25211103 - Modern Workplace Solution Architect

DXC Technology Inc.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Modern Workplace Pre-Sales Solution Architect to join their innovative team. In this dynamic role, you will design and develop IT solutions tailored to client needs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your expertise will guide clients through complex proposals and ensure successful project delivery. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment that values creativity and collaboration, making a significant impact on client success and your career growth. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about technology, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in solution architecture or related field.
• Strong problem-solving and team lead skills required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop IT solutions for external clients.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Advanced degree in a relevant field

Tools

TOGAF

AWS Certified Solutions Architect

Job description

Job Description:

DXC cultivates a work environment that attracts and retains some of the most skilled talent in today’s workplace. With a strategic focus on our people and our customers, we are committed to doing what’s best for both. That’s why we’re creating a workplace where employees seize change as an opportunity to accelerate their careers and amplify customer success.

We are a diverse and creative group, singularly focused on delivering results for our customers. We are motivated to learn and succeed together—to build our future and get things done.

Your career is about what you want to be and achieve. It’s about bringing your skills, curiosity, creativity, and your true self to your work.

Due to continued growth, DXC is looking for an experienced Modern Workplace Pre-Sales Solution Architect to work in a high-paced collaborative and supportive team. Responsible for design, development, and integration of IT or IT-enabled services and solutions for external clients for their business needs including technology, service delivery, and commercial aspects. Serving as a trusted advisor to internal and/or external clients for understanding the business/technical problem/need, translating them to, shaping and/or validating requirements and scope for the solution. Serving as a technical expert on solutions design, development, and implementation requirements to address business needs. Possessing analytical and problem-solving skills as well as a strong understanding of the capabilities that DXC and partners provide. Responsible for sizing and costing of the architected solution. Responsible for creating the written proposal of the solution and governing it internally for its deliverability. Responsible for aligning the commercial aspects of client engagement (SOWs, project plans, etc.) with the technical delivery solution. Responsible for presenting the solution to the client and serving as a trusted advisor to establish client confidence.

Essential Job Skills/Functions:

• Experienced Modern Workplace pre-sales solution architect
• Experience working on complex UK government bids
• Hold or eligible for UK Security Clearance
• Translate the clients' tendered requirements into a written and costed proposal response.
• Collaborate with other solution architects to deliver technical solutions that meet client’s requirements.
• Work with Delivery/Operation leaders to agree on solution and resourcing profiles
• Present the solution to internal approvers ahead of submission
• Participate and present at client workshops.
• Work effectively in a team, contributing to bid success.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with team members and stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Typically, several years of relevant work experience in the industry, with a minimum of 2+ years in a similar role in solution architecture or a related field
• Strong problem-solving and team lead skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Prior experience working with cross-functional teams on Modern Workplace bids
• Successful involvement in Modern Workplace solution implementation projects
• Continuous learner that stays abreast of industry and technology

Other Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field a plus
• Relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect)