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

Job title

Solutions Architect

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$120,000 - $160,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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