Overview
Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Skills
Accountability
Backup
Conflict Resolution
DevOps
FOCUS
Good Clinical Practice
Good for Enterprise
Google Cloud Platform
IT Governance
IT Outsourcing
IT Service Management
ITIL
Microsoft PowerPoint
Open Systems
Network Security
Job Details
Job Title : Solution Architects
Location : Remote
Duration : Long Term Contract
Responsibilities:
Inform client about emerging technologies pertinent to their infrastructure needs
Interpret business opportunities, changes, and challenges within our clients environments and work across organizational boundaries to drive short and long-term technology roadmaps which will create value for our clients and Ensono
Enable alignment of business objectives with IT roadmaps using analysis of the technology landscape to identify gaps, potential impact, technical debt, etc. and recommend solutions to support business objectives (cost optimization, improved operations, sustainability, etc.)
Advocate for - and drive adoption of standard reference architectures, good technology design patterns, and solution principles that align with the client s business objectives.
Work closely with client IT staff and their business leaders to promote end-to-end solutions using design patterns for mainframe, open systems, and cloud, across vendors and providers such as AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform, IBM, Dell, etc.
Collaborate with the Sales and Consulting organizations to create Pursuit, Solution, and Sales strategies for existing clients
Conduct discovery and assessment workshops (often in collaboration with resources from consulting, operations and product teams) to help drive further penetration of the client account
Develop and document solutions that meet client's (technical and business) requirements and allow them to adapt to changing industry needs with a focus on transformation and re-platform efforts
Conduct solution development sessions and present technical solutions and business cases to a wide variety of audience
Gain executive buy in for complex solutions by engaging in executive and senior-level technology discussions
Gain clients' confidence as a trusted advisor by offering consultation and recommendations drawn from insights, technology know-how, and past experiences
Align and partner with Product Management to help drive appropriate product enhancements and changes to technology roadmap
Aid in driving stability and innovation within the client's current and future state and create solutions based on client requirements and available product offerings
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer sciences
Major Industry accreditations / certifications
15+ years of experience as an architect or equivalent in the hosting and network space (preferably with a service provider)
Proven experience in managing projects through the entire project lifecycle. This includes managing multi-phase/multi-dimensional/multi-resource projects to conclusion while maintaining high client satisfaction
Understanding of (and experience with) public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and hybrid solutions preferred
Well versed in the hosting technology landscape including compute, storage, backup, network, security, DR, DevOps and IT governance including ITSM, TOGAF 9, ITIL 4, etc.
Good understanding of the sales process for large and complex opportunities including ITO
Resourceful and confident in Crisis and Expectation management and confident under pressure
Has experience in technical documentation to capture solution components in a timely manner while ensuring acceptable level of detail, data integrity, and accountability
Ability to share knowledge and expertise among various organizations within the company and to facilitate teamwork among those organizations to better serve our clients
Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills
Proficient with common office applications such as MS Outlook, MS Excel, PowerPoint and MS Visio
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (oral, written and presentation)
Key Attributes:
Independent, Self-directed, Results oriented
Strong presentation & communication skills
Strong empathy, self-awareness and interpersonal skills
Able to challenge status quo in a non-confrontational way
Seniority Level:
15+ years of experience as an architect or equivalent in the hosting and network space (preferably with a service provider and/or cloud MSP)
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