Principal Consultant, Technology Solutions

Valent Partners • Houston, TX

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About The Position

As a Principal Consultant at Valent Partners, you will lead the design, execution, and delivery of solutions to clients’ challenging business problems. This may include overseeing complex, multi-threaded technical projects; streamlining business processes and technology environments; developing architectures and roadmaps; and leading technology transformation initiatives. You will mentor junior team members and oversee account teams as they execute workstreams.

You will contribute to business development by using your relationships to drive growth in existing and new accounts. You will also collaborate with Valent leaders on business operations and help grow the firm. Valent works in small project teams alongside clients, uses mature agile development practices, and prioritizes direct collaboration in person whenever possible or virtually when necessary. Team members work across projects, industries, and technology platforms.

Valent Partners is a relationship-focused management and technology consulting firm. Its work includes strategy advisory, digital transformation, architecture design and implementation, digital product development, and advanced analytics and AI/ML across industries such as energy, utilities, consumer products, travel and entertainment, and direct sales. Team members are expected to contribute to building the firm through activities such as business development, recruitment, and thought leadership.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a similar field.
• At least ten years of leadership experience in technology consulting, software development, enterprise architecture, or DEMLAI.
• Experience managing end-to-end transformation projects and programs, such as digital transformation, systems implementation, cloud migration, AI, and automation.
• Experience leading the architecture and implementation of custom technology solutions.
• Expertise in multiple programming languages and frameworks, with the ability to evaluate and recommend the best fit for client needs.
• A proven track record of account growth and business development through relationships.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to connect technical solutions to business objectives and client outcomes.
• Skill in driving alignment across cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to explain technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to manage, mentor, and champion the growth of others.
• Legally authorized to work for any company in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Previous consulting experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, execution, and delivery of solutions for clients’ business challenges.
• Oversee complex, multi-threaded technical projects.
• Streamline business processes and technology environments.
• Develop architectures and roadmaps.
• Lead technology transformation initiatives.
• Mentor junior team members and oversee account teams executing workstreams.
• Drive business growth through relationships with existing and new accounts.
• Collaborate with Valent leaders on business operations and contribute to the growth of the firm.
• Take an active role in firm-building activities, including business development, recruitment, and thought leadership.

Benefits

• Unlimited paid time off.
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for individuals and families.
• 401(k) matching.
• Participation in Valent's Equity Incentive Plan.
• Profit sharing and potential individual “Excellence” bonuses.
• An experienced mentor for each team member.
• Annual continuing education allowance.
• Monthly cell and data reimbursement.
• Transparent and equitable salary structure with a clear promotion path.
• Community service opportunities with local nonprofit partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal