.NET Enterprise Architect

Overview

Job Title: .NET Enterprise ArchitectLocation: Remote - US or Canada preferred

Working Hours: Central Time ZoneType: Independent Contract (Contractor / Non-Employee)Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rate: $60-$80/hr USD /$80-$110/hr CAD

We are seeking a highly experienced .NET Enterprise Architect to lead enterprise-wide architecture, integration strategy, and digital transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in .NET technologies, API-led connectivity, along with a strong background in designing scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and drive enterprise architecture strategy aligned with business objectives and IT roadmap
• Lead the design and implementation of end-to-end integration solutions using MuleSoft Anypoint Platform
• Architect scalable and secure solutions leveraging .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core, Web APIs)
• Design and implement API-led connectivity frameworks (System, Process, Experience APIs)
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into architecture blueprints and solution designs
• Establish integration patterns, best practices, and reusable frameworks
• Provide technical leadership across microservices, cloud-native applications, and distributed systems
• Ensure compliance with security, governance, and data privacy standards
• Mentor development teams and conduct architecture reviews and code quality assessments
• Drive adoption of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation strategies
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and tools for continuous improvement

Qualifications

Required Skills & Expertise

Core Technologies

• Strong expertise in .NET Framework / .NET Core / ASP.NET Core
• Extensive experience in C#, RESTful APIs, Web Services
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture

Cloud & DevOps

• Experience with Azure / AWS / GCP cloud platforms
• Proficiency in CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes (AKS/EKS)

Architecture & Design

• Strong experience in enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF preferred)
• Expertise in design patterns, system scalability, and performance tuning
• Experience in event-driven architecture (Kafka, Service Bus, etc.)

Database & Data

• Strong knowledge of SQL Server / NoSQL databases
• Understanding of data integration and ETL processes

Nice to Have

• Experience in supporting digital banking environments built on Backbase
• Experience in multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments
• Knowledge of security frameworks (OAuth2, JWT, SSO, IAM)
• Exposure to AI/ML integrations or modern data platforms
• Certifications in MuleSoft, Azure, or AWS

• MuleSoft & Integration

  • Hands-on experience with MuleSoft Anypoint Platform (CloudHub / Runtime Fabric)
  • Expertise in API-led connectivity architecture
  • Experience with DataWeave, API Gateway, RAML/OAS specifications
  • Strong knowledge of integration patterns and messaging systems

Soft Skills

• Strong stakeholder communication and leadership skills
• Ability to drive architectural decisions across cross-functional teams
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

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