Senior Solution Architect
Propel Software · United States
- Hybrid
- Internship
- $150,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Lead PLM system migration projects for clients.
- Architect solutions on the Propel platform.
- Manage multiple client implementations concurrently.
- Provide expert PLM/QMS business consulting.
- Utilize Salesforce and Propel configuration tools.
About the role
About Propel Software
Propel Software transforms the way product companies work. Our product value management platform connects commercial and product teams to optimize decision making, drive process efficiencies, and engage customers with compelling products and experiences. Propel has a proven track record of improving product quality, speeding time to revenue and profit, and improving customer satisfaction. Recognized as a Deloitte Technology Fast 500 winner and one of Fortune’s Most Innovative Companies in America, Propel is built on Salesforce and drives product success for hyper growth startups, corporate pioneers, and Fortune 500 leaders in the high tech, medtech and consumer goods industries.
About the Role
We're looking for a Senior Solution Architect to join our Professional Services team, with specialized expertise in leading migration projects for PLM systems. This is a pivotal role where you'll lead complex implementation projects for new and existing customers, ensuring seamless migrations of legacy PLM systems including processes and data while delivering exceptional customer outcomes.
You'll be the technofunctional expert who transforms and maps years of engineering processes and supporting data—Parts, BOMs, CAD files, change orders, quality records, and more—into efficient workflows within the Propel platform leading to optimal UX and healthy adoption.
What You'll Do
- Lead Legacy System Migration Projects: Architect and execute large-scale migrations from legacy PLM/PDM/QMS systems (Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA, Agile PLM, and more) to the Propel platform.
- Facilitate business process workshops to map, design, and solution legacy process workflows in Propel by leveraging best practices and supported product and platform capabilities.
- Lead data mapping sessions to extend Propel data model to support inbound source systems and integration to downstream.
- Drive Project Success: Spearhead multiple client implementation projects concurrently, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with high customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with System Integrator (SI) partners to architect and execute innovative solutions.
- Conduct business process workshops to map customer requirements to Propel's capabilities, recommending optimal configurations.
- Provide Expert Consulting: Deliver high-level PLM and QMS business process consulting, influencing strategic decisions across diverse manufacturing industries.
- Advise customers on integrating Propel with CAD systems (CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo) and ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
- Act as the subject matter expert (SME) in data mapping and migration best practices and system optimization.
- Configure & Customize: Use Salesforce platform tools and Propel configuration capabilities to architect and optimize solution setup for client needs.
- Design, develop, and deploy custom components, utilities, and integrations in collaboration with third-party solution providers.
- Support Business Growth: Prepare compelling product demos and accurately scope data migration efforts for prospective clients.
- Contribute to the refinement of Propel's service offerings based on field insights.
What You Bring
Must-Haves:
- 10+ years of hands-on experience with PLM or QMS systems, including multiple full-cycle implementations and system migrations.
- Deep expertise in business process design, mapping, and solutioning from systems like Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA, Agile PLM, Aras, or legacy PDM platforms.
- Demonstrated capability in detailed project planning, executive communication, and team leadership.
- Proven ability to create and deliver engaging and effective learning experiences, both synchronously and asynchronously.
- Experience with database management (Oracle, SQL Server) and understanding of data structures in PLM and QMS environments.
- Proven project management skills with the ability to deliver complex migrations on tight timelines.
- Outstanding communication skills—you can explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Industry knowledge in manufacturing, medical devices, high-tech electronics, or semiconductor sectors.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience with Salesforce platform or solutions built on Salesforce.
- Knowledge of BOM management (EBOM/MBOM), change management (ECOs/ECNs), and quality processes (CAPA, NCR).
- Familiarity with CAD integrations and Workgroup Manager tools.
- Experience with IPaSS or middleware platforms or similar integration tools.
- Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 13485, ITAR, GDPR).
Additional Info
- Authorization to work in the United States is required; please note that at this time, Propel is not sponsoring visas for any positions.
- Location: This is a remote position that can be done from anywhere in the US. Employees local to the Bay Area are encourage to work onsite 2 - 3 days per week.
- Equal Opportunity: Propel is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace where different perspectives are valued and every voice is heard. We’re dedicated to pursuing and hiring a talented and diverse workforce.
- Privacy: For details on how we protect your information when you apply, please see our Privacy Notice. If you are a California-resident, please read our California Privacy Notice here.
