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Siemens Advanta is a strategic advisor and trusted implementation partner for digital and sustainability transformations on an enterprise level. Drawing on the Siemens tech stack, Siemens Advanta delivers end-to-end solutions, from strategy and operations consulting to solution architecture and implementation. With comprehensive expertise in IT and OT, Siemens Advanta combines extensive experience from Siemens’ own transformation journey with an established reliability stemming from customer projects across diverse industries and countries. By leveraging the power of Siemens businesses and its partners, Siemens Advanta helps customers unlock the full value of Siemens technologies across their entire value chain. Headquartered in Munich, Germany, Siemens Advanta operates with a global network of about 1000 employees in 18 countries and 47 offices. For more information, visit. Mission The Principal Solution Architect acts as a trusted advisor, partnering with customers and internal Siemens business unit stakeholders to design and implement Industrial IoT (IIoT) and product integration services that align with their strategic goals. This role is rooted in providing expert guidance to ensure technology solutions are tailored to specific requirements, driving measurable business outcomes. By bridging the gap between business objectives and technological innovation, the Principal Solution Architect empowers customers to enhance operational efficiency and realize value through customized, outcome-focused architectures, all while fostering long-term strategic partnerships.As a direct connect from Advanta to the Siemens Xcelerator product strategy and portfolio, you will be strategically aligning the architecture requirements to smoothly integrate the Siemens product portfolio and enable the X Partner Ecosystem. Areas of Responsibility
1. Strategic Planning and Alignment
2. Guide alignment efforts with several products to achieve a feasible integration architecture blueprint overall
3. Develop and sustain a comprehensive IT strategy that aligns with the customer’s business objectives and unique requirements, ensuring solutions that drive meaningful and mutually beneficial outcomes
4. Create and implement IIoT and product integration strategies that support Siemens’ long-term vision and customer success
5. Collaborate with senior management and customers to define and prioritize technology initiatives that drive business outcomes
6. Architecture Design and Implementation
7. Design and oversee the implementation of scalable, secure, and efficient IIoT architectures tailored to Siemens’ customer needs
8. Ensure seamless integration of IIoT solutions with existing Siemens products and services, focusing on delivering measurable business outcomes
9. Develop and maintain architectural blueprints, standards, and guidelines that are adaptable to various customer environments
10. Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication
11. Representation into several architecture initiatives of Siemens overall and alignment on CTO level globally
12. Mentoring and coaching the ADV solution architect community worldwide and provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams
13. Working with Siemens Vertical Markets leads and teams to understand prioritized use cases and solution requirements
14. Working with Siemens X Partners to include their hardware and software products in a packaged solution
15. Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, customers, and technical teams, ensuring clear communication and understanding of requirements
16. Innovation and Continuous Improvement
17. Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in IIoT and integration technologies
18. Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement in Siemens’ technology landscape and customer solutions
19. Lead initiatives to adopt new technologies and best practices that enhance customer satisfaction and business outcomes
20. Security and Compliance
21. Ensure that IIoT solutions and integrations comply with relevant security standards and regulations
22. Develop and implement security strategies to protect IIoT devices and data from cyber threats, tailored to customer environments
23. Conduct regular security assessments and audits to ensure ongoing compliance and protection
Qualifications
24. Education and Experience
25. Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field
26. Minimum of 15 years of experience in IT architecture, with a focus on IIoT and product integration services
27. Proven experience in strategic planning and implementation of complex IT solutions, with a focus on customer-specific requirements
28. Technical Skills
29. Deep understanding of IIoT technologies, integration platforms, and architectural frameworks
30. Proficiency in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient IIoT architectures tailored to customer needs
31. Strong knowledge of security standards and best practices for IIoT and integration services
32. Soft Skills
33. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with business stakeholders, customers, and technical teams
34. Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to drive initiatives from concept to completion
35. Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering business outcomes
36. Certifications
37. Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, AWS / Microsoft Azure Certified Solutions Architect, or similar are preferred
What we offer.
38. 2 to 3 days of mobile working per week as a global standard
39. Attractive remuneration package
40. Development opportunities for both personal and professional growth
41. 30 leave days and a variety of flexible working models that allow time off for yourself and your family
42. Share matching programs to become a shareholder of Siemens AG
43. Find more benefits
Individual benefits are adapted to meet local legal regulations, the requirements of different job profiles, locations, and personal preferences. Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens.
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