Senior Solution Architect

Talkdesk • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Solution Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing complex software solutions that meet the needs of the organization and its customers. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and develop solutions that align with organizational goals. You will also provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and engineers.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in Professional Services or Consulting, or 5 years of IT project management experience in a SaaS business
• Experience with CX, CCaaS, and/or UCaaS solutions
• Familiar with creating and managing Web Services (REST/SOAP/WSDL).
• A proven track record of managing and delivering IT projects for enterprise companies
• Engaging personality and possesses a true consulting approach and ability to communicate technical concepts to people of all backgrounds and skill levels
• A passion for helping people solve problems and a proven ability to understand progressive technology
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Mature demeanor and positive attitude, as well as discretion and sensitivity when dealing with clients
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced startup environment

Nice To Haves

• Software implementation or coding experience is a plus
• Salesforce and other CRM experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead scoping and discovery sessions with sales and client teams to gain a deep understanding of business requirements
• Engage with clients to architect solutions that best meet needs including offering best practice recommendations, on-the-fly solution suggestions, and relevant lines of questioning that may not have been prepared in advance of the conversation
• Create accurate Statements of Work and proposed solutions that encompass all requirements, deliverables, schedules, tasks, and pricing
• Partner closely with Talkdesk’s product, implementation and sales teams to identify issues, close gaps, and continuously improve SOWs and the SOW process
• Gain a deep level of product knowledge and partner closely with product and engineering teams to identify product gaps and place new features & products on the roadmap
• Partner with sales, product, and engineering to help prioritize products and features based on client needs
• Effectively translate client requirements and program characteristics to internal stakeholders. Ensure the client’s goals align with Talkdesk’s product offering and implementation methodology.
• Help build out department methodology and tools to improve quality and efficiency
• Leverage strong technical acumen to identify process improvements and technical solutions

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) plan
• Uncapped paid time off program for exempt employees and an accrual-based program for non-exempt employees; both are subject to manager approval and consistent with business needs.
• 14 paid holidays each year.
• Exempt employees have uncapped paid time off and non-exempt sick leave follows accrual standards; both are subject to manager approval and consistent with business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed