Solutions Architect

Solution Architect – Core Data Center (DC)

Job Location : Bangalore

Experience Required : 3 to 8 Years

About the Role

SHI India is seeking a Solution Architect – Core Data Center (DC) to join our growing presales team. This role is ideal for professionals with strong experience in data center technologies who can architect and deliver high-impact infrastructure solutions to enterprise clients.

Key Responsibilities

Work closely with the sales team to understand client requirements and deliver customized Data Center solutions.

Design and configure infrastructure solutions using :

Servers : HPE, Dell, Lenovo, Cisco

Storage : NetApp, HPE, Dell

Virtualization : VMware, Hyper-V, KVM

VDI / HCI : Nutanix, VMware vSAN

HPC (High Performance Computing)

Lead technical discussions, solutioning, and RFP responses.

Deliver product presentations, demonstrations, and POCs (proof-of-concepts).

Stay updated with emerging technologies and contribute to product development.

Create detailed architecture diagrams, proposals, and technical documentation.

Required Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).

3 to 8 years of presales / solution architect experience in Core Data Center technologies.

Deep technical knowledge of compute, storage, networking, virtualization, HCI, and HPC.

Strong client-facing and communication skills.

Certifications in VMware, Nutanix, NetApp, etc. are an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced certifications (e.g., VMware VCAP, Citrix CCP).

Experience with Cisco UCS, OpenStack, RedHat OpenShift, and Microsoft Hyper-V.

Prior work experience with IT services or solutions providers.

Key Skills

Presales, Solution Design, Data Center, Servers, Storage, Virtualization, VMware, Hyper-V, HCI, VDI, Nutanix, VSAN, Citrix, HPC, Technical Architecture, NetApp, Cisco UCS, OpenStack, RedHat, Infrastructure Solutions

Travel Requirement

Willingness to travel for client meetings, demos, and on-site solution delivery as required.

About SHI India

SHI is a leading global IT solutions provider, delivering innovative technology products, services, and consulting to clients worldwide. Join a fast-paced environment with a collaborative culture and limitless growth potential.