Solutions Architect Jobs in Ohio
Solutions Architect jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with demand concentrated in financial services, healthcare IT, manufacturing technology, and cloud infrastructure across entry-level through senior and principal levels. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati drive the majority of hiring, anchored by employers such as Nationwide Insurance, KeyBank, and Procter & Gamble, all of which maintain substantial technology operations in the state. Cloud platform architecture, enterprise integration, and cybersecurity solutions design are the most sought-after specialties in current Ohio listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us!
Materion is seeking an experienced AI Solutions Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise AI solutions. The position serves as the subject matter expert for AI initiatives, providing strategic leadership and hands-on technical execution across manufacturing data, enterprise copilots, and governed AI capabilities. The role partners with IT, Data, Security, and Business teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-impact AI solutions that enable smarter operations and decision-making.
You Will Have an Opportunity to:
Build and Deliver AI Solutions
- Design, develop, operationalize, and deploy AI/ML and LLM-based solutions in production.
- Build data pipelines and integrations to support AI use cases.
- Implement enterprise AI architectures, including RAG, vector databases, semantic layers, orchestration frameworks, and AI assistants.
- Work directly in code, including Python, APIs, and cloud services, to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Architecture and Technical Leadership
- Understand business issues, value, requirements, and success criteria.
- Drive successful AI adoption through people, process, system, and data improvements.
- Define scalable architecture patterns and make design decisions across data ingestion, model integration, tuning, and application layers.
- Establish reusable frameworks and standards, conduct design reviews, and guide engineering teams.
Manufacturing Data Integration
- Build and optimize pipelines for manufacturing and operational data.
- Support predictive maintenance, quality metrics, and process optimization use cases.
- Partner with OT and data teams to ensure reliable, secure data flow.
Enterprise Copilot and AI Enablement
- Lead implementation of enterprise copilots, including Microsoft Copilot and custom GPT solutions.
- Connect AI solutions securely to internal data sources.
- Identify and deliver AI use cases across business functions.
Governance and Compliance
- Support and advise the Materion AI Committee.
- Establish guardrails for responsible AI use, data protection, and model governance.
- Ensure alignment with security and compliance requirements.
Leadership and Delivery
- Act as the subject matter expert supporting Materion’s AI Committee.
- Implement guardrails for responsible AI, security, and data protection.
- Ensure solutions align with enterprise policies and compliance requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Engineering (or a related field), or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, or solution architecture roles.
- Proven hands-on experience with AI/ML or large language model solutions.
- Strong coding and API development experience and experience with cloud platforms and modern data architecture.
- Strong understanding of APIs, data pipelines, and system design and the ability to design and implement systems independently.
- Ability to define scalable AI and data architecture patterns and the ability to guide engineering teams and conduct design reviews.
- Understanding of responsible AI, data protection, security, and compliance requirements.
Preferred
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments, including IT/OT integrations.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, or similar platforms.
- Experience with data lakes, streaming, or large-scale telemetry data.
- Experience with Azure, Python, modern AI/ML frameworks, RAG, vector databases, semantic layers, orchestration frameworks, identity and access controls (including authentication and RBAC), and NIST or similar compliance frameworks.
#LI-HS1
The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.
Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.
Please provide complete information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.
At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us!
Materion is seeking an experienced AI Solutions Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise AI solutions. The position serves as the subject matter expert for AI initiatives, providing strategic leadership and hands-on technical execution across manufacturing data, enterprise copilots, and governed AI capabilities. The role partners with IT, Data, Security, and Business teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-impact AI solutions that enable smarter operations and decision-making.
You Will Have an Opportunity to:
Build and Deliver AI Solutions
- Design, develop, operationalize, and deploy AI/ML and LLM-based solutions in production.
- Build data pipelines and integrations to support AI use cases.
- Implement enterprise AI architectures, including RAG, vector databases, semantic layers, orchestration frameworks, and AI assistants.
- Work directly in code, including Python, APIs, and cloud services, to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Architecture and Technical Leadership
- Understand business issues, value, requirements, and success criteria.
- Drive successful AI adoption through people, process, system, and data improvements.
- Define scalable architecture patterns and make design decisions across data ingestion, model integration, tuning, and application layers.
- Establish reusable frameworks and standards, conduct design reviews, and guide engineering teams.
Manufacturing Data Integration
- Build and optimize pipelines for manufacturing and operational data.
- Support predictive maintenance, quality metrics, and process optimization use cases.
- Partner with OT and data teams to ensure reliable, secure data flow.
Enterprise Copilot and AI Enablement
- Lead implementation of enterprise copilots, including Microsoft Copilot and custom GPT solutions.
- Connect AI solutions securely to internal data sources.
- Identify and deliver AI use cases across business functions.
Governance and Compliance
- Support and advise the Materion AI Committee.
- Establish guardrails for responsible AI use, data protection, and model governance.
- Ensure alignment with security and compliance requirements.
Leadership and Delivery
- Act as the subject matter expert supporting Materion’s AI Committee.
- Implement guardrails for responsible AI, security, and data protection.
- Ensure solutions align with enterprise policies and compliance requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Engineering (or a related field), or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, or solution architecture roles.
- Proven hands-on experience with AI/ML or large language model solutions.
- Strong coding and API development experience and experience with cloud platforms and modern data architecture.
- Strong understanding of APIs, data pipelines, and system design and the ability to design and implement systems independently.
- Ability to define scalable AI and data architecture patterns and the ability to guide engineering teams and conduct design reviews.
- Understanding of responsible AI, data protection, security, and compliance requirements.
Preferred
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments, including IT/OT integrations.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, or similar platforms.
- Experience with data lakes, streaming, or large-scale telemetry data.
- Experience with Azure, Python, modern AI/ML frameworks, RAG, vector databases, semantic layers, orchestration frameworks, identity and access controls (including authentication and RBAC), and NIST or similar compliance frameworks.
#LI-HS1
The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.
Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.
Please provide complete information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.
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Solutions Architect Job Market in Ohio
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in solutions architect jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related engineering field
- Five or more years of hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise IT solutions
- Demonstrated proficiency with at least one major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Relevant vendor or industry certification such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or equivalent
- Experience collaborating with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical architectures
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex designs to non-technical audiences
Solutions Architect Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a solutions architect in Ohio?
Solutions architect is not a state-licensed profession in Ohio, so there is no Ohio-specific exam or registration required to work in the role. Most hiring paths in Ohio start with a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or engineering, followed by several years in a technical role such as systems administrator, developer, or network engineer. Earning a vendor certification like AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert strengthens candidacy considerably with Ohio employers.
Which companies hire solutions architects in Ohio?
Employers hiring solutions architects in Ohio right now include Booz Allen Hamilton, CURSOR, and Deloitte, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's large financial services sector, health systems, and manufacturing companies generate consistent demand for solutions architects who can bridge business operations and cloud or enterprise technology.
Which Ohio cities have the most solutions architect jobs?
Columbus, Dayton, and Akron account for the most solutions architect openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its dense concentration of insurance, fintech, and state government technology operations, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw from regional banking, healthcare systems, and consumer goods companies that maintain large IT organizations in those metros.
Are there remote solutions architect jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most fields. Solutions architect work is largely advisory and design-focused, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 80% of solutions architect openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly the role has been adopted as a location-flexible position. Discovery workshops and on-site client engagements are the portions of the role most likely to require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a solutions architect in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from an adjacent technical role such as cloud engineer, systems analyst, or application developer, where you already contribute to architecture decisions. Large Ohio employers including major health systems and financial institutions hire associate or junior solutions architect roles that are explicitly designed for candidates transitioning from hands-on technical work. Building a portfolio of architecture diagrams, earning an entry-level cloud certification, and targeting companies with formal technology rotational programs in Columbus or Cleveland sharpens your candidacy considerably.
Where can I find and apply to solutions architect jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to solutions architect jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring for the role. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty area and apply directly to the ones that match.
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