**Overview**
**Job** **Title:** .NET Enterprise Architect
**Location:** Remote - US or Canada preferred
**Working Hours:** Central Time Zone
**Type:** 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
**Pay Range**
USD $60.00 - USD $80.00 /Hr.
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**Location** _US-_
**ID** _2026-3727_
**Category** _Information Technology_
**Position Type** _Independent Contractor_
**Remote** _Yes_
**Clearance Required** _None_