Sify - Solution Architect - Cloud

- We're looking for a highly skilled and customer-focused Solution Architect, Cloud to join our growing team in India. In this critical role, you'll work closely with our Sales and Go-to-Market (GTM) teams, acting as a technical expert to design compelling cloud solutions for our customers across various industries.

- Your ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, value-driven proposals will be key to our success in the Indian market.

What You'll Do:

- Collaborate with Sales & GTM: Partner directly with sales teams to understand customer needs, challenges, and business objectives.

- Solution Design & Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of innovative, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Hybrid) that align with customer requirements and industry best practices.

- Technical Proposal Development: Create detailed technical proposals, Statements of Work (SOWs), and solution architectures for prospective and existing customers. This includes defining scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource estimates.

- Customer Presentations & Workshops: Conduct technical presentations, demonstrations, and workshops for customers, effectively communicating the value proposition of our cloud offerings.

- Proof of Concept (PoC) & Pilot Support: Provide technical guidance and support for PoCs and pilot projects, ensuring successful implementation and showcasing solution capabilities.

- Market & Technology Insights: Stay abreast of the latest cloud technologies, industry trends, and competitive landscapes in India to inform solution strategies.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, engineering, and delivery teams to ensure proposed solutions are feasible, deliverable, and align with our capabilities.

- Technical Due Diligence: Conduct technical due diligence to assess customer environments and identify potential risks or dependencies.

- Relationship Building: Develop strong relationships with key customer stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor.

What You'll Bring:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

Experience:

- 8-15 years of experience in IT, with at least 4+ years in a Solution Architect or similar pre-sales technical role focused on cloud technologies.

- Proven experience working with Sales and GTM teams, specifically in a customer-facing capacity for the Indian market.

- Demonstrable experience in designing and proposing solutions on leading cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Technical Acumen:

- Deep understanding of cloud computing concepts, services, and deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, FaaS, Containers, Serverless).

- Strong knowledge of networking, security, data management, and application development within cloud environments.

- Familiarity with cloud migration strategies, DevOps practices, and automation tools.

- Proficiency in creating architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and detailed solution documents.

Sales & Business Acumen:

- Excellent understanding of the sales lifecycle and ability to align technical solutions with business outcomes.

- Proven ability to articulate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

- Strong commercial awareness and ability to contribute to pricing strategies.

Soft Skills:

- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

- Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.

- Customer-centric mindset with a passion for delivering value.

Other Requirements:

- Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect).

- Experience with specific industry verticals relevant to the Indian market (e.g., Financial Services, Manufacturing, Retail).

- Knowledge of emerging technologies like AI/ML, IoT, or Blockchain in a cloud context.