ASSOCIATE SOLUTION ARCHITECT - REMOTE

Belden; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Solution Architect to drive innovation in connectivity and security. This role involves assessing, designing, and validating solutions across various markets, leveraging deep technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network engineering and design, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a global community dedicated to shaping the future of technology, where your contributions will significantly impact projects and drive success. If you're ready to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in network engineering, design, and implementation.
• Experience with mission-critical network design/architecture.
• Proven track record in a relevant market/industry.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with stakeholders to detail requirements for solutions.
• Develop solution architectures for product initiatives.
• Document network designs and validate architectures.

Skills

Network Engineering

Design and Implementation

SCADA

Cybersecurity

Python

Java

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Engineering Degree in Networking

Tools

Node-Red

Cloud Integration Tools

Job description

Job Summary:

The Solution Architect (SA) role within Belden's Global Products & Solutions (GPS) organization is a technical expert and resource for our teams, producing solutions for various markets, applications, and use cases. The SA assesses, designs, develops, builds, and validates solutions by leveraging in-depth knowledge of Belden's portfolio. They lead efforts in developing use cases, documenting best practices, and are SME on multi-disciplinary teams. Innovation and sharing technology insights are part of their daily tasks.

Responsibilities:

1. Communicate with key internal and external project stakeholders to detail requirements for solutions.
2. Evaluate design requirements from customers and/or partners. Provide feedback and guidance for greenfield and brownfield project designs.
3. Develop solution architectures that inform product development initiatives and guide customer engagements.
4. Document industrial network and digital automation network designs, including design prerequisites, topology drawings, reports, configuration procedures, performance metrics, and demonstrations.
5. Validate solution architectures and report results of Proof-of-Concept (PoC) testing.
6. Stay educated on industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies influencing future design innovation.
7. Document standard practices and common designs utilizing Belden technologies, and share knowledge with targeted audiences.
8. Report project and customer feedback to Sales, Product Management, and Engineering/R&D.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 7+ years in network engineering, design, and implementation.
• Experience with mission-critical network design/architecture.
• Experience navigating converged IT/OT environments and deploying tools for SCADA, NMS, and ICS. Bonus: experience with edge orchestration, cloud integration, wireless systems, or cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of standards like IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.11, IEC 62443. Bonus: IEC 61499, LTE/5G, Nerc CIP, IEC 61850.
• Exposure to coding in Python, Java, Bash, Node-Red, or similar; experience with data engineering or analytics is a bonus.
• Proven track record in a relevant market/industry.
• Engineering degree focusing on Ethernet networking, industrial systems & controls, or high-reliability communications.

Additional Skills & Abilities:

• Attention to technical and commercial details relevant to business and customers.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting and solutions.
• Ability to work independently and in teams within a metric-driven environment.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, and Product Development.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary, international environment.
• Proactive, flexible, customer-centric approach.
• Ability to explain complex technical info to non-technical audiences.
• Professional presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Responsive to questions, able to manage challenges and expectations.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (30%+).

Join us in shaping the future of connectivity and security. Be part of a global community dedicated to innovation and impact.

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This statement describes the general nature and level of work involved. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.