The Senior Solution Architect will design cloud-native architectures, collaborate with sales for proposals, and lead thought leadership in data and AI solutions.
A BIT ABOUT WAVICLE
Wavicle Data Solutions is a founder-led, high-growth consulting firm helping organizations unlock the full potential of cloud, data, and AI. We’re known for delivering real business results through intelligent transformation—modernizing data platforms, enabling AI-driven decision-making, and accelerating time-to-value across industries.
At the heart of our approach is WIT—the Wavicle Intelligence Framework. WIT brings together our proprietary accelerators, delivery models, and partner expertise into one powerful engine for transformation. It’s how we help clients move faster, reduce costs, and create lasting impact—and it’s where your ideas, skills, and contributions can make a real difference.
Our work is deeply rooted in strong partnerships with AWS, Databricks, Google Cloud, and Azure, enabling us to deliver cutting-edge solutions built on the best technologies the industry has to offer.
With over 500 team members across 42 cities in the U.S., Canada, and India, Wavicle offers a flexible, digitally connected work environment built on collaboration and growth.
We invest in our people through:
-Competitive compensation and bonuses
-Unlimited paid time off
-Health, retirement, and life insurance plans
-Long-term incentive programs
-Meaningful work that blends innovation and purpose
If you’re passionate about solving complex problems, exploring what’s next in AI, and being part of a team that values delivery excellence and career development—you’ll feel right at home here.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking a Senior Solution Architect with strong cloud architecture experiences especially around strategy, solution and approach, and technology roadmap. We are looking someone who is sales-oriented, experienced in executive interaction and communications, and influencer. The role bridges the gap between strategy, roadmap and execution.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge of data, analytics and AI with experience in cloud-native architectures in either Databricks, Azure, GCP or AWS. You will work with our Sales team for related pursuits, lead delivery, and thought leadership for Wavicle. You will interact with leadership both at our Clients and Partners.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the approach and design for cloud native architectures
- Define architecture blueprints, design patterns, and technical roadmaps aligned to client business goals.
- Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure seamless transition from pre-sales to implementation.
- Lead solution architect for our clients and projects.
- Partner with sales to identify opportunities, shape proposals, and present Azure-native solutions that resonate with both technical and business audiences.
- Be the leader for closing accounts working with our Sales, Practices, and Alliances teams.
- Represent Wavicle in presentations and meetings with Senior Leadership and C-Suite.
- Lead client workshops and executive briefings to define technology vision and roadmap.
- Contribute to proposals focused on approach, solution, scope and estimates.
- Stay current on technology and data/analytics market.
- Champion these services internally and with Clients.
- Present and lead marketing initiatives like Webinars around the same topics.
- Represent Wavicle at client meetings, industry events, and technology forums.
- Work cross-functionally with sales, delivery, and practice
- Leverage team resources from both onshore and offshore
- Mentor junior architects and engineers to build enterprise-ready communication and solutioning skills
Solution Architecture & Design
Pre-Sales & Executive Engagement
Thought Leadership
Collaboration & Enablement
QUALIFICATIONS
- 15+ years of experience in technology architecture, cloud solutions, or data/analytics.
- Experience presenting and interacting with Senior Leadership and C-Suite at Clients and Partners.
- Strong pre-sales experience including proposal development, scoping, and solution storytelling.
- Deep understanding in data/analytics cloud-based architecture in Azure
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages for executive, business, and technical audiences.
- Experience in consulting or professional services preferred.
- Relevant certifications (i.e. Architect certifications or product Champion like Databricks Champion) are a plus.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Wavicle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status.
Wavicle Data Solutions Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Chicago, IL, United States
Wavicle Data Solutions Oak Brook, Illinois, USA Office
11 W 22nd St, Oak Brook, IL, United States, 60523
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