Job description
The Senior Technical Solution Architect will work directly with customers, assisting account executives in sales calls and business development in a pre-sales capacity, recommending business and technical solutions and creating statements of work. This is a customer-facing role with opportunities to shape the way we engage clients, deliver projects, and adopt new technologies.
Responsibilities
Creating architectural designs, infrastructure/connectivity analysis & design.
Leading onsite (or virtual) workshops.
Own and manage discovery & design sessions, writing documentation, bills of materials, creating project estimates, and statements of work.
Partner with account executives to lead technical discovery, solution design, and architecture discussions with enterprise clients.
Develop and present tailored solution architectures that meet business requirements and align with industry best practices.
Conduct in-depth product demonstrations, whiteboard sessions, and proof-of-concept engagements.
Respond to RFPs, RFIs, and technical questionnaires with detailed, solution-specific content.
Influence product development through feedback based on client interactions and market demand.
Mentor junior solution architects and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives across the pre-sales team.
Collaborate closely with delivery and sales teams to ensure technical feasibility and seamless post-sale transitions.
Maintain deep expertise in company offerings, competitive positioning, and industry trends.
Other duties as assigned and directed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
7 - 9 years of experience in a solution architect, pre-sales engineer, or related technical consulting role.
Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, negotiation and presentation skills. Confirmed technical knowledge and consultative skills and able to train and disseminate information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment and interact with all levels of management, vendors, and customers.
Strong problem solving and analytical/reasoning skills.
Proven time management skills while remaining flexible in responding to changing company and client needs.
Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
Proven experience designing and presenting complex technical solutions to enterprise-level customers.
CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional), CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert)
Benefits
You'll love working at NRI not just for the usual benefits, but for our environment and culture!
You'll work with a great group of people in a highly collaborative team and results oriented atmosphere.
You'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and extremely positive environment where there is always the opportunity to challenge your skills and really move the needle.
You’ll work with large, sophisticated, and progressive clients throughout North America.
We provide a comprehensive benefits program including: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Health/Dependent Care Flexible Spending, 401(k) Plan, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage, Generous Vacation and Flex Time Off Programs, Company Paid Holidays, and Training and Development Opportunities.
Notices
The above description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, or experience required of individuals in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
NRI North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
NRI North America will accept applications on an ongoing basis.
NRI North America will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with The Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to .
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.