Fast Facts

Join Ellucian as an Associate Solutions Architect, where you'll support the pre-sales technical process and design innovative cloud-based solutions for higher education institutions.

Responsibilities: Design and prototype scalable SaaS solutions, translate client requirements into functional solutions, apply cloud and DevOps practices, and collaborate within Agile teams.

Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, Java, Python, Go), familiar with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and knowledge of databases and APIs.

Qualifications: 0-2 years of experience in software or cloud engineering, strong communication skills, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Location: This is a remote position with the company operating in the United States.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $70,000 - $95,000.

About Ellucian

Here at Ellucian, we are motivated by a mission - power education so institutions can empower student success. We are the global market leader in EdTech for higher education, serving more than 2,900 customers and reaching over 22 million students in 50 countries. We are dedicated to helping higher education unlock learning for all by providing solutions that support the entire student lifecycle and deliver insights needed now and into the future.

We embrace the power to lead, the courage to innovate, and the determination to grow. At our core, we believe in humanizing our approach, recognizing that our people are our greatest strength. With a shared vision of transformation, we endeavor to shape a brighter future for higher education.

About the Opportunity

Ellucian is seeking a motivated, growth-minded Associate Solutions Architectto join our Professional Services team in designing and developing scalable, cloud-based SaaS solutions that shape the future of higher education. In this role, you will support the technical pre-sales process by partnering with sales teams to design, demonstrate, and articulate solutions that showcase value and enable institutions to make informed technology decisions that drive student success. 

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and apply modern development practices while leveraging tools across cloud platforms, development frameworks, and AI-assisted technologies. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise, solve complex challenges, and contribute to a fast-paced, mission-driven organization advancing higher education.

This is an ideal opportunity to launch your career while creating solutions that make a meaningful impact in higher education. At Ellucian, we value innovation, continuous learning, and the power of technology to transform the student experience. 

Where you will make an impact 

• Solution Architecture: Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to design and prototype scalable SaaS solutions that demonstrate technical feasibility and business value. 
• Technical Development: Translate client requirements into functional, well-engineered solutions that bridge pre-sales concepts with implementation. 
• Cloud and DevOps Practices: Apply CI/CD workflows, infrastructure as code, and automated deployment processes using tools such as GitHub, Jenkins, and Terraform to ensure efficient, scalable, and reliable solution delivery. 
• Quality Assurance: Develop maintainable, well-documented solutions with unit and functional tests aligned to team standards and best practices. 
• AI Implementation: Leverage AI tools and platforms to enhance development workflows, automate tasks, and deliver intelligent features that improve the higher education experience. 
• Collaboration & Agile Delivery: Work effectively within Agile teams, contributing to sprints, retrospectives, and cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation and successful outcomes. 

What You Will Bring 

• Experience: 0–2 years in software, cloud, or platform engineering through internships, academic projects, or personal initiatives. 
• Customer Engagement: Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical solutions into clear business value for diverse audiences. 
• Programming: Proficiency in one or more languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, Java, Python, or Go, with a commitment to continuous learning. 
• Front-End & Cloud: Familiarity with front-end frameworks (e.g., React, HTML5), back-end APIs, or major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. 
• Software Fundamentals: Understanding of core concepts including object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms. 
• APIs & Integrations: Exposure to RESTful or GraphQL APIs and interest in developing scalable integration solutions. 
• Databases: Foundational knowledge of relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or non-relational databases (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB), with an eagerness to learn cloud-native database services. 
• DevOps & Tooling: Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and common developer tools; curiosity about infrastructure-as-code and cloud automation practices. 
• AI & Innovation: Interest in leveraging AI-powered tools to enhance coding, testing, and problem-solving efficiency. 
• Collaboration & Growth: Strong teamwork skills, openness to feedback, and a proactive approach to learning and professional development. 
• Bonus Skills: Familiarity with higher education systems or enterprise SaaS environments is a plus.