IoT Solutions Specialist

Position Overview :As our IoT Solutions Specialist, you will serve as the technical architect and domain expert for industrial and smart-city use cases in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. You will translate complex business requirements into scalable, compliant, and cost-effective IoT architecturescovering hardware, software, connectivity, and AI-driven analytics.You will collaborate closely with clients in Oil & Gas, Utilities, Mining, and Smart Cities, as well as internal IT/OT teams and technology partners. Your role is critical in driving opportunity strategy sessions, leading technical presentations, and ensuring that company's IoT implementations meet performance, compliance, and sustainability standards.Key Responsibilities :- Demonstrate deep expertise in current and emerging IoT technology stacks, including hardware, software, and connectivity.- Design and build end-to-end IoT applications for use cases such as predictive maintenance, connected worker solutions, indoor/outdoor tracking, flood detection, and waste monitoring.- Translate business requirements into well-architected, compliant, and documented solutions; integrate these into client procedures and IT best practices.- Architect high-performing and scalable IoT platforms, encompassing Edge/Fog computing, GPU gateways for computer vision, and telematics gateways.- Lead technical presentations and demonstrations for internal teams and external clients, showcasing ourclient innovative IoT and AI-based video analytics solutions.- Timely delivery of scalable, reliable IoT solutions that meet or exceed client expectations.- High client satisfaction and repeat business from strategic accounts in Oil & Gas, Utilities, Mining, and Smart Cities.- Achievement of key performance metrics, including system uptime, data accuracy, and end-to-end latency.- Seamless integration of IoT solutions into existing IT/OT ecosystems, ensuring compliance and long-term sustainability.- Demonstrated innovation through the adoption of new technologies and continuous optimization of operational costs.- Participate in opportunity and account strategy sessions, leveraging your technical domain expertise to address real customer challenges.- Stay abreast of industry trends and proactively identify opportunities for new and emerging IoT technologies.Critical Success Factors :- Timely delivery of scalable, reliable IoT solutions that meet or exceed client expectations.- High client satisfaction and repeat business from strategic accounts in Oil & Gas, Utilities, Mining, and Smart Cities.- Achievement of key performance metrics, including system uptime, data accuracy, and end-to-end latency.- Seamless integration of IoT solutions into existing IT/OT ecosystems, ensuring compliance and long-term sustainability.- Demonstrated innovation through the adoption of new technologies and continuous optimization of operational costs.Education and Experience :- Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field.- Minimum of 7+ years of hands-on experience in the full IoT ecosystem, with a focus on industrial applications.- Proven track record designing and architecting scalable, high-performance IoT platform components.- Hands-on experience with leading IoT platforms (Thingsboard, PTC ThingWorx, AVEVA UOC, Google IoT) and open-source frameworks (Node-RED, Apache Airflow).- Experience in Edge/Fog computing, GPU gateways for computer vision, telematics gateways, and connected worker solutions.- Proficiency with industrial sensors and communication protocols (MQTT, Modbus, OPC-UA, Rest API, NB-IoT, LoRaWAN, UWB).Essential Skills and Competencies :Technical Skills :- Expert integration of IoT hardware, software, connectivity, and protocols.- Skilled in cloud (PaaS, SaaS, IaaS) and on-premises deployments.- Proficient with sensor technologies (ultrasonic, radar, image sensors) and communication systems (5G/4G, LPWAN).Soft Skills :- Excellent verbal and written communication; strong interpersonal acumen.- Collaborative mindset; ability to build and maintain relationships with cross-functional teams and partners.Behavioral Strengths :- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.- Adaptable to rapidly evolving technologies and complex environments.- Commitment to continuous learning and driving innovation.Leadership Skills :- Ability to lead technical discussions, workshops, and client presentations.- Skilled at influencing decision-making and guiding project teams to successful outcomes.- Aptitude for mentoring and coaching junior team members. (ref:hirist.tech)