks and decision criteria for SaaS adoption - Maintain architecture principles and standards for third-party integrations - Monitor eme...