Principal Solution Architect

Gruppo SKF; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Gruppo SKF seeks a Principal Solution Architect in Bengaluru. This role involves driving the development of Digital Engineering & Innovation architecture, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Applicants should possess a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields, with over 15 years of experience, which includes leading architectural decisions. The ideal candidate will be familiar with cloud computing, programming languages, and EA frameworks. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of overall experience, including 5-10+ years of software development.
• Experience in leading architectural decisions or teams.
• Familiarity with EA frameworks like TOGAF, ZACHMAN or GARTNER.

Responsibilities

• Drive development of Digital Engineering & Innovation Architecture.
• Lead architecture and design for future sales platform.
• Research and implement new technologies.
• Analyze systems for cost reduction and efficiency.

Skills

Cloud computing

Enterprise data management

Programming languages

Database management

Strategic Thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics or related fields

Tools

Kubernetes

Job description

Requisition ID: 24355

Job Category: Engineering & Technology

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Bengaluru, IN

Job Title: Principal Solution Architect

Reports To: Director & Global Head, Digital Engineering & Innovation (DE&I)

Role Purpose

The Lead Solution Architect drives the development and maintenance of Digital Engineering & Innovation (DE&I) Architecture to create visualizations comparing current and future states of Digital Engineering & Innovation products and services. The role entails aligning SKF IT infrastructure with DE&I and Technology Development Business requirements, ensuring IT systems and technologies are optimized to effectively support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design for a future platform of sales, products and services by assessing existing systems and emerging business models and needs.
• Continuously research, evaluate, and implement new technologies within DE&I and TD.
• Analyze existing systems and processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency gains.
• Maintain clear communication with DE&I Management and Global IT to confirm alignment between systems and business needs.
• Evaluate market technology options for suitability, including software and hardware solutions.

Candidate Profile

• Qualification - Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics or related fields
• Overall Experience – 15+ Years (5-10+ years of software development experience and 5+ years of leading architectural decisions or teams)
• Knowledge of cloud computing, enterprise data management & IT infrastructure
• Proficiency in programming languages & database management
• Familiarity with EA frameworks like TOGAF, ZACHMAN or GARTNER
• Understanding of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and event-driven systems
• Working knowledge of development operations and automation like Kubernetes etc.
• Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and compliance frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, ISO).
• Soft skills: Strategic Thinking, communication, leadership, ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audience