Senior Solution Architect (Freelance, Hybrid)

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Experience in a specific industry or with one particular software product is not required.Key Facts / Framework ConditionsContract type: Freelance assignmentStart: As soon as possibleDuration: Expected until the planned go-live in May 2027Workload: 100%Working model: HybridOnsite presence: Regular onsite presence will be required, particularly during the initial stabilisation phaseLanguages: Fluent German and English are mandatoryLocation requirement: Only candidates based in the EU can be considered for this assignmentTasksEstablish and maintain an end-to-end view of the overall solution and application landscapeAnalyse the existing solution architecture, system responsibilities and integration landscapeCreate transparency regarding applications, interfaces, data flows and technical dependenciesSupport the clarification and structuring of business and technical requirementsIdentify missing, inconsistent or insufficiently documented requirementsTranslate business requirements into coherent solution and integration conceptsEnsure alignment between functional requirements, technical design and implementationCoordinate architectural topics across internal teams, external partners and solution providersDefine and document architectural principles, responsibilities and decision criteriaEstablish and maintain an architecture decision logIdentify architectural risks, gaps and unresolved dependenciesPrepare options and recommendations for critical solution decisionsFacilitate architecture and solution alignment workshopsEnsure that interface responsibilities and integration requirements are clearly definedAssess the impact of changes across the overall solution landscapeSupport planning for data, testing, deployment and operational readiness from an architectural perspectiveReview solution designs and challenge technical assumptions where necessarySupport the project leadership in assessing technical feasibility, risks and go-live readinessEnsure that architectural decisions are documented, communicated and followed through to implementationRequirementsSeveral years of experience as a Solution Architect in complex enterprise or transformation environmentsProven experience in designing and managing end-to-end solution architectures involving multiple applications and providersStrong understanding of system integration, interfaces, data flows and technical dependenciesExperience in translating business requirements into coherent solution and integration conceptsAbility to identify gaps, inconsistencies and unresolved dependencies within complex solution landscapesStrong experience in managing and documenting architectural decisionsExperience in coordinating architecture topics across business, IT, implementation teams and external solution providersAbility to evaluate solution options and clearly communicate technical risks, implications and recommendationsStrong workshop facilitation and stakeholder management skillsBroad architectural understanding without being limited to one specific technology or software productStructured, analytical an… Senior Solution Architect (Freelance, Hybrid) — Sidekick Network GmbH & Co.

For a complex, multi-system transformation project, we are looking for an experienced Solution Architect on a freelance basis.

The Solution Architect will provide an end-to-end view of the overall solution landscape and will ensure that business requirements, technical components, interfaces and architectural dependencies are consistently understood and aligned.

A key objective of the assignment is to create transparency regarding the existing and required solution architecture, identify gaps and dependencies and ensure that necessary architectural decisions are taken and documented.

The role requires strong experience in complex enterprise environments involving multiple applications, interfaces, internal stakeholders and external solution providers.