- E-Verify: Propel is an E-Verify employer and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information please visit E-Verify.
- Salary Range: Please note the salary range shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. In addition to the base pay noted above, this position also offers participation in the company bonus program which is paid out based on company performance.
US Benefits
- Company Options grant
- 401k offering for Traditional and Roth accounts in the US
- 12 weeks fully-paid gender-neutral parental leave *Company leave allowances run concurrently with state leave requirements which take precedence
- Flexible Vacation
- Flexible Sick Time
- 24 hours annual paid Volunteer Time
- $1,500 annual Continuous Learning Stipend
- Company-wide Holidays (including end of year winter break)
- Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision
- Tech: laptop (Mac or Windows), monitor, mouse, keyboard
- Monthly Commuter stipend for hybrid & onsite Employees
- Monthly Work From Home stipend for remote employees
Key skills/competency
- Senior Solution Architect
- PLM Systems
- System Migration
- Salesforce
- Business Process Design
- Data Mapping
- Project Management
- Customer Consulting
- Manufacturing Industry
- QMS Systems
Skills & topics
- Senior Solution Architect
- PLM
- QMS
- System Migration
- Salesforce
- Professional Services
- Data Migration
- Business Process Design
- Implementation
- Consulting
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight PLM/QMS experience, full-cycle implementations, and migration successes. Quantify achievements in project planning and delivery.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize expertise in systems like Teamcenter, Windchill, and Salesforce. Mention database management and industry knowledge.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Articulate your understanding of Propel's value proposition and how your PLM migration expertise aligns with client needs.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss complex technical concepts, business process mapping, and your leadership capabilities.
- Research Propel's platform: Understand their product value management and how it integrates with existing systems.
Technical preparation
Master PLM system architectures and migration strategies.,Deepen Salesforce platform configuration and customization skills.,Practice mapping complex engineering processes to new systems.,Understand database structures and data migration best practices.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging PLM migration project you led.,How do you manage client expectations during complex implementations?,Explain how you would integrate Propel with ERP and CAD systems.,How do you ensure successful user adoption of a new system?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key technical skills required for the Senior Solution Architect role at Propel Software?
- The Senior Solution Architect role at Propel Software requires deep expertise in PLM or QMS systems, including multiple full-cycle implementations and system migrations. Experience with legacy systems like Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA, Agile PLM, Aras, or PDM platforms is crucial. Proficiency in database management (Oracle, SQL Server) and understanding of PLM/QMS data structures are also essential. Experience with the Salesforce platform is a strong plus.
- What industry experience is most relevant for this Senior Solution Architect position?
- Propel Software serves clients in high tech, medtech, and consumer goods industries, with a particular focus on manufacturing, medical devices, high-tech electronics, and semiconductor sectors. Therefore, candidates with industry knowledge in these areas will be highly valued for the Senior Solution Architect role.
- What does a typical day look like for a Senior Solution Architect at Propel Software?
- A Senior Solution Architect at Propel Software will spend their day leading complex PLM system migration projects, architecting solutions on the Propel platform, and facilitating business process workshops with clients. They will also advise on integrations with CAD and ERP systems, configure the Propel platform, and potentially support business growth through product demos and scoping efforts.
- What are the opportunities for career growth at Propel Software for a Senior Solution Architect?
- While specific career paths are not detailed, a Senior Solution Architect role at a growing company like Propel Software, recognized by Deloitte and Fortune, offers opportunities to deepen expertise in PLM and Salesforce, lead high-impact projects, and potentially move into leadership or specialized consulting roles within the Professional Services team.
- How does Propel Software handle remote work for its Senior Solution Architect positions?
- Propel Software offers this Senior Solution Architect position as a remote role, allowing candidates to work from anywhere in the US. Employees located near the Bay Area are encouraged to work onsite 2-3 days a week, offering a hybrid option. This flexibility is supported by a monthly work-from-home stipend for remote employees.
- What is the expected involvement in data migration for a Senior Solution Architect at Propel Software?
- Data migration is a core responsibility for the Senior Solution Architect. This includes leading data mapping sessions to extend the Propel data model, ensuring inbound source systems are supported, and facilitating integration with downstream systems. Accurate scoping of data migration efforts for prospective clients is also part of the role.
- Does Propel Software sponsor visas for the Senior Solution Architect role?
- No, Propel Software explicitly states that authorization to work in the United States is required for this position, and they are not sponsoring visas at this time.