Johannesburg: Solutions Architect (Huawei OT)

Solutions Architect Our client is an international technology management company which provides end-to-end technology solutions to various sectors across Africa and Europe. They are currently looking for a Solutions Architect Key responsibilities Proactively scopes Huawei technical solution required to address customer requirements and recommends solutions that optimise value for both the customer and the company. Secures input from all necessary solution stakeholders within the business and customer firm. Adapt solutions, as necessary, to ensure appropriate support. Coordinates closely with Sales, Operations and Service resources to align the solution design with the customer”s business requirements. Secure commitments from customer technical staff needed to ensure a deal”s “technical close”. Responsible for conducting site visits and surveys, engineering, and document solution designs, writing technical papers, case studies, technical reviews, and product comparisons. Provide coaching and professional development to team members and sales associates to enhance their product knowledge, technical acumen, and technical sales skills. Deliver Huawei product management support for key products of the company Support the sales team with Huawei presentations, demos, and product information, gathering technical information from manufacturers and technical writing. Monitor customer support for technical solutions proposed throughout the sales process and alert the sales and account teams to potential risks of deal closure. Provides Huawei pre- and post-sales support to clients, operations, and services. Help design custom-made solutions and products Help in answering RFIs/RFQs/RFPs and Tenders with the key account executives and sales manager. Participate in conferences, shows and exhibitions when appropriate and requested. Minimum Qualifications & Experience required Matric (Grade 12) NDip in Telecommunications and/or Information Technology / Computer Science. Advanced Certifications in Huawei Data Communication, Optical, Enterprise Services and Software technologies, skilled in various disciplines that support innovative thinking in architecting critical industrial operational communication solutions. Tech / Degree in Telecommunications / Information Technology / Computer Science / Engineering is an advantage Experience required 5-10 years of industrial operational technologies networking experience in the OT environment. Knowledge and background in Mining, Oil & Gas, and Port verticals. 2-5 years of project experience. 2-5 years in a team lead position, guiding and assisting with installations and commissioning of industrial connectivity networks (advantageous). 5-10 years of experience in Telecommunications and/or Operational, Information Technology / Microsoft Office 365 / Connectivity environments / with an inclination towards civil and mechanical disciplines and analytical thinking (advantageous). Technical proficiency Technical proficiency Problem solving Adaptability Attention to detail Analytical skills Agile methodologies Customer focus Precision & Reliability Data-driven mindset