Cloud Infrastructure Architect

Project Role : Solution ArchitectProject Role Description : Translate client requirements into differentiated, deliverable solutions using in-depth knowledge of a technology, function, or platform. Collaborate with the Sales Pursuit and Delivery Teams to develop a winnable and deliverable solution that underpins the client value proposition and business case.Must have skills : Cloud InfrastructureGood to have skills : Solution ArchitectureMinimum 12 year(s) of experience is requiredEducational Qualification : Minimum BE BTech from a reputed universitySummary:As a Solution Architect, you will translate client requirements into differentiated, deliverable solutions using in-depth knowledge of a technology, function, or platform. Collaborate with the Sales Pursuit and Delivery Teams to develop a winnable and deliverable solution that underpins the client value proposition and business case. To design and deploy on-premises and public cloud storage and backup infrastructure for large scale technology projects such as data lake, digital platform, and other core business and supporting applications / To design and deploy data replication and disaster recovery solutionsInfrastructure ArchitectRoles & Responsibilities:- SPOC for infrastructure design and deployment (storage, backup, and data replication) for any designated projects- Take full accountability of design of infrastructure domain including network connectivity to various entities such as on-premises data centers and partner networks- Take ownership of infrastructure design related issues and challenges and drive for solutions working with various internal teams and third-party solution providers such as OEMs and technology partners- Define and develop high level operating procedures for seamless operations of the project- Support transition of projects from deployment to operations- Anchor design and implementation of on-premises and cloud infrastructure in terms of storage, backup, and data replication components- Be a SPOC for all infrastructure initiatives in existing project and able to navigate through the client’s landscape to upsell new initiatives in infrastructure space or able to pave ways for upselling value-driven initiatives for the client- Lead the teams across various infrastructure towers such as storage, hyper-converged infrastructure, public cloud storage infrastructure, and thrive for upskilling and cross skilling to rationalize the resources across the towers and across the clients.- Introduce innovative solutions such as automation to increase productivity and improve service delivery quality- Participate in architecture and design review and approval forums to ensure the infrastructure design principles are adhered to for any changes in the existing landscape or any new initiatives being rolled out in the existing landscape- Participate in client account planning and discussions to ensure infrastructure level initiatives are accounted for and issues are escalated to the right leaders for resolution- Build strong relationships with all client stakeholders and Accenture project teams for effective collaboration and outcomesProfessional & Technical Skills:- Must have:- Hands-on Architecture and Design skills for storage and backup infrastructure solutions in cloud and on-premises such as hyper-converged infrastructure, storage area network, Network attached storage, and data replication- Certified Architect (Professional) from OEMs such as Dell EMC, NetApp, Commvault- Strong Communication skills- Ability to drive discussions and ideas with client’s senior leadership forums- Problem solving skills- Good to have- Infrastructure Consulting and Presales skillsAdditional Information:- Total IT experience of minimum 15 years; and- Minimum 4 years of experience in design and deployment of public cloud storage and backup infrastructure (at least any one from AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI)- Minimum 8 years of experience in design and deployment of on-premises infrastructure (Virtualized and Hyper-converged Infra, Storage Area Network, Network Attached Storage, Backup and Recovery Solutions)- This position is based at our Mumbai office.- A Minimum BE BTech from a reputed university is required.