Delivery Solutions Architect

Connectly Recruiting; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Senior Solutions Architect to tackle complex business challenges. This role involves leading presales discussions, designing scalable solutions primarily using Microsoft technologies, and managing diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery. With a focus on innovation, the ideal candidate will leverage emerging technologies like generative AI and machine learning to create impactful client solutions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to mentor teams and drive strategic initiatives in a collaborative environment, making a significant impact in the technology consulting landscape.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in solutions architecture with a proven track record.
• Experience leading presales discussions and managing global teams.
• Hands-on with generative AI and ML for predictive decisioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead client discussions to architect tailored solutions.
• Design scalable solutions with a focus on Microsoft technologies.
• Oversee project delivery managing cross-functional teams.

Skills

Solutions Architecture

Applications Development

Data Architecture

Azure Cloud Solutions

Networking

Generative AI

Machine Learning

Agile Methodologies

Client Engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

.NET

Azure Synapse

Power BI

Terraform

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic and versatile Senior Solutions Architect with extensive experience across multiple technical domains and a passion for solving complex business challenges. This role requires a strategic leader who excels in presales architecture discussions, drives solution delivery, and mentors diverse teams of local, nearshore, and offshore technicians and developers. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded technologist with deep expertise in applications development, solutions architecture, and emerging technologies like generative AI and machine learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Presales Leadership: Lead initial client discussions to understand business needs, architect tailored solutions, and present compelling proposals that align with client objectives.
• Solution Design & Architecture: Design robust, scalable solutions with a focus on Microsoft technologies (M365, Azure) while incorporating best practices across applications, data, cloud, infrastructure, and networking.
• Project Delivery Leadership: Oversee end-to-end project delivery, managing cross-functional teams (local, nearshore, offshore) to ensure high-quality outcomes within scope, budget, and timeline.

Technical Expertise:

• Applications Development: Lead code-first and low-code development initiatives, leveraging platforms like Power Apps, Power Automate, and custom .NET solutions.
• Solutions Architecture: Design enterprise-grade architectures that integrate applications, data, and cloud workloads.
• Data Architecture & Development: Architect and implement data solutions, including data lakes, ETL pipelines, and analytics platforms.
• Cloud Workload Knowledge: Drive Azure-based cloud solutions, optimizing for performance, cost, and scalability.
• Infrastructure: Ensure solutions incorporate robust infrastructure designs, including virtualization and hybrid environments.
• Networking: Apply knowledge of network architecture to support secure, high-performance solutions.
• Emerging Technologies: Spearhead projects involving generative AI, machine learning (ML) for predictive decisioning, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative client outcomes.
• Consulting Excellence: Apply consulting best practices to build strong client relationships, manage expectations, and deliver measurable value.
• Agile Leadership: Champion Agile and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies to drive iterative development and delivery.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior architects, developers, and technicians, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.

This role will require approximately 25% travel to work with clients onsite, depending on location.

Requirements

10+ years in solutions architecture, with a proven track record in applications development, solutions design, and delivery leadership. Ideal experience includes work as a Solutions Delivery Lead, Delivery Solutions Architect, Senior Solutions Architect, or similar role in a technology consulting environment.

• Extensive experience across Applications Development (code-first and low-code), Solutions Architecture, Data Architecture & Development, Cloud Workloads (Azure), Infrastructure, and Networking (in order of priority).
• Demonstrated success leading presales discussions and delivering complex projects with global teams.
• Hands-on experience with generative AI, ML for predictive decisioning, and intelligent automation projects.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft technologies, including M365 (Power Platform, SharePoint, Teams), Azure, and .NET development.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of data modeling, SQL, NoSQL, and analytics tools (e.g., Azure Synapse, Power BI).
• Expertise in Azure cloud services (e.g., Azure Functions, AKS, Cosmos DB) and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, ARM templates) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of networking concepts (e.g., VPNs, firewalls, SD-WAN)

Methodologies: Advanced knowledge of Agile, Scaled Agile (SAFe), and software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills to engage C-level stakeholders and technical teams.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities, with experience mentoring diverse, global teams.
• Strategic thinker with a client-centric mindset and a passion for innovation.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, TOGAF) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft certifications in M365, Azure, or Power Platform.
• Experience with other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) as a secondary skill set.
• Background in consulting or professional services environments.
• Passion for staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Ideally located in a region near Sparkhound's markets - Houston, Dallas, Birmingham or Baton Rouge.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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