Infrastructure Solutions Architect

About Us

Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has been at the forefront of helping organizations innovate and succeed through technology. We are proud of our continual growth, currently standing as a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.

Join our Team

Over 17,000 organizations worldwide depend on SHI's concierge approach to meet their technological needs. Our achievements are made possible by our dedicated employees - all 7,000 of them. When you join SHI, you'll benefit from:

• Our commitment to diversity as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.
• Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities that help you advance your career.
• Health, wellness, and financial benefits that provide peace of mind for you and your family.
• World-class facilities with technology you need to thrive, whether you are in the office or working remotely.

Job Summary

As an Infrastructure Solutions Architect, you will support our clients in executing data center infrastructure initiatives as they transition to modern solutions. This role involves designing and deploying enterprise infrastructure and platforms, providing upgrade and migration services while ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. You will also mentor other consultants within the team.

This is a remote position with a home office setup determined by SHI management.

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct design and implementation work, including architecture analysis, system migrations, and systems engineering activities.
• Design and implement enterprise infrastructure solutions such as:
  • Converged and hyperconverged infrastructure.
  • Storage platforms and SAN environments.
  • Disaster recovery solutions.
  • Server virtualization and daily infrastructure operations.
  • Backup and ransomware resiliency solutions.
  • Virtual networking solutions.
• Act as the technical lead on projects and workshops, overseeing delivery and ensuring accountability for project outcomes.
• Collaborate with sales teams to identify, scope, and close professional services opportunities through customer discovery and design sessions.
• Deliver configuration, deployment, and upgrade services within customer and partner environments.
• Engage in pre-sales and post-sales activities, including solution design, planning, and technical validation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other architects and consultants.
• Stay current with trends, technologies, and vendor offerings in the infrastructure industry.
• Demonstrate long-term, strategic thinking related to infrastructure services and customer engagements.

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Strong ability to design, build, and implement infrastructure solutions from delivery to production readiness.
• Proven experience in defining, designing, building, and maintaining enterprise systems and infrastructure solutions.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Robust organizational, analytical, and research skills.
• Excellent project and time management proficiency.
• Adept at guiding and mentoring fellow consultants and architects.
• Consultative approach to enterprise infrastructure architecture and delivery.
• A genuine passion for technology and continuous learning.

Certifications

Industry certifications in one or more infrastructure technology platforms, such as:

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
• Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE).
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• Or equivalent infrastructure-related certifications.

Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3-4 years of progressive technical experience with increasing responsibility.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience with infrastructure technologies, including:
  • Blade chassis and server platforms.
  • Hypervisors.
  • Storage systems and storage fabrics.
  • Backup and recovery solutions.
• Strong understanding of virtualization technologies and software-defined data center concepts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for equipment racking and onsite installations.
• Willingness to travel to client sites up to 20% of the time.

The estimated annual pay range for this position is $135,000 - $190,000, which includes a base salary and bonus. Compensation is based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location, thus varying from candidate to candidate. Benefits may encompass medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending options.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.