Technical Lead / Solution Architect (PHP & AWS) at HTC Global Services Inc

Job Title Technical Lead / Solution Architect (PHP & AWS) Overview / Summary HTC is seeking a Technical Lead / Solution Architect to own the end-to-end technical design of the Public Health Data Portal Expansion. This role is responsible for shaping the solution across application architecture, APIs, database schema, GIS and identity integrations, AWS cloud infrastructure, and security. The position requires a hands-on leader who can balance strategic design with day-to-day technical guidance, code review, and issue resolution while leading a 6-person delivery team. Key Responsibilities Solution Architecture & Technical Design Own end-to-end solution architecture for the Data Explorer, Admin Portal, and underlying data platform Design modular application architecture, service-layer structure, API framework, and database schema Define technology stack, integration patterns, and AWS cloud infrastructure aligned with standards Produce architecture documentation, technical design documents, and system diagrams Ensure architecture supports future datasets and scalability without application changes Technical Leadership & Delivery Support Lead technical workshops and architecture review sessions with stakeholders Guide development team on framework patterns, coding standards, and integrations Review code quality, approve architectural decisions, and resolve technical blockers Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive delivery Integration, Data & Platform Architecture Design integration patterns for identity, GIS, and cloud services Define service interactions, data flows, and system boundaries Guide database schema strategy, caching design, and query performance tuning Ensure proper environment synchronization, audit trails, and change tracking Security, DevSecOps & Governance Define security architecture aligned with OWASP and data confidentiality requirements Own DevSecOps integration strategy including SAST, SCA, SBOM, and accessibility checks Implement secure coding, encryption, and secrets management practices Contribute to governance, standards, and architecture review processes Required Qualifications 9+ years of experience as a Solution Architect or Technical Lead delivering web applications and data platforms Expertise in PHP 8.x and modern frameworks (CodeIgniter 4, Laravel, or Symfony) and RESTful APIs Strong knowledge of relational databases (SQL Server or PostgreSQL), including schema design and performance tuning Experience with analytical data platforms, caching (Redis), and ETL pipelines Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, RDS, S3, VPC, CloudWatch, Secrets Manager, IAM) Experience integrating enterprise identity providers (Azure Entra ID / SAML / OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect) Experience integrating GIS platforms (ArcGIS Enterprise, REST feature services) Ability to produce architecture artifacts including design documents and diagrams Experience leading engineering teams on standards, reviews, and technical decisions Strong communication skills with ability to present to technical and executive stakeholders What Makes HTC A Great Place To Build Your Future HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you'll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high-performing teams driving success together. You'll have long-term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies. At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks. Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.