Solutions Architect

About the role

Sentinel is seeking a Solutions Architect to join their team. This role is tailored for candidates with expertise in on-premise and cloud data center environments, capable of designing comprehensive solutions that integrate multiple products and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain subject matter expertise in at least two technology, architecture, or delivery platforms.
• Diagram and whiteboard technology discussions during customer meetings and presentations.
• Lead discovery sessions with customers to define project scope.
• Present technology briefings to both sales and customer audiences, focusing on specific customer needs.
• Author detailed scopes of work that accurately reflect customer requirements, project caveats, and roles and responsibilities.
• Aid the sales team in demand generation, opportunity qualification, and sales cycle completion.
• Create accurate Bills of Materials for customer projects, covering various manufacturer or technology areas, including ongoing service and support SKUs.
• Design and architect premise/cloud data center solutions from multiple manufacturers, including Cisco, Dell, Nutanix, EMC, Pure, VMware, Microsoft, Azure.
• Design and architect backup solutions from multiple manufacturers, including Veeam, Rubrik, Cohesity, Object First, Exagrid.
• Compare and contrast offerings between multiple manufacturers to assist in decision-making processes.
• Scopify professional services for project delivery.
• Travel between locations and transport equipment as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a technology-focused field such as presales or operations, preferred.
• IT certifications such as VCP, NCP, Pure Certified FlashArray Storage Professional, VMCE, or equivalent, preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to develop social bonds and build emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrated experience designing and architecting premise/cloud data center solutions from multiple manufacturers.
• Demonstrated experience designing and architecting backup solutions from multiple manufacturers.
• A valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance are required due to travel requirements.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Must demonstrate a "can-do" attitude and align with Sentinel's "ACE" factor - Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $210,000 annually.
• Rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, 529, life insurance, income protection, short and long-term disability, medical and child/elder care, flexible spending account plans, family planning benefits, financial education, identity theft protection and assistance, legal services, employee assistance program, two weeks' vacation, additional paid time off for personal and sick days, certification and hands-on training, and employee discounts for product services and entertainment.

Overview

Motivated individuals who can make IT happen are encouraged to apply. Sentinel Technologies, Inc., a top workplace since 2012, offers a dynamic work environment with corporate culture amenities, competitive compensation, and a robust benefits package. Sentinel provides a wide range of IT solutions, including security, communications, systems & networks, software applications, cloud, and managed services, serving both nationally and internationally with support centers in various locations.

About Us

Sentinel has been recognized as a leading IT services and solutions provider since 1982, aligning with global technology leaders such as Cisco, Dell, VMware, and Microsoft. The company focuses on creating a supportive and innovative work environment, fostering growth through certification and hands-on training, and valuing a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact.