Solution Architect

Lightedge; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LightEdge Solutions in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Solutions Architect with deep expertise in IBM Power Systems and IBM i to help customers modernize, optimize, and scale critical infrastructure platforms.

You will lead architectural engagements, design resilient Power-based solutions, and collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Delivery teams to ensure alignment with business goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in Solutions Architecture or related technical consulting.
• Expertise with IBM Power Systems, IBM i, PowerVM and PowerVS.
• Experience designing storage, backup, disaster recovery and high-availability solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect IBM Power Systems and IBM i solutions for enterprise customers.
• Lead infrastructure modernization, migration, backup/recovery, and DR initiatives.
• Develop hybrid infrastructure solutions spanning colocation, cloud, and on-prem.
• Serve as technical lead during discovery sessions, solution presentations, and reviews.
• Collaborate with Sales to align technical strategy with business needs.
• Create solution diagrams, scopes, and recommendations.
• Work with Engineering, Product and Delivery to ensure feasibility and alignment.
• Provide technical mentorship and contribute to standards.

Skills

Solutions Architecture

IBM Power Systems

IBM i (AS/400)

PowerVM

PowerVS

Backup/DR

Client engagement

Tools

VMware

AWS

Azure

Job description

LightEdge Solutions is developing the IT solutions that will propel businesses forward over the next 10 years. Using a combination of shared and private/dedicated platforms, LightEdge has been successful in offering businesses alternatives that streamline operations, improve reliability and reduce costs.

If you are passionate about creating real solutions that help businesses with cutting-edge technology, want to be challenged to think out of the box and be in a position where you can impact change on a daily basis, then LightEdge can offer you a dynamic corporate environment built on teamwork and personal responsibility.

Lightedge is seeking a Solutions Architect with deep expertise in IBM Power Systems and IBM i environments to help customers modernize, optimize, and scale critical infrastructure platforms. This role combines technical architecture, customer engagement, and strategic solution design across enterprise hosting, hybrid cloud, storage, backup, and disaster recovery environments.

The ideal candidate is comfortable leading technical discussions with customers, designing resilient IBM i and Power-based solutions, and partnering closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations teams to deliver outcomes that align with business and operational goals.

What You’ll Do

• Design and architect IBM Power Systems and IBM i solutions for enterprise and mid-market customers
• Lead infrastructure modernization, migration, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery initiatives
• Develop hybrid infrastructure solutions integrating colocation, managed services, cloud, and on-prem platforms
• Serve as the technical lead during customer discovery sessions, solution presentations, and architectural reviews
• Collaborate with Sales teams to align technical strategy with customer business requirements
• Create solution documentation, diagrams, scopes, and technical recommendations
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, and Delivery teams to ensure solution feasibility and operational alignment
• Provide technical mentorship and contribute to architectural standards and best practices

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of experience in Solutions Architecture, Infrastructure Engineering, or related technical consulting roles
• Strong expertise with IBM Power Systems, IBM i (AS/400), PowerVM, and IBM PowerVS
• Experience designing and supporting enterprise storage, backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions
• Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, hosting, and hybrid cloud environments
• Experience presenting technical solutions directly to customers and executive stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts

Preferred/Bonus Experience

• x86 server infrastructure design and administration
• VMware virtualization platforms
• Public cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Experience with managed hosting or colocation environments
• Familiarity with enterprise networking and security concepts

With over 20 years in business, LightEdge offers a full stack of best-in-class IT services delivering flexibility, security, and control. Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud platforms, and the top global security and compliance measures. Our owned and operated facilities, integrated DR solutions, and premium compliant cloud choices make up a true Hybrid Cloud Solution Center. LightEdge annually undergoes third-party audits for ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS 3.2, and SSAE 18 SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.