Principal Solution Architect – Platform Engineering

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Principal Solution Architect driving digital transformation for high-value clients. Leading strategic engagements and designing innovative cloud solutions in the technology sector.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and delivery of tailored assessment and service solutions, including architecture design, technology optimizations, health checks, deployment roadmaps, and advisory services.
  • Accurately design and scope professional services engagements leveraging on prem and hybrid cloud technology.
  • Drive strategic customer engagements, lead visioning sessions and align technology solutions with business outcomes.
  • Maintain deep technical expertise in their role; Is the "Go To" person for platform engineering solutions, both technically and strategically; is on the forefront of their solution(s) and the implications for CDW offerings.
  • Lead technical discovery sessions with C-level executives, IT leaders, and engineering teams to understand business objectives, technical constraints, and modernization goals
  • Maintain top-level certifications and continuing education across CDW’s strategic partner ecosystem.
  • Actively participate in and speak at industry events and conferences, establishing yourself and CDW as leaders in the digital transformation space.
  • Produce thought leadership content, whitepapers, and internal enablement material to strengthen CDW’s intellectual property and market presence.
  • Build and sustain deep relationships with customers, sellers, and technology partners to foster long-term growth and customer satisfaction.
  • Stay ahead of market trends and regulatory changes across verticals, advising clients on how to stay competitive and compliant.
  • Leads the development of Statements of Work, RPFs, RFIs, and proposal content for cross-technology solutions with high levels of accuracy and quality.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years delivering, architecting or selling complex technical solutions including planning, development, implementation and support.
  • Or, 14+ years delivering, architecting or selling complex technical solutions including planning, development, implementation and support.
  • Previous direct customer consulting experience or equivalent understanding of role responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and complex sales cycles in large enterprise environments.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels, including executive stakeholders.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring abilities to support team development across sales and technical roles.
  • Thought leadership in the form of published content, public speaking, or industry recognition.
  • Master’s degree in business, Technology, or a related field, a plus.
  • Experience building go-to-market strategies or leading product/solution development in a professional services organization, a plus.
  • Recognition as an industry expert in one or more verticals (e.g., healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail), a plus.

Benefits:

  • Annual bonus target of 25% subject to terms and conditions of plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work hours