Sales Solutions Architect

NCS Hong Kong and Singapore; Singapore; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking technology services firm as a Sales Solution Architect, where you will analyze and design innovative solutions that meet client needs. This role requires a deep understanding of ICT infrastructure and the ability to influence stakeholders while maintaining a clear vision for solution architecture. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions that stand out in a competitive landscape. With a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in ICT infrastructure architecture.
• Certifications in ITIL, TOGAF, and Cloud technologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Render presales technical support to client service teams.
• Drive and maintain conceptual integrity of the solution design.

Skills

ICT infrastructure architecture

Solution Architect experience

Cloud technologies

API and integration methodologies

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership abilities

Education

University Degree in Engineering

University Degree in Computer Science

Tools

ITIL

TOGAF

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

DevSecOps

CI/CD

Job description

NCS is a leading technology services firm with a presence in Asia Pacific, partnering with governments and enterprises to advance communities through technology. With a team of over 10,000 across 49 specializations, NCS offers end-to-end technology services, focusing on digital, cloud, platforms, application, infrastructure, engineering, and cybersecurity. The company emphasizes building a partner ecosystem with technology leaders, research institutions, and startups to foster innovation. For more information, visit ncs.co.

Job Description

The Sales Solution Architect analyzes, designs, and develops roadmaps and implementation plans based on current and future state solution architectures. The candidate assesses near-term needs to establish business priorities, analyzes and develops architectural requirements, and ensures alignment with IT strategy. Success in this role requires clarity on organizational weaknesses and opportunities, as well as vigilance against competitive and environmental threats.

The architect works in dynamic, evolving business environments supporting large, complex deals. Familiarity with industry architectural methodologies, frameworks, modeling tools, and product development methodologies is essential. The candidate must stay updated on technological advancements.

Collaboration with onshore and offshore technology teams across all relevant areas is crucial. The designed solutions should be appropriately tailored and accepted by internal authorities. Post-contract, the candidate transitions the solution to the implementation team.

The Sales Solution Architect leads cross-technology issues and risk mitigation, presenting innovative ideas to client executives. Strong leadership, communication skills, creativity, influence, and stakeholder management are required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide presales technical support to client service teams.
2. Analyze tender/client specifications and manage multiple solution workstreams.
3. Maintain the integrity of solution design aligning with client objectives to create value.
4. Prepare solution deliverables like cost estimates, risk assessments, and proposals, following governance processes.
5. Ensure architecture and design agreement with stakeholders and collaborate on viable solutions.
6. Maintain objective perspectives to advise senior leaders on technical and solution guidance.
7. Adhere to standards and quality expectations.
8. Develop and refine solution patterns for recurring problems.
9. Support interventions on projects facing quality or progress issues.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• University Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Minimum of 10 years in ICT infrastructure architecture, solution or delivery architecture, or large-scale project management across technology stacks.
• Certifications such as ITIL, TOGAF, AWS Cloud Practitioner are advantageous.
• Experience in enterprise architecture, SOA, microservices, containerization, APIs, and modern integration (e.g., Kafka).
• Knowledge of Digital capabilities, Data Architecture, and Cloud Architecture.
• Proven experience delivering integrated, multi-platform solutions.
• Familiarity with SDLC using traditional and agile methods.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps, CI/CD, and automation tools.
• Excellent communication skills to explain technology to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills for managing complex solutions.
• Curiosity and questioning mindset.
• Influencing and negotiation skills.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Resilience and team orientation, with the ability to collaborate across stakeholders.