Principal Consultant, Technology Solutions

Houston

As a Principal Consultant at Valent Partners, you will lead the design, execution, and deliver of solutions for our clients’ toughest business challenges. On a typical day, you might expect to oversee complex, multi-threaded technical projects , streamline business processes and technology environments , develop architecture and roadmaps , or lead technology transformation initiatives. You will be expected to mentor junior team members and oversee account teams in the execution of different work streams.

You will play a key role in business development, leveraging your relationships to drive growth through both existing and new accounts. Internally, you will collaborate with other Valent leaders in leading the operations of our business and contribute directly to the growth of Valent as a destination place to build one’s career.

• You prioritize and intentionally develop relationships
• You approach problem solving with curiosity, creativity, and a sense of urgency
• You hold yourself accountable for delivering exceptional value and are passionate about achieving outcomes for clients
• You communicate openly, honestly, and directly with others
• You demonstrate a team-first mentality and enjoy collaborating with others
• You have an ownership mentality, changing circumstances instead of accepting them
• You demonstrate a growth mindset, viewing challenges as learning opportunities
• You enjoy investing in the professional development of others

• We work in small (typically 2-8 person) project teams that work alongside clients to solve their toughest challenges
• We employ principles of mature agile development to deliver high quality value to clients faster
• We add value best when collaborating directly with our clients and with each other, in person whenever possible and virtually, if necessary
• We staff team members on a variety of projects across different industries, technology platforms, etc. to give you a breadth of experience

• Unlimited Paid Time Off policy
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for individuals and families
• 401K matching
• Participation in Valent's Equity Incentive Plan
• Profit sharing and individual “Excellence” bonus potential
• Each team member is paired with an experienced Mentor
• Annual continuing education allowance
• Monthly cell and data reimbursement
• Transparent and equitable salary structure with clear promotion path
• Community service opportunities with local non-profit partners

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, Data Engineering, or similar
• Minimum of ten years of leadership experience in technology consulting, software development, enterprise architecture, or DEMLAI
• Experience managing end-to-end transformation projects and programs (i.e., digital transformation, systems implementation, cloud migration, AI and automation, etc.)
• Experience leading the architecting and implementation of custom technology solutions
• Expertise in multiple programming languages and frameworks, with the ability to evaluate and recommend the best fit for the client needs
• Proven track record of account growth and business development through relationships
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to connect technical solutions to business objectives and client outcomes
• Skilled at driving alignment across cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives
• Strong business acumen, capable of framing technical information to non-technical audiences
• Effectively manages, mentors, and champions growth in others
• Previous consulting experience preferred
• Legally authorized to work for any company in the United States without sponsorship

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