Solution architect

About Kanerika

Who we are:

Kanerika Inc. is a premier global software products and services firm that specializes in providing innovative solutions and services for data-driven enterprises. Our focus is to empower businesses to achieve their digital transformation goals and maximize their business impact through the effective use of data and AI. We leverage cutting-edge technologies in data analytics, data governance, AI-ML, GenAI/ LLM and industry best practices to deliver custom solutions that help organizations optimize their operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth.

Awards and Recognitions

Kanerika has won several awards over the years, including:

• CMMI Level 3 Appraised in 2024.

• Best Place to Work 2022 & 2023 by Great Place to Work®.

• Top 10 Most Recommended RPA Start-Ups in 2022 by RPA today.

• NASSCOM Emerge 50 Award in 2014.

• Frost & Sullivan India 2021 Technology Innovation Award for its Kompass composable solution architecture.

• Recognized for ISO 27701, 27001, SOC2, and GDPR compliances.

• Featured as Top Data Analytics Services Provider by GoodFirms.
  

Working for us

Kanerika is rated 4.6/5 on Glassdoor, for many good reasons. We truly value our employees' growth, well-being, and diversity, and people's experiences bear this out. At Kanerika, we offer a host of enticing benefits that create an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. From our inclusive hiring practices and mandatory training on creating a safe work environment to our flexible working hours and generous parental leave, we prioritize the well-being and success of our employees. Our commitment to professional development is evident through our mentorship programs, job training initiatives, and support for professional certifications. Additionally, our company-sponsored outings and various time-off benefits ensure a healthy work-life balance. Join us at Kanerika and become part of a vibrant and diverse community where your talents are recognized, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions make a real impact. See the benefits section below for the perks you'll get while working for Kanerika.

Locations

We are located in Austin (USA), Singapore, Hyderabad, Indore and Ahmedabad (India).

Job Location: Hyderabad, India.

Job Summary:?

As a Solution Architect, you will collaborate with our sales, presales and COE teams to provide technical expertise and support throughout the new business acquisition process. You will play a crucial role in understanding customer requirements, presenting our solutions, and demonstrating the value of our products.

You thrive in high-pressure environments, maintaining a positive outlook and understanding that career growth is a journey that requires making strategic choices. You possess good communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling you to convey complex technical concepts clearly and effectively. You are a team player, customer-focused, self-motivated, responsible individual who can work under pressure with a positive attitude. You must have experience in managing and handling RFPs/ RFIs, client demos and presentations, and converting opportunities into winning bids. You possess a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and enthusiasm to embrace new challenges. You can multi-task and prioritize (good time management skills), willing to display and learn. You should be able to work independently with less or no supervision. You should be process-oriented, have a methodical approach and demonstrate a quality-first approach.

Ability to convert client's business challenges/ priorities into winning proposal/ bid through excellence in technical solution will be the key performance indicator for this role.

What you'll do

• Architecture & Design: Develop high-level architecture designs for scalable, secure, and robust solutions.

• Technology Evaluation: Select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and platforms for business needs.

• Cloud & Infrastructure: Design cloud-native, hybrid, or on-premises solutions using AWS, Azure, or GCP.

• Integration: Ensure seamless integration between various enterprise applications, APIs, and third-party services.

• Design and develop scalable, secure, and performant data architectures on Microsoft Azure and/or new generation analytics platform like MS Fabric.

• Translate business needs into technical solutions by designing secure, scalable, and performant data architectures on cloud platforms.

• Select and recommend appropriate Data services (e.g. Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Synapse Analytics, Power BI etc) to meet specific data storage, processing, and analytics needs.

• Develop and recommend data models that optimize data access and querying. Design and implement data pipelines for efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL/ELT) processes.

• Ability to understand Conceptual/Logical/Physical Data Modelling.

• Choose and implement appropriate data storage, processing, and analytics services based on specific data needs (e.g., data lakes, data warehouses, data pipelines).

• Understand and recommend data governance practices, including data lineage tracking, access control, and data quality monitoring.
  

Requirements

What you will Bring

• 10+ years of working in data analytics and AI technologies from consulting, implementation and design perspectives

• Certifications in data engineering, analytics, cloud, AI will be a certain advantage

• Bachelor's in engineering/ technology or an MCA from a reputed college is a must

• Prior experience of working as a solution architect during presales cycle will be an advantage

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills

• Presentation Skills

• Flexible and Hard-working
  

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Presales Processes

• Basic understanding of business analytics and AI

• High IQ and EQ

Why join us?

• Work with a passionate and innovative team in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

• Gain hands-on experience in content marketing with exposure to real-world projects.

• Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and enhance your marketing skills.

• Contribute to exciting initiatives and make an impact from day one.

• Competitive stipend and potential for growth within the company.

• Recognized for excellence in data and AI solutions with industry awards and accolades.
  

Benefits

Employee Benefits

Culture:

• Open Door Policy: Encourages open communication and accessibility to management.

• Open Office Floor Plan: Fosters a collaborative and interactive work environment.

• Flexible Working Hours: Allows employees to have flexibility in their work schedules.

• Employee Referral Bonus: Rewards employees for referring qualified candidates.

• Appraisal Process Twice a Year: Provides regular performance evaluations and feedback
  
  Inclusivity and Diversity:

• Hiring practices that promote diversity: Ensures a diverse and inclusive workforce.

• Mandatory POSH training: Promotes a safe and respectful work environment.

Health Insurance and Wellness Benefits:

• GMC and Term Insurance: Offers medical coverage and financial protection.

• Health Insurance: Provides coverage for medical expenses.

• Disability Insurance: Offers financial support in case of disability.

• Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits:

• Company-sponsored family events: Creates opportunities for employees and theirfamilies to bond.

• Generous Parental Leave: Allows parents to take time off after the birth or adoption of a child.

• Family Medical Leave: Offers leave for employees to take care of family members' medical needs.

Perks and Time-Off Benefits:

1. Company-sponsored outings: Organizes recreational activities for employees.

1. Gratuity: Provides a monetary benefit as a token of appreciation.

1. Provident Fund: Helps employees save for retirement.

1. Generous PTO: Offers more than the industry standard for paid time off.

1. Paid sick days: Allows employees to take paid time off when they are unwell.

1. Paid holidays: Gives employees paid time off for designated holidays.

1. Bereavement Leave: Provides time off for employees to grieve the loss of a loved one.
   

Professional Development Benefits:

• L&D with FLEX- Enterprise Learning Repository: Provides access to a learning repository for professional development.

• Mentorship Program: Offers guidance and support from experienced professionals.

• Job Training: Provides training to enhance job-related skills.

• Professional Certification Reimbursements: Assists employees in obtaining professional certifications.

• Promote from Within: Encourages internal growth and advancement opportunities.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree