Software Architect's Handbook

Solution architect

A solution architect converts requirements into an architecture for a solution. They work closely with business analysts and product owners to understand the requirements so that they can design a solution that will satisfy those requirements.

Solution architects select the most appropriate technologies for the problem that needs to be solved. They may work with enterprise architects, or if such a role does not exist in the organization, take on the responsibilities of an enterprise architect, to consider an organization's overall strategic goals and enterprise architecture principles when designing their solution.

The designs created by solution architects may be reused in multiple projects. It is common in an organization ...