Chief Solutions Architect - Kepler US

Kepler Communications Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Wellness allowance

Health/dental/vision insurance (depend

Unlimited vacation

Relocation packages

Professional development fund $1,500

Job summary

Kepler Communications, a US‑based role, seeks a Chief Solutions Architect to lead technical strategy and market initiatives for government and commercial customers. You will drive high‑level architectural work, coordinate with sales and engineering, and serve on the US leadership team to accelerate the Kepler network’s capabilities.

You will oversee strategic initiatives, mentor technical teams in an agile environment, and frequently engage with executive leadership while traveling 25–30%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or scientific field.
• 15+ years of directly related experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience co‑architecting solutions for commercial and Federal customers.
• Strong design ability to translate concepts into credible products.
• Proven track record in innovation strategy, new product development and budgeting.
• Experience mentoring teams within an agile environment.
• Excellent communication, leadership and strategic thinking.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and hold active TS‑DOD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Architect high‑level technical solutions for new market opportunities.
• Champion customer needs in marketing materials and proposals.
• Partner with sales/engineering to address US Government customers.
• Collaborate with engineering on upgrades for commercial and government use.
• Maintain knowledge of space industry trends and technologies.
• Serve as technology leader on Kepler’s US leadership team.
• Travel approximately 25–30% annually.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Cross‑functional collaboration

Problem solving

Executive briefing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

About Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications is building the future of on‑demand space connectivity by providing real‑time Internet access for space‑based assets. With 33 satellites launched to date, we operate the world’s first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling continuous space communications and advanced on‑orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and a 401(k)
• Annual Wellness Allowance, comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance (including dependents)
• Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave, company‑wide holiday shutdown
• Semi‑annual company‑wide parties and regular virtual and team events
• Relocation packages for approved roles
• $1,500 annual professional development fund
• Town halls, celebration calls and frequent company‑wide events
• Certified Great Place to Work® (five years in a row at our Canadian headquarters)

Role Overview

As the US‑based Chief Solutions Architect, you will report directly to the President of Kepler Communications US and play a pivotal role in supporting US government and commercial customers, as well as engineering and business development teams. You will provide critical technical leadership, drive market presence, and lead strategic initiatives that increase usage and capabilities of the Kepler Network.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect high‑level technical solutions, concepts, and applications for new market opportunities from inception through commercialization, coordinating with sales and engineering.
• Champion customer needs by contributing to marketing and sales materials, presenting solutions, and preparing proposals.
• Partner with sales and engineering to identify and develop solutions that address US Government customers and strategic applications.
• Work with Kepler’s engineering team to identify, assess, and advance technical upgrades to existing products for commercial and government use, and strategic initiatives worldwide.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the space industry, including technology and market trends.
• Serve as the technology leader on Kepler’s US leadership team.
• Travel approximately 25–30% annually (domestic and international).

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or scientific field.
• 15+ years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience interacting with and co‑architecting solutions for commercial and Federal customers.
• Strong design ability to translate a notional concept into a technically credible product or service that meets a business case and market.
• Proven track record in innovation strategy, new product development, strategic planning, goal setting, process development, and budgeting.
• Experience managing and mentoring individuals and technical teams within an agile environment.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking with problem‑solving aptitude.
• Ability to convey technical topics in business terms and collaborate cross‑functionally.
• Intellectual horsepower to identify new opportunities, drive clarity and focus, and make tough decisions in complex, dynamic contexts.
• Strong oral and written communication, with ability to present to executive leadership.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Current and/or active U.S. TS‑DOD clearance.

Bonus Points

• Master’s degree or PhD in technology or a business discipline.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kepler is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at [e-mail], and we will work with you to meet your needs.

At Kepler Communications, all hiring decisions are made by people. Human recruiters are involved in every step of our recruitment process. We use AI‑based tools (such as Lever AI and HireEZ) to assist with the initial review of applications by ranking candidates based on job‑relevant criteria. These tools support — but do not replace — human judgment.