Job Title: Senior Architect (Hybrid)
Seniority: Individual Contributor
Department: Engineering
SUMMARY
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge IT/OT programs, strategies, and solutions for our clients. You’ll collaborate across departments to create innovative architectures that optimize performance and scalability, while also helping shape the future of our business development strategies. If you’re passionate about standardization, process improvement, and staying ahead of industry shifts, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact. As a Senior Architect, you’ll play a key role in setting configuration baselines, benchmarks, and best practices that guide the lifecycle of client-facing strategies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Architecture and Solution Design:
- Develop comprehensive architecture solutions, including datacenter, campus, and cloud infrastructure, tailored to client goals.
- Ensure accuracy in bill of materials, including components such as licenses, support, cables, and transceivers, while ensuring compatibility with existing systems.
- Draft detailed Statements of Work (SOW) and Level of Effort (LOE) documents that capture the client’s environment and requirements.
- Oversee proof of concept (POC) implementations for clients and partners.
2. Thought Leadership:
- Shape new strategies and products that strengthen our market presence and client offerings.
- Stay current on emerging technologies and methodologies through industry events, online resources, and peer networking.
3. Post-Sale Support:
- Collaborate with the Project Management Office (PMO) and delivery teams to ensure smooth implementation of solutions.
- Provide necessary support to ensure the success of client engagements.
- Participate in close-out and lessons-learned sessions to continuously improve the presales process.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Project Delivery: Lead the delivery of assigned projects, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
- Marketing Support: Contribute to marketing efforts, providing insights for campaigns and presenting at industry events when needed.
- Training & Relationships: Help develop training programs for internal teams on new initiatives and industry shifts. Foster strong relationships with key partners.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Associate’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
Experience:
- 15+ years in IT, with a focus on datacenter and cloud solutions for at least 10 years.
- 3+ years in a consultant, lead, or management role.
Technical Skills:
- Expertise in datacenter and cloud infrastructure for diverse environments.
- Advanced knowledge of compute, storage, messaging, and cloud solutions.
- Strong troubleshooting and visibility tool experience.
- Proficiency in documenting technology processes, including disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Experience with load balancers and application delivery controllers is a plus.
- Hands-on experience managing infrastructure supporting large-scale deployments.
Soft Skills:
- Highly adaptable with a strong desire to learn.
- Positive team player with excellent communication skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with an eye for detail.
- Ability to design and implement complex solutions while working independently.
- Enthusiastic about applying new technologies to meet client needs.
Certifications:
- Required: Professional-level certifications in datacenter and/or cloud technologies (e.g., VMware Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Expert, AWS Certified Cloud/System Engineer).
REPORTING & COLLABORATION
- Reports To: Chief Technology Officer
- Collaborates With: Engineering, Sales, and Client Teams
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- We provide ample opportunities for continuous learning through training resources, industry conferences, and hands-on projects. This role offers a pathway to leadership positions such as Practice Manager, Principal Architect, or Lead Architect, with potential to explore other areas like project management, sales, and operations.