Job Summary
The Principal Solution Architect – Pre-Sales will lead the design, development, and delivery of innovative technical solutions for the IT product Sangfor. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams—including product management, engineering, and clients—to ensure that solutions meet both business objectives and technical excellence standards. The incumbent will serve as the technical authority during the pre-sales process, ensuring that proposed architectures are scalable, secure, and aligned with client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Design & Architecture
- Develop and maintain an end-to-end technical architecture for Sangfor, incorporating all required modules and integrations as defined by the product roadmap.
- Ensure the solution design meets high standards of scalability, security, and performance.
- Translate business and functional requirements into detailed technical solutions in collaboration with engineering teams.
- Apply industry best practices to ensure maintainability, reliability, and long-term efficiency.
- Conduct regular performance assessments and implement optimization strategies.
Pre-Sales & Client Engagement
Partner with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to gather, analyze, and prioritize business and deployment requirements.Present and explain complex technical concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.Define project scope, deliverables, and timelines aligned with client goals and organizational strategy.Support the sales team during client presentations, demos, and proposal preparations by providing technical expertise.Technical Governance & Documentation
Establish and maintain detailed technical documentation, including requirements specifications, architecture diagrams, and deployment blueprints.Conduct design and code reviews to ensure compliance with architectural standards and best practices.Identify technical risks and recommend mitigation strategies to ensure solution integrity.Leadership & Mentorship
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and solution consultants.Conduct training sessions and knowledge-sharing workshops to strengthen team capabilities.Collaborate with department heads to ensure efficient resolution of technical support requests and smooth project execution.Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and Sangfor product advancements.Evaluate and implement new tools, methodologies, and frameworks that enhance technical performance and solution quality.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maintain the company’s competitive edge in IT architecture and pre-sales excellence.Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.15–18 years of experience in IT solution design, architecture, and pre-sales.Proven expertise in developing secure, scalable, and high-performance technical architectures.In-depth knowledge of network architecture, firewalls, VPNs, and cybersecurity principles.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.Excellent communication and presentation abilities for engaging both technical and business stakeholders.Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams and mentoring technical professionals.Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing
Location
Karachi Division, Sindh, Pakistan
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