Hybrid Solutions Architect

at Clever Devices

• Job title: Solutions Architect
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Cloud, VoIP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Apex, United States

About the role

• Solutions Architect responsible for designing technical solutions for transit technology company. Collaborating with stakeholders to develop proposals and ensuring RFP compliance while leading engineering efforts.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for designing a technical solution in response to Requests for Proposal (RFP) specification requirements
• Define the project deployment plan based on required engineering development
• Gather, analyze, and format information
• Write drafts, ensuring compliance with the RFP, and seeking the appropriate approvals
• Work with the Account Manager and Proposal Lead to determine the win strategy
• Leverage the Product Management, Deployment, and other departments as necessary
• Lead the support for the definition of software and hardware development and interfaces for the proposed solution

Requirements

• Engineering and / or technical background (Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Engineering is preferred)
• 4-10 years of related systems engineering experience preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of system architectural principles, methods, and techniques
• Working knowledge of communication technology and protocols including modems, routers, J1939, J1708, RS232, VoIP, Ethernet / POE, switches, etc.
• Network knowledge including WLAN, cellular, VPN, etc.
• Hardware knowledge such cameras, DVR, LED / LCD signs, etc.
• Public Transit / ITS experience a major plus, especially rail systems
• Expert working in Microsoft Excel, and Visio, comfortable in Microsoft Word
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a comprehensive manner; ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize (Organized, timely, corporative, and analytical)
• Comfortable presenting to Senior Management
• Exceptional written, presentation, interpersonal and communications skills
• Expert in Excel, Word, Project, Visio, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft Teams preferred
• Experience with government procurement preferred
• Ability to travel when required, work late and work over the weekend on occasion to meet deadlines
• Knowledge and/or experience with the following is preferred: IT architecture, infrastructure, and cloud development
• Engineering and software architecture design
• Business analysis
• Project and product management
• Strong understanding of the transit industry and intelligent transit systems used on public transportation

Benefits

• health insurance coverage
• wellness and family support programs
• life and disability insurance
• retirement savings plans
• paid leave programs
• education-related programs
• paid holidays and time off