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Engineering - Architecture
Lead Solution Architect (TANTUS)
Engineering - Architecture
#55342
Remote / WFH
Sikich
Job Description
What do you need to succeed in this role?
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline. Master’s degree preferred.
12+ years of progressive experience in solution architecture, systems engineering, or related technical roles, including demonstrated experience operating as a trusted advisor to non-technical or executive stakeholders.
Experience working directly with government or enterprise clients on strategic technology direction.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate technical tradeoffs into terms a program or agency leader can act on.
Experience in regulated or compliance-driven environments (e.g., healthcare, public sector); CMS experience strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of cloud-based architecture, security-by-design principles, and modern delivery practices (Agile, DevSecOps) sufficient to engage credibly in technical conversations across all three functions.
Prior experience in a client-facing technical advisory or architecture consulting role within a federal program.
Familiarity with innovation governance models (e.g., innovation councils, technology evaluation frameworks).
Familiarity with interoperability standards and data exchange frameworks relevant to CMS/CCSQ systems.
Ability and interest to track emerging AI developments and brings forward practical ways to apply them across SIO's security, architecture, and shared solutions work, as well as CMS's broader technology direction
In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is 180,000 - $200,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:
Values driven – You embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership and you have a bias for action and continuous innovation.
Uncompromising problem solver – You see opportunities in every business challenge and can develop, articulate and implement solutions.
Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
Instills trust – You do what you say, without ego, and you follow through on commitments consistently and credibly.
Impact & influence – You are relentlessly focused on making a difference and can gain support for ideas, proposals and solutions. You get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives and objectives.
About Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams and communities accelerate success.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has approximately 2,000 team members and operates across North America, EMEA and APAC.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary Total Rewards
Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.
Some examples of our many benefits:
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.
We also offer:
Flexible work arrangements
Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
HSA employer contribution
Eleven (11) paid holidays annually.
A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
401(k) with employer contributions
Tuition reimbursement
Generous employee referral bonus program
Client referral bonus program
Pet insurance
FORCE – Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.
Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline. Master’s degree preferred.
12+ years of progressive experience in solution architecture, systems engineering, or related technical roles, including demonstrated experience operating as a trusted advisor to non-technical or executive stakeholders.
Experience working directly with government or enterprise clients on strategic technology direction.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate technical tradeoffs into terms a program or agency leader can act on.
Experience in regulated or compliance-driven environments (e.g., healthcare, public sector); CMS experience strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of cloud-based architecture, security-by-design principles, and modern delivery practices (Agile, DevSecOps) sufficient to engage credibly in technical conversations across all three functions.
Prior experience in a client-facing technical advisory or architecture consulting role within a federal program.
Familiarity with innovation governance models (e.g., innovation councils, technology evaluation frameworks).
Familiarity with interoperability standards and data exchange frameworks relevant to CMS/CCSQ systems.
Ability and interest to track emerging AI developments and brings forward practical ways to apply them across SIO's security, architecture, and shared solutions work, as well as CMS's broader technology direction
In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is 180,000 - $200,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:
Values driven – You embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership and you have a bias for action and continuous innovation.
Uncompromising problem solver – You see opportunities in every business challenge and can develop, articulate and implement solutions.
Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
Instills trust – You do what you say, without ego, and you follow through on commitments consistently and credibly.
Impact & influence – You are relentlessly focused on making a difference and can gain support for ideas, proposals and solutions. You get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives and objectives.
About Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams and communities accelerate success.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has approximately 2,000 team members and operates across North America, EMEA and APAC.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary Total Rewards
Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.
Some examples of our many benefits:
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.
We also offer:
Flexible work arrangements
Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
HSA employer contribution
Eleven (11) paid holidays annually.
A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
401(k) with employer contributions
Tuition reimbursement
Generous employee referral bonus program
Client referral bonus program
Pet insurance
FORCE – Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.
Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile.
Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
