NTT DATA, Inc. · 3 months ago
Sr Networking Solutions Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expNTT DATA, Inc. is known for its technical excellence and innovation, offering a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Senior Networking Solutions Architect will consult with clients and collaborate with internal teams to design secure networking solutions that meet client needs, leveraging deep knowledge in networking, cybersecurity, and data centers.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Contribute to the development of complex solution architectures in specific business, infrastructure or functional areas
Maintain advanced solutions and technical certifications with the core partners including (Cisco, HPE/Aruba, Juniper and Palo Alto Networks)
Develops clear Networking solutions designs and proposal for Client consumption highlighting the benefits of technologies selected in terms of cost/risk and future readiness for AI
Understands the NTT DATA service catalog and motivates and positions NTT DATA services within the solution including professional services, support services and managed services where applicable
Understands how to fit the Networking technology solutions within Clients budget leveraging skill and experience in terms of different commercial constructs including options for CAPEX vs. OPEX commercial constructs
Must have the skill to identify and qualify potential Client opportunities together with the sales specialists and client executives and ensure the additional resource investment is warranted for pursuit
Needs to have the ability to drive Client conversations to identify new potential opportunities based on Technology lifecycle activities such as modernization and refresh initiatives
Identifies and evaluates alternative architectures and the trade-offs in cost, performance and scalability
Produces specifications of cloud-based or on-premises components, tiers and interfaces, for translation into detailed designs using selected services and products
Supports a change program or project through the preparation of technical plans and application of design principles that comply with enterprise and solution architecture standards
Accountable for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution
Monitors the external environment to gather intelligence on emerging technologies
Creates reports and technology roadmaps and shares knowledge and insights with others
Designs components using appropriate modelling techniques following agreed architectures, design standards, patterns and methodology
Creates multiple design views to address the concerns of the different stakeholders of the architecture and to handle both functional and non-functional requirements, including proof of concept (POC)
Reviews, verifies and improves own designs against specifications
Makes recommendations for the development of new go to market services and contributes knowledge on relevant verticals
Operates across both the technical levels within the enterprise architecture and the value chain in order to develop holistic and integrated solutions
Build and maintain relationships with key technology solutions and services partners
Provides coaching and mentoring to less experienced Solutions Architects
Qualification
Required
Advanced knowledge of multi-vendor service integrations and cross-functional software, OS's and infrastructure designs
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written coupled with excellent interpersonal skills to build solid working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Advanced knowledge on how specific infrastructures and application software are deployed in line with relevant methodologies and frameworks
Ability to develop and leverage their advanced specialist knowledge of reference architectures
Ability to maintain knowledge of trends and development in technology domains
Ability to keep abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies
Advanced ability to collaborate with cross functional teams such as sales, product, delivery etc
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, engineering or business or a related field
The position requires a minimum of five years of industry experience, deep knowledge of the networking portfolio for core partners (Cisco/HPE Aruba/Juniper), and significant experience in digital infrastructure modernization
Experience selling within a healthcare vertical would be key for this role
Advanced professional technical, IT or Operations experience within a large scale (preferably multi-national) network environments on the following areas: Design, Deploy, Operate, Automate and Support
Advanced client engagement and consulting experience coupled with solid experience in client needs assessment and change management
Advanced experience in integrating the solution for the particular project with the business domain, enterprise concerns, industry standards, established patterns and best practices
Advanced experience in developing, selling and delivering technical solutions
Preferred
Advanced Project or Program Management experience would be preferred but not essential
Company
NTT DATA, Inc.
NTT DATA, Inc. is a trusted global innovator of business and technology services.
10001+ employees
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