Principal Solution Architect – Hybrid Cloud

At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

Founded in 1990, World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution, with $20 billion in annual revenue, combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for large public and private organizations around the world. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world’s most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps customers and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With nearly 10,000 employees and more than 55 locations around the world, WWT’s culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 13 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and leadership focus on diversity and inclusion. With this culture at its foundation, WWT bridges the gap between business and technology to make a new world happen for its customers, partners, and communities.

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What is the Solutions Consulting & Engineering (SC&E) Team and why join?

Solutions Consulting & Engineering is an organization that is Customer Focused and Solutions Led. We deliver end-to-end and emerging solutions to drive customer satisfaction, increase profitability and growth.  Our success is enabled by our world-class management consulting, delivery excellence and engineering brilliance. Our goal is to bring together business acumen with full-stack technical know-how to develop innovative solutions for our clients’ most complex challenges.

Position Overview:

As a Principal Solutions Architect focused on Hybrid Cloud, you will serve as the lead architect for designing, building, and delivering innovative cloud solutions for clients across various industries. Your expertise in Hybrid Cloud platforms such as RedHat OpenShift Containers, RedHat OpenShift Virtualization, OpenStack, Kubernetes, VMware Cloud Foundations, Hybrid Cloud Automation, will be critical in shaping scalable, secure, and robust infrastructures that meet client needs.

You will drive complex architecture engagements, overseeing cloud migration, automation, and infrastructure modernization strategies. In this role, you will operate with a high degree of autonomy, leading cross-functional teams and setting strategic direction for hybrid cloud initiatives. You will also serve as a key advisor to senior client executives and internal leadership, influencing major technology decisions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains the Hybrid Cloud architectural vision and strategy, aligning it with the organization’s overall goals.
• Leads the creation and implementation of Hybrid Cloud Architecture frameworks and standards to ensure consistency and scalability across projects.
• Influences and shapes the organization’s technology strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and competitive positioning.
• Evaluates and recommends new technologies and solutions that enhance the organization’s capabilities and competitive edge.
• Provides executive leadership and direction for the solution architecture function, ensuring it supports business objectives.
• Drives business development initiatives by identifying, shaping, and closing new business opportunities.
• Utilizes competitive intelligence and a deep understanding of industry trends to guide the development of innovative solutions that meet market demands.
• Engages with key clients and stakeholders to understand their strategic objectives, ensuring that solutions deliver significant business value.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Fosters a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and excellence, encouraging team members to stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Create business cases for cloud investments, and develop POCs to demonstrate feasibility and value.
• Manage and mentor solution architects, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Education Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree

Work Experience:
15+ years of experience in customer engagement, solution design, or technology delivery, with at least 7 years in a leadership role. Experience across Big 4 Consulting firms a plus.

Travel Requirements:
Up to 25% of the time Domestic and International Travel

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of RedHat OpenShift, OpenStack, Kubernetes, VMware Cloud Foundations, and Hybrid Cloud Automation. Experience with cloud infrastructure, automation frameworks, and hybrid environments is essential.
• Mastery of cloud platforms, infrastructure, and automation tools. Solid understanding of DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.
• Deep understanding of Hybrid Cloud industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape in the technology consulting space.
• Knowledge of various technology stacks, platforms, and integration methodologies.
• Proficient in enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to manage client relationships, anticipate client needs, and deliver innovative cloud solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud computing, microservices, API management, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC), agile methodologies, and DevOps practices.
• Strong grasp of business development strategies, revenue generation, and market expansion techniques.
• Familiarity with financial management, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex situations, identify problems, and develop effective solutions.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO & Holidays, Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program