Solutions Architect

Kinsmen Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in Glasgow is recruiting for a Solution Architect. This role involves capturing requirements, leading project delivery, and providing technical support. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and 10 completed projects in a similar role. Responsibilities include defining system requirements, preparing documentation, and ensuring quality delivery of projects. A strong technical background and excellent communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently. The position is full-time, mid-senior level, and may require travel across the UK and North America.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Solution Consultant in the field of Engineering Information Management.
• Minimum experience of 10 projects in the role of Solution Consultant or similar.
• Solid understanding of document management and data-driven software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work with end-users to define system requirements and oversee project delivery.
• Prepare project documentation, including System Requirements Specifications and Data Migration Plans.
• Provide technical support to customers, including troubleshooting.
• Manage overall development effort and support project management responsibilities.

Skills

Technical expertise

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Training capabilities

Job description

About the role

At Kinsmen Group, our Solution Architects are responsible for capturing requirements, aligning solutions, and seeing projects through to the point where customers realize value. They act on behalf of the customer, providing project ownership to the wider team and supporting the successful delivery of projects and solutions.

We look for passionate, driven individuals who can lead customer engagement project by project, ensuring only the best outcomes.

Reasonable accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

What you’ll do

• Work directly with end-users to define system requirements and oversee project delivery in terms of solution alignment to customer needs and expectations.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of project documentation, including, but not limited to, System Requirements Specifications, Functional Specifications, System Design Specifications, and Data Migration Plans, as necessary.
• Design, configure and unit‑test user interface components and server components according to project specifications.
• Install and configure solutions in client environments as required to support the project team.
• Prepare training materials and perform training for end‑users and system administrators.
• Perform data migration of customer legacy data in conjunction with the technical team.
• Review and provide input to project documentation, including but not limited to the Project Plan, Project Schedule, project estimates, and the Issues and Actions Log.
• Perform solution configuration reviews submitted by other consultants to ensure adherence to standards.
• Keep the project manager apprised of the status of assigned tasks, all key customer communications, and all issues that arise.
• Provide technical support to customers, including troubleshooting and defect resolution, and answering functionality questions by users and administrators.
• Adhere to Kinsmen Group standards and defined methodologies, as outlined in standard operating procedures and guidelines.
• Assist in quality assurance activities, as necessary.
• Serve as technical expert and provide technical assistance for all services employees.
• Assist in the sales process by performing product demonstrations, providing technical guidance and recommendations, and preparing technical estimates.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Consistently complete tasks on schedule or ahead of schedule - and within budget.
• Deliver high‑quality projects with minimal defects.
• Manage the overall development effort for a project and support project management responsibilities as necessary.

Qualifications

• Recognized by customers and coworkers as a technical expert.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Solution Consultant in the field of Engineering Information Management.
• Minimum experience of 10 projects in the role of Solution Consultant or similar.
• Solid understanding of document management, data‑driven software solutions.
• Full project lifecycle experience.
• Experience in requirements gathering and business analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to train others and perform demonstrations.
• Solid problem‑solving skills.
• Team player.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to travel up to 30% across UK and North America.
• Self‑motivated.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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