SITA - Solution Architect

<p><p><b>Description :</b><br/><br/>WELCOME TO SITA.<br/><br/>At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open.<br/><br/>Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.<br/><br/>Youll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients.<br/><br/>Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork.<br/><br/>We dont just move the world forward were proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work by our employees and certified in most of our growing locations.<br/><br/>Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.<br/><br/>Are you ready to love your job?.<br/><br/>The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.<br/><br/><b>ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM :</b><br/><br/>A Solution Architect serves as a bridge between Sales, customer-facing teams, and technical departments.<br/><br/>They provide technical expertise to Sales teams by crafting solutions that align with customer needs and leverage cutting-edge technology effectively.<br/><br/>Were seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Lead Architect to join our dynamic Customer Solutions team.<br/><br/>In this role, youll not only drive solution design at a strategic level but also roll up your sleeves to code, prototype, and validate technical designs where needed.<br/><br/>Youll play a critical role in shaping solutions that address customer challenges beyond our core product offerings.<br/><br/>This is a role for someone who thrives in both designing architectures and diving into technical details, collaborating across teams like Enterprise Architecture, Product Development, Sales, and Delivery to bring ideas to life.<br/><br/>The world is changing.<br/><br/>Are you ready to define the future of travel with us?.<br/><br/><b>WHAT YOULL DO :</b><br/><br/>- Work closely with Sales to analyze complex business challenges and requirements beyond core product capabilities.<br/><br/>- Design and develop technical solutions hands-on, including proof-of-concepts, prototypes, and technical validations where required.<br/><br/>- Architect innovative solutions that balance customer needs with feasibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.<br/><br/>- Leverage your deep technical expertise (.NET, Java, Cloud, API design, etc.) to provide guidance and actively participate in technical design reviews.<br/><br/>- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with SITAs strategy and customer success.<br/><br/>- Prepare and present comprehensive technical proposals, architecture diagrams, timelines, and estimates.<br/><br/>- Identify potential technical risks early and develop mitigation plans.<br/><br/>- Engage with stakeholders to explain and defend solution designs, addressing both technical and business concerns.<br/><br/>- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to bring innovation into solution designs.<br/><br/>- Provide detailed solution documentation for a smooth handover to implementation teams.<br/><br/><b>ABOUT YOUR SKILLS :</b><br/><br/>- Proven experience in customer-facing technical sales or solution architecture, with a strong background in pre-sales activities.<br/><br/>- Hands-on coding experience in technologies such as .NET, Java, and modern web frameworks, with the ability to build prototypes and validate designs.<br/><br/>- Strong knowledge of solution architecture across infrastructure, applications, and integrations (Cloud and On-Premises environments).<br/><br/>- Experience with cloud platforms (preferably Azure and AWS both), including designing cloud-native architectures.<br/><br/>- Proven ability to respond to RFPs and craft compelling, technically sound proposals.<br/><br/>- Excellent communication skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively.<br/><br/>- Strong problem-solving abilities and a mindset that balances strategic vision with technical detail.<br/><br/>- Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns, APIs, and microservices architecture.<br/><br/>- A passion for staying close to technology while influencing strategic decisions.<br/><br/>- Ability to mentor and coach dev teams on architecture best practices and design patterns.<br/><br/><b>NICE-TO-HAVE :</b><br/><br/>- Experience with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD pipelines, containerization using Docker/Kubernetes).<br/><br/>- Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks (e.g, Angular, React, or Vue.js).<br/><br/>- Understanding of security best practices in solution architecture, especially for cloud and hybrid deployments.<br/><br/><b>WHAT WE OFFER :</b><br/><br/>Were all about diversity.<br/><br/>We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures.<br/><br/>Were really proud of our inclusive environment.<br/><br/>Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too.<br/><br/>Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.<br/><br/>- Flex Week : Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your teams needs).<br/><br/>- Flex Day : Make your workday suit your life and plans.<br/><br/>- Flex Location : Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.<br/><br/>- Employee Wellbeing : Weve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year.<br/><br/>We also offer Champion Health a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.<br/><br/>- Professional Development : Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!.<br/><br/>- Competitive Benefits : Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.<br/><br/>SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<br/><br/>We value a diverse workforce.<br/><br/>In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.<br/><br/></p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)