Lead - Solution Architect

Responsibilities

• Presales and preparation of customer specific technical and commercial solution
• Coordination with stakeholder such as design, engineering, projects, Legal and sales operation for best and up to date data center solution
• Technical and contract SLA discussions and closure with Legal team
• Post Contract Customer relationship management

Qualifications

Architectural Management : Lead the end-to-end solution architecture and design for data center projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology standards.

Requirements Gathering : Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into scalable and resilient architectural designs.

Project Lifecycle Guidance : Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and design to implementation and support.

Technology Evaluation : Evaluate and recommend technologies, tools, and frameworks to optimize data center infrastructure and operations.

Documentation : Develop and maintain architectural blueprints, documentation, and guidelines for data center solutions.

Vendor Management : Participate in the selection and evaluation of vendors and third-party solutions, ensuring adherence to quality and performance standards.

Architecture Assessment : Conduct regular reviews and assessments of existing data center architectures, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.

Mentorship : Mentor and coach junior architects and technical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Industry Awareness : Stay updated on industry developments and emerging technologies, proactively applying them to enhance data center capabilities.

Stakeholder Collaboration : Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate architectural decisions, trade-offs, and recommendations.

Brand Positioning : Ensure Adani's brand values are shown in all interactions. Strengthen relationships to boost the organization's brand and trust within the market and company.

Team Development : Build a high-performing team. Set clear KPIs, track progress, and implement strategies for continuous improvement. Promote a respectful and safe workplace, lead collaborative and productive teams, and mentor for growth and success. Tracks and reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) for digital business success.

Digital mindset : Champions a digital mindset within the organization to drive innovation and competitiveness. Keep up with digital and AI advancements to enhance business and maintain competitiveness.

Internal Stakeholders

Head Solution Architect

Internal teams,

Direct reportees

Cross Functional Teams

External Stakeholders

Customers,

Vendors

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Work Experience

12-15 years of experience in the Data Centers industry

Demonstrated expertise in leading solution architecture and design, product engineering support & solutioning, pre-sales & sales delivery, customer relationship management, project & contract management,

Proven track record of delivering complex data center projects

Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred)

Desired Technical Competencies & Proficiency Levels

Skills Required

Vendor Management, Technology Evaluation, Solution Architecture, Requirements Gathering, Documentation, Design Management