Solutions Architect I/II

We're hiring for this role at either the Architect I ($130k-144k) or Architect II ($151k-165k) level, depending on the experience and independence a candidate brings. Level differences are outlined below.
About the Role

Nightingale College is looking for a Solutions Architect who thinks in systems, builds with AI, and owns a problem from the first conversation all the way to production. This isn't a traditional developer role — you won't be handed a spec and told to code it. You'll talk directly with the people who have the problem, design a solution that actually fits, and use AI-native tools as your primary build engine to bring it to life. If you're energized by eliminating the gap between "here's what we need" and "here's a working solution," this role was built for you.
What You'll Do

- Engage directly with end-users and stakeholders to understand problems, surface requirements, and define what success looks like.

- Design solution architectures that are practical, scalable, and grounded in real business needs.

- Build and iterate on solutions using AI-native development tools and workflows.

- Own your solution from first conversation through production deployment.

- Continuously shrink the time between spotting a problem and shipping working software.

- Spot opportunities to improve existing systems and workflows through AI-enabled solutions.

What You Bring

- Experience in a solutions, technical, product, or systems role (see level breakdown below).

- A demonstrated ability to build working solutions using AI-native tools — this is required in place of a formal degree.

- Comfort listening first and building second: you gather requirements by asking questions, not assuming answers.

- A systems-thinking mindset — you see the whole problem, not just the immediate ask.

- An iterative approach: you ship early, gather feedback, and improve fast.

- Strong communication skills that bridge business needs and technical reality.

- Relevant cloud, data, or AI platform certifications are a plus, though not required.

Level Differences:
Architect I
Architect II
Scope
Assigned, well-defined problems

Moderately complex, cross-functional problems
Autonomy
Guided
Independent, with check-ins
Day-to-Day

Works on clearly scoped problems under close guidance; participates in user conversations with support from senior team members

Independently gathers requirements through direct end-user engagement; manages full delivery cycle with limited oversight; identifies gaps and proposes improvements; contributes to team standards and shares learnings
Minimum Qualifications by Level:
Architect I
Architect II
Experience

0–2 years in a solutions, technical, product, or systems role

2–4 years in a solutions, technical, product, or systems role
AI-Building Track Record

Demonstrated ability to build working solutions with AI-native tools

Proven track record of delivering AI-built solutions end-to-end
What We're Not Looking For

- Traditional developers who just use AI to write code faster.

- Specialists who design but don't build, or build but don't design.

- Someone who needs a fully-scoped spec before they can start.

Why Nightingale

Nightingale College is a high-impact community, not just a workplace. We believe the future of software delivery belongs to people who can think in systems, talk to humans, and build with AI — all in the same motion. This is a remote role with flexibility, built around core collaboration hours in Mountain Time, with travel required just once a year. If you want to build things that matter and grow your craft while doing it, we'd love to talk.

Budgeted Hiring Range

$130,000—$165,000 USD

All new hires are required to attend New Collaborator Orientation (NCO) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The College will cover travel, lodging, and other accommodations.

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