Sr. Solutions Architect - Labs

Position: Sr. Solutions Architect - SHI Labs
## Sr. Solutions Architect - SHI Labs Apply locations:
Somerset, NJ USAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR3279#
** About Us
**** Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We’ve grown every year since, and today we’re proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.
**** Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI’s concierge approach to help them solve what’s next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees – all 7,000 of them. If you join our team, you’ll enjoy:**
* ** Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.**
* ** Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.**
* ** Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.**
* ** World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive – in our offices or yours.**#
** Job Summary
** We are seeking a highly experienced and customer-facing networking expert to serve as a senior technical leader within our organization. This role operates at the intersection of consulting, pre-sales, and engineering—partnering with customers, internal stakeholders, and vendors to design, validate, and deliver modern network solutions.
The ideal candidate is equally comfortable advising executive stakeholders and executing hands-on technical work in complex lab environments. This individual will drive innovation, influence network strategy, and play a critical role in shaping both customer outcomes and internal technical capabilities.
** Role Description
**** Customer Engagement & Advisory
*** Serve as the lead technical voice providing solution demonstrations to customers
* Act as a trusted advisor to presales Field CIOs, CISOs, and engineering teams, influencing network strategy and technology decisions
* Translate business and security requirements into structured use cases and test plans
* Lead workshops, technical deep dives, and executive briefings
** Architecture, Design & Lab Execution
*** Design and build complex lab environments simulating enterprise architectures
* Develop and execute proof-of-concept (POC) and proof-of-value (POV) testing across multiple network solutions
* Validate vendor capabilities, integration points, and real-world operational impact
* Produce reference architectures, design documentation, and validation reports
** Pre-Sales & Post-Sales Leadership
*** Partner with account teams and presales engineering to develop new network solutions, evaluate partnerships, and guide overall network support strategy
* Lead the development and validation of clearly defined use cases and test cases
* Lead technical scoping, sizing, and delivery planning for pilot engagements
* Ensure successful project execution, stepping in to resolve complex or at-risk deployments when needed
** Lab Innovation & Practice Leadership
*** Drive innovation within the networking team by evaluating emerging technologies
* Provide feedback to vendors on product gaps, limitations, and enhancement opportunities
* Mentor and develop engineers across the practice, from junior to senior levels
* Assist in talent identification and technical interviewing
** Behaviors and Competencies
*** Problem-Solving:
Can proactively identify and take ownership of complex problem-solving initiatives, initiate preventative measures, collaborate with others to find solutions, and drive successful outcomes.
* Communication:
Can effectively communicate complex ideas and information to diverse audiences, facilitate effective communication between others, and mentor others in effective communication.
* Adaptability:
Can lead others through change, help teams adapt to new directions, and create a culture open to change.
* Leadership:
Can take ownership of complex team initiatives, collaborate with others in decision-making processes, and drive team performance.
* Teamwork:
Can build and lead multiple teams, fostering a cooperative environment and ensuring effective communication between team members.
* Self-Motivation:
Can take ownership of complex personal or professional initiatives, collaborate with others when…