Solution Architect
IBM
- Shenzhen, Guangdong
- Permanent
- Full-time
As an IBM Application Architect, you directly help clients transform their business and solve complex problems. You will define the scope and vision for projects that deliver customized solutions using your knowledge of IBM platforms. You are a technical leader, serving as a liaison among business partners, technical resources, and project stakeholders.Your Role and Responsibilities
- Ideation - Collaborate with Business User to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions for the Greater Bay Area region.
- Solution Evaluation – Conduct POC to evaluate solution options from market and propose recommendations to key stakeholders. Coordinate and align the end-to-end solution architecture and obtain agreement on architecture deliverables.
- Solution Design - Lead the technical aspects of projects, including solution design, architecture by applying your understanding of China ecosystem.
- Compliance - Applying your expertise in the China’s ecosystem to provide valuable insights and recommendations to design and facilitate solution comply with China's regulation. (i.e., PIPL)
- Team collaboration - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including solution architect and engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Mentoring - Act as a mentor to junior team members, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
- Hands-on experience in designing and implementing solutions in China is preferred, with at least 1-2 years of recent hands-on work.
- 7-10 years IT working experience with 3-5 years Solution Architect experience.
- Strong knowledge of the Greater Bay Area market, including understanding the PIPL, China process, and China compliance.
- Familiarity with the China ecosystem, including reference marketing cloud, infrastructure, and Ali Cloud.
- Solid understanding of China's IT industry regulations and compliance standards.
- Fluent in Cantonese (mandatory) and fair English proficiency for effective communication with stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think strategically and provide innovative solutions.
- Strong leadership abilities and experience in leading technical initiatives.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).