ePlus inc. · 12 hours ago
Principal Architect
ePlus inc. is a technology company specializing in service provider solutions, and they are seeking a Principal Architect to lead their technology focus areas. The role involves research, design, and development of complex routing designs while providing technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams.
Cloud ComputingData CenterInformation TechnologyIT ManagementSoftware
Responsibilities
Research, design and develop repeatable solutions to support applicable customer architecture needs
Be an escalation point for Engineers, Sr. Engineers, Consultants, Sr. Consultants and Architects
Work with internal management and strategy teams on development and delivery of relevant solution bundles
Engage applicable manufacturers and their engineering resources for design assistance and lab access
Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise to drive ePlus sales of applicable technology
Meet with key vendors to stay current on products and technologies
Maintain Major Routing vendor certifications (Cisco/Nokia/Juniper)
Work on achieving additional relevant certifications that would benefit the Architect role
Provide Sales Engineering support, BOM creation, and SOW preparation for complex multi-vendor solutions
Work with the Services Director and the National Practice Leads to develop standardized assessment, delivery and testing documentation to be used by ePlus nationally, for delivery of repeatable services
Serve the customer and account needs to ePlus standards
Perform additional relevant tasks, as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred
10+ years of hands-on Service Provider experience
5+ years of experience performing in a Consultant or Architect role
Multiple industry-recognized certifications, e.g.: CCIE, JNCIE VCP, NACP, CISSP
Excellent customer service skills both on the phone and in-person
Excellent presentation and documentation skills
Thorough business understanding including costing, P&L and pricing
Good communication skills and a professional demeanor
Ability to think and come up with solutions quickly
Must be fully knowledgeable and able to design and plan, implement and support IT solutions using three or more of the following technologies, as applicable to specific focus area: Virtualization, Networking (BGP/MPLS/IGP), DWDM/ROADM, PON/FTTX, NetDevOps Automation
Benefits
401(k) eligibility
Employee stock purchase program
Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and personal leave
Company
ePlus inc.
ePlus is a customer-first, services-led, results-driven and trusted industry leader that helps organizations secure, modernize, optimize, and scale every aspect of their IT infrastructure.
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