Principal Solutions Architect - Applications

About the Job

Who Is InRhythm?

InRhythm is a leading modern product consultancy and digital innovation firm with a mission to make a dent in the digital economy. Founded in 2002, InRhythm is currently engaged by Fortune 50 enterprises to bring their next generation of digital products and platforms to market.

InRhythm has helped hundreds of teams launch mission-critical products that have created a positive impact worth billions of dollars.InRhythm’s unique capabilities of Product Innovation and Platform Modernization services are the most sought-after. The InRhythm team of A thought leaders don’t just “get an assignment,” they join the company to do what they love. It’s that passion that has helped us grow rapidly and consistently deliver on our commitment to helping clients develop better, faster, and in rhythm.

What We Do At InRhythm

We bring enterprises' most urgent, important products to market with high velocity, high- quality, and 10x impact. We enable innovative cultures by coaching teams with the right mix and maturity of modern tools, methods, and thought leadership. This is a unique opportunity to get in on the ground floor of an evolving team. InRhythm clients include a broad range of highly visible and recognizable customers, including, but not limited to:

• Goldman Sachs
• Fidelity
• Morgan Stanley
• American Express

From greenfield to tier-one builds our clients look to us to deliver their mission-critical projects related to product strategy, design, cloud-native applications, as well as mobile and web development. The projects we work on literally change the world. They change the way we live, work, and think in a positive way.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a Principal Solutions Architect with expertise in web and mobile application engineering to lead the architecture and development of next-generation solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of the latest application technologies, scalable architectures, and modern engineering practices. You’ll work closely with clients, technical teams, and stakeholders to drive strategic innovation and deliver exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:

Application Strategy & Architecture

• Architect scalable, secure, and high-performing web and mobile applications aligned with clients’ business goals.
• Design and lead the development of modern application frameworks, leveraging best practices in microservices, serverless architectures, and containerization.

Client Engagement

• Conduct client assessments to understand requirements and craft tailored, end-to-end application solutions.
• Provide technical leadership to executives, decision-makers, and development teams throughout project lifecycles.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Product, Design, and Engineering teams to align application architecture with user experience and business strategy.
• Guide technology selection and implementation, ensuring adherence to best practices and modern engineering standards.

Technical Innovation

• Stay ahead of trends in web and mobile engineering, including frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
• Incorporate emerging technologies (e.g., AI, ML, edge computing) into solutions to create value for clients.

Mentorship & Team Development

• Coach and mentor developers, fostering a culture of learning, innovation, and high performance.
• Advocate for engineering excellence, ensuring robust testing, resiliency, and operational stability across applications.

Business Development

• Support pre-sales efforts by developing technical proposals, presenting solutions to stakeholders, and contributing to SOW development.
• Identify new opportunities to expand InRhythm’s application-focused consulting services.

What You Bring to the Table

• 10 years of experience in IT consulting, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in web and mobile application engineering.
• Proven expertise in cloud-native technologies, including containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), serverless architectures, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Extensive experience designing and deploying mobile and web applications leveraging modern frameworks like React, Angular, Vue.js, Flutter, or SwiftUI.
• Advanced knowledge of software architecture, including microservices, API management, and event-driven systems.
• Strong proficiency in mobile platforms (iOS and Android) and progressive web applications (PWAs).
• In-depth understanding of DevSecOps practices, with the ability to build secure, compliant applications.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including executives and non-technical stakeholders.
• A strong track record of mentoring teams, managing resources, and delivering high-quality technical solutions on time and within budget.
• Certifications in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and mobile/web development are a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

Why Join InRhythm?

At InRhythm, you’ll be part of a team that’s as passionate about innovation as you are. We offer a dynamic, collaborative work environment with unmatched growth potential.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Scalable PTO and flexible work options
• Opportunities for professional development and certification

What Makes You Stand Out

• Expertise in leading the development of enterprise-level web and mobile applications, from greenfield projects to platform modernization.
• A proven ability to deliver solutions that align user experience with engineering excellence.
• Experience speaking at conferences or publishing thought leadership in application engineering.
• A history of building strong client relationships and contributing to business development efforts.

Take your career to the next level with InRhythm. Let’s innovate and create together—apply now to join a team shaping the digital future.

• Location: New York City, NY