Solutions Architect
Haystack · New York, NY
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- $120,000 / year
- New York, NY
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Solutions Architect
Haystack · New York, NY
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Job highlights
- Provide pre-sales technical support for cloud adoption.
- Conduct workshops for discovery and requirement gathering.
- Architect client solutions using well-architected frameworks.
- Educate prospects on suitable cloud solutions.
- Offer competitive salary and flexible time off.
About the role
About The Role
Provide pre-sales technical support to drive revenue and cloud adoption. Conduct technical discovery and assessment workshops to identify pain points and gather requirements, including Well-Architected Reviews and TCO analysis. Architect client solutions using a well-architected framework methodology to meet specific requirements. Communicate proposed architectures clearly during the pre-sales cycle for validation. Act as a technology evangelist, educating prospects and customers on suitable cloud solutions. Collaborate on technical collateral creation and provide formal training to sales staff.
What You'll Need
- Relevant industry-leading certification like AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect - Expert).
- Deep understanding of Microsoft Azure and AWS public cloud platforms.
- Familiarity with containerization and virtualization technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
- Understanding of IaaS/PaaS/SaaS platforms and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
- Knowledge of disaster recovery principles, regulatory compliance frameworks (PCI, HIPAA, GDPR), and database technologies.
- Expertise in networking, compute, storage, and OS fundamentals.
What's On Offer
- Competitive base salary with an annual incentive/commission target.
- Flexible vacation policy and paid holidays.
- Generous paid wellness and additional paid time off for life events.
- Opportunities for professional development and thought leadership.
Apply via Haystack today!
Key skills/competency
- Solutions Architect
- Pre-sales Support
- Cloud Adoption
- Technical Discovery
- Solution Architecture
- Microsoft Azure
- AWS
- Containerization
- Infrastructure as Code
- Disaster Recovery
Skills & topics
- Solutions Architect
- Pre-sales
- Cloud
- Azure
- AWS
- Technical Support
- Solution Architecture
- Cloud Adoption
- IaC
- Kubernetes
How to get hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight Azure/AWS expertise and certifications (AZ-305).
- Showcase technical skills: Detail experience with containerization, IaC, and cloud platforms.
- Emphasize pre-sales experience: Mention discovery workshops and solution architecture.
- Understand the partner ecosystem: Research Haystack and their clients.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss cloud architecture and troubleshooting.
Technical preparation
Master Azure and AWS architecture concepts.,Practice Well-Architected Reviews and TCO analysis.,Prepare to discuss containerization and IaC.,Review networking, storage, and compute fundamentals.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex technical solution you designed.,How do you handle client objections to a proposed solution?,Share an experience educating non-technical stakeholders.,How do you stay updated with cloud technologies?
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key technical skills for a Solutions Architect at Haystack's partner company?
- The key technical skills for a Solutions Architect role include deep understanding of Microsoft Azure and AWS, familiarity with containerization (Kubernetes, Docker), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), disaster recovery principles, and foundational knowledge of networking, compute, storage, and OS.
- Is there a specific certification required for the Solutions Architect position?
- While not strictly mandatory, an industry-leading certification like AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect - Expert) is highly valued and mentioned as a key requirement. Candidates with equivalent expertise in AWS or other cloud platforms are also encouraged to apply.
- What is the work environment like for this Solutions Architect role?
- This role involves pre-sales technical support, acting as a technology evangelist, and collaborating with sales teams. There are opportunities for professional development and thought leadership, suggesting a dynamic and growth-oriented environment.
- How does Haystack support candidates applying for this Solutions Architect job?
- You can apply for this Solutions Architect position directly via Haystack. Haystack acts as the platform to connect you with this opportunity at their partner company.
- What kind of compensation and benefits can I expect as a Solutions Architect?
- The role offers a competitive base salary with an annual incentive/commission target. Additionally, benefits include a flexible vacation policy, paid holidays, generous paid wellness, and paid time off for life events.
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