Position : Presales Solution Architect Digital Infrastructure Management Services (DIMS)
Experience : 5-6 Years
Job Summary :
We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Presales Solution Architect with 5-6 years of overall experience in IT infrastructure, including at least 3+ years in solutioning or technical pre-sales. The ideal candidate combines technical depth with strong business acumen. You will act as a trusted advisor to customers, translating their business needs into tailored DIMS solutions. This role is a perfect fit for a professional looking to transition from delivery / operations into a client-facing role with ownership of the entire solution lifecycle, from conceptualization to delivery handover.
Key Responsibilities :
Solution Architecture & Design :
- Lead customer discovery sessions to capture detailed business and technical requirements.
- Analyze complex IT landscapes to identify gaps and architect innovative solutions across key DIMS towers :
- Data Center Operations : L1-L3 monitoring, incident, change, and problem management.
- Enterprise Networks : WAN, SD-WAN, routing / switching, and network monitoring.
- Storage & Backup : SAN / NAS, replication, and tape / cloud workflows.
- Workplace Services : EUS, VDI, patching, and remote support.
- Service Desk : Ticket lifecycle and automation with tools like ManageEngine or ServiceNow.
- Develop detailed architecture diagrams, workflows, and operating models to clearly articulate the proposed solution.
Commercial & Client Engagement :
Partner with sales teams to effectively position solutions during pursuits, proposals, and presentations.Develop detailed effort and cost models based on service scope, resource estimation, and delivery assumptions.Create Bill of Quantities (BoQs) and pricing models in collaboration with finance.Contribute to RFP / RFQ / RFI responses with detailed technical write-ups and solution differentiators.Participate in customer pitches and executive-level presentations, explaining complex solutions in a business-centric manner.Internal Collaboration & Knowledge Management :
Work closely with delivery, transition, and OEM partners to validate service feasibility and effort drivers.Contribute to solution repositories and reusable assets to enable faster turnaround on future pursuits.Provide inputs to enhance service catalogs and go-to-market strategies.Required Skills & Qualifications
Core Experience :
5-6 years of overall IT infrastructure experience.A minimum of 3+ years in a solutioning, delivery, or technical pre-sales role.Technical Proficiency :
Strong understanding of ITIL-based Service Management, including SLA / KPI frameworks.Hands-on knowledge of Service Desk operations, End-User Computing, Networking, Storage / Backup, and Data Center Operations.Proven ability to design Visio diagrams and create Excel-based estimation models.Soft Skills :
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.A team-oriented, adaptable, and a strong problem-solving mindset.Preferred Qualifications :
ITIL Foundation certification.CCNA or equivalent certification.MCSA or equivalent certification.OEM certifications or strong exposure from vendors like NetApp, Dell EMC, HPE, Commvault, or Veritas.(ref : hirist.tech)