What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solutions Architect position at Verizon?
When you join Verizon
Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. We’re a diverse network of people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we are moving the world forward – and you can too. Dream it. Build it. Do it here.
What you’ll be doing...
The Workflow Architect will be strongly aligned with specific US Solution Architect teams to deliver high quality solutions for our customers, inclusive of RFP/RFI responses, solution designs, design validation, proposal readiness, and design approvals.
- Workflow Architect will also drive revenue through the day to day activities of network upgrades and enhancements required by the customers they support.
- This position requires frequent interaction and alignment with supporting teams including quoting, engineering specialists, network planning, product management, custom design, order management, and service delivery.
- Workflow Architect should be passionate about their work, self-motivated, detail oriented, and have the ability to meet aggressive deadlines, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- In addition the Workflow Architect will look for areas of process simplification, improvement, and automation.
Where you'll be working…
In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.
What we’re looking for...
You’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Four or more years of relevant work experience.
- Experience architecting and developing software or infrastructure for scalable, distributed systems.
- Experience architecting and developing LAN/WAN or large infrastructure and network solutions forenterprise customers.
- Experience with networking concepts including: software defined networking, routing, VPNs, loadbalancers, and firewalls.
- Knowledge of data and information security.
- Experience in Software Defined Networking (SDN), IT.
- Willingness to travel.
- Valid driver's license.
Even better if you have:
- MA/MS degree in engineering or computer science.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams to meet business objectives.
- Demonstrated strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and organize data and develop recommendations.
- Ability to drive ideation and execution around areas for process improvement and automation with both internal and external organizations as needed.
- High level of working knowledge of Visio, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.), Salesforce, Google Suite, etc.
- Design, development and implementation of WAN, IT and/or managed telecommunications solutions
- Ability to quickly learn, understand, and work with new emerging technologies, methodologies and solutions in the cloud/IT technology space.
- Experience running multiple projects or deals under tight timelines.
- Successful delivery with matrixed reports in a cross discipline project
- Financial analysis experience (ROI, cost analysis, business case development, etc.)
- Wireless (LTE and 5G) experience, including Edge Compute knowledge
- Security, architecture, or industry certifications such as AWS Solution Architect, Certificate of Cloud, TOGAF, ITIL, Azure, ServiceNow, Kubernetes, Security Knowledge (CCSK), CompTIA Security , Cisco Certified Design or Network Associate, ITIL Foundations, or similar.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
NYC candidates: Verizon requires new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for onsite and hybrid NYC roles. Verizon provides reasonable accommodations consistent with legal requirements (e.g., for medical or religious reasons). Additional information will be provided during the hiring process.
