German-Speaking Lead Solution Architect (Pre-Sales)

Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions Slovakia; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions Slovakia is seeking a senior Solution Architect for end-to-end design, architecture, and technical leadership in complex opportunities and transformation programs. The role involves pre-sales engagements, workshops in German and English, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to shape solutions and drive deal closure.

Applicants should hold a Master's degree in IT, have 6+ years of experience, and possess relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in IT or related field.
• At least 6 years of IT experience.
• Certifications in relevant fields (e.g., architecture frameworks, security, networking).
• Proficiency in German and English at C1 level.
• Experience in pre-sales and solution architecture.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead technical advisor and solution architect during pre-sales activities.
• Conduct workshops in German and English to understand business, operational, and technical requirements.
• Translate customer requirements into end-to-end solution architectures and service designs.
• Support RFP/RFI/RFQ responses, bid preparation, and customer presentations.
• Develop and defend solution concepts with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with sales and delivery teams to shape opportunities and support deal closure.
• Prepare effort estimates, service costing, resource planning, and risk assessments.
• Present solution strategies, migration concepts, and transformation roadmaps to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

English (C1)

German (C1)

IT Knowledge

OS Knowledge

Networking

IT Security

Virtualization

Programming Languages

Education

Master's degree in Information Technology

Industry-recognized professional certification

Process/methodology certification

Job description

Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions Slovakia is seeking a senior Solution Architect for end-to-end design, architecture, and technical leadership in complex opportunities and transformation programs. The role involves pre-sales engagements, workshops in German and English, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to shape solutions and drive deal closure.

Applicants should hold a Master's degree in IT, have 6+ years of experience, and possess relevant certifications.