Senior Solutions Architect

Penbrothers International; Metro Manila; Remote; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Penbrothers International is seeking a Senior Solutions Consultant to lead design and implementation of enterprise-scale solutions for global clients. You will drive pre-sales collaboration, guide strategic initiatives, and serve as a top escalation point for complex technical issues in a remote setting.

You will mentor junior engineers, shape service delivery, and engage with enterprise managers to translate business challenges into tailored, secure solutions across Windows, Unix/Linux, PKI,

Qualifications

• Direct customer-facing experience in professional services, technical, MSP, or software consulting.
• Hands-on experience in cybersecurity, computer infrastructure, or software development.
• Competent understanding of Windows and Unix/Linux administration, core networking fundamentals, and infrastructure troubleshooting.
• Ability to lead complex projects and influence decision-making with enterprise-level managers and engineers.
• Strong ability to articulate technical solutions clearly, provide expert guidance, and build professional relationships with clients.
• Proven ability to work with enterprise-level managers and engineers to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in designing and implementing solutions for large-scale projects.
• Drive innovation and thought leadership in customer engagements.
• Collaborate with Sales teams on pre-sales activities.
• Serve as a key escalation point for complex technical issues.
• Lead the design and architecture of enterprise-level solutions.
• Identify and mitigate risks in solution implementations.
• Mentor and coach junior team members.
• Engage with customers to understand their business challenges and objectives.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.

Skills

Direct customer-facing experience

Technical foundations

Core systems knowledge

Project leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Windows

Unix/Linux

Networking

Infrastructure troubleshooting

Job description

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest-growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Client

Our client is a global leader in digital trust, PKI, and machine identity management, helping organizations manage and secure keys, certificates, and identities across cloud, containers, and enterprise environments. As digital ecosystems grow, we enable secure, scalable, and automated cryptographic operations.

About the Role

The Senior Solutions Consultant provides strategic leadership in designing and implementing solutions for large-scale projects. They drive innovation and thought leadership in customer engagements, collaborate closely with Sales teams on pre-sales activities, and serve as a key escalation point for complex technical issues.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide strategic leadership in designing and implementing solutions for large-scale projects.
• Drive innovation and thought leadership in customer engagements.
• Collaborate with Sales teams on pre-sales activities.
• Serve as a key escalation point for complex technical issues.
• Lead the design and architecture of enterprise‑level solutions.
• Identify and mitigate risks in solution implementations.
• Actively contribute to the improvement of service delivery processes.
• Mentor and coach junior team members.
• Engage with customers to understand their business challenges and objectives.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.

What You Bring:

• Direct Customer-Facing Experience: Must have a proven track record in a professional services, technical, MSP, or software consulting capacity. This is the primary requirement for staff augmentation.
• Technical Foundations: Several years of hands‑on experience in cybersecurity, computer infrastructure, or software development.
• Core Systems Knowledge: Competent understanding of Windows and Unix/Linux administration, core networking fundamentals, and infrastructure troubleshooting.
• Project Leadership: Ability to lead complex projects, drive strategic initiatives, and influence decision‑making with enterprise‑level managers and engineers.
• Communication: Strong ability to articulate technical solutions clearly, provide expert guidance, and build professional relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to work effectively with enterprise‑level managers and engineers to understand technical requirements, provide recommendations, and deliver tailored solutions.

Nice to Have

• Domain Expertise: Experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) concepts, including Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS) & Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS).
• Cloud & Virtualization: Practical experience with Azure or AWS environments.
• Software Delivery & Integration: Familiarity with enterprise API integrations and modern infrastructure tools, including containers, Terraform, Ansible, and Helm charts.
• Relevant Platform Background: Prior experience working for or with Digicert, Venafi, or AppViewX.
• Scripting Proficiency: Experience developing scripts for automation using tools like PowerShell and SQL.

Level of Authority

Independent level of authority to manage projects, make some operational decisions within their area of expertise, and contribute to strategic planning under the guidance of senior management. Expected to exercise sound judgment, take initiative in problem‑solving, and have a greater responsibility for the outcomes of their work. While consulting with higher‑level management for guidance on complex issues may still be needed, this level is trusted with more significant responsibilities and is expected to contribute actively to the organization's goals and objectives.

Our Hiring Process & AI Disclaimer:

We use AI tools to streamline our application process—including an initial conversation with an AI Interviewer. All hiring decisions are made entirely by humans: our Talent Acquisition team guides your full candidate journey and makes all evaluation decisions.

You are welcome to use AI for CV refinement and research, but real‑time AI assistance during interviews or skill assessments is strictly prohibited to ensure an authentic evaluation.

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What You’ll Get

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you’ll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast‑growing startups and dynamic companies.

• Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience.
• Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people’s career and welfare.
• Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high‑growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home.
• Powering global startups: We’ve created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start‑ups to focus on growth.