Varicent Solutions Architect

Position Varicent Solutions Architect

Location: 100% Remote, Chicago IL (Preferred Hybrid but Remote is also fine.)

Job Description:

• Lead end-to-end Varicent implementation projects, leveraging cloud technologies to solve complex sales performance and incentive compensation challenges
• Provide deep Varicent and technology expertise to maximize value for the clients and internal project teams
• Drive disciplined delivery methodology to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to client satisfaction
• Design scalable, resilient, and cost-optimized solutions within the Varicent platform to meet diverse compensation and sales operations needs
• Bring best practices in the solution design to ensure that the end architecture meets best practices
• Ensure that the recent product launches, updates are incorporated into the solutions design
• Guide, coach, and mentor project team members, fostering continuous learning and professional growth in Varicent and SPM best practices
• Demonstrate strong client-facing communication and facilitation skills to navigate business requirements, system design, and solution validation
• Collaborate with ZS experts across domains to identify innovative approaches and mitigate delivery risks
• Work with global team members across time zones to ensure seamless implementation and post-go-live support
• Bring clarity to ambiguous client challenges and support development of business cases for future-state Varicent implementations
• Support ZS Leadership through thought leadership, innovation initiatives, and internal capability development around the Varicent platform

What You ll Bring:

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field with a strong academic record
• 5+ years of experience leading large-scale technology implementations, with at least 2 3 years focused on Varicent or Incentive Compensation Management (ICM) platforms
• Strong understanding of sales compensation processes, sales operations, and performance management
• Exceptional communication skills to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language
• Proven experience in supervising, mentoring, and managing project teams
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and integrations between Varicent and CRM/ERP/HR systems (e.g., Salesforce, Workday, SAP)
• Strong background in data modeling, ETL processes, and SQL for large-scale enterprise environments
• Familiarity with modern data platforms and tools such as Snowflake, Power BI, Databricks, or Redshift
• Experience delivering projects using Agile methodologies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and iterative delivery

Additional skills:

• Capable of leading distributed global teams and ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery of multiple projects
• Skilled in diagnosing and resolving issues across data layers, application logic, and user interfaces
• Willingness to travel to global ZS or client offices as needed to support implementation and collaboration
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach