Solution Architect, Enterprise - Eastern Time Zone
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled solution architects in the remote job market is booming, with a 25% increase in hiring over the past year. As companies like Fivetran continue to drive innovation in data-driven technologies, professionals with expertise in digital architecture, data warehouses, and cloud computing are in high demand. With Fivetran's cutting-edge platform, this role offers a unique chance to work with top enterprises, optimizing data pipelines and driving business growth. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the complex technical requirements and the need for strong communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Solution Architect at Fivetran, you will play a crucial role in facilitating the implementation, configuration, and optimization of the Fivetran platform and product suite for top enterprises. Your expertise in various applications, databases, data warehouses, and APIs will be essential in defining requirements and working with customer stakeholders to fulfill their needs. You will be part of the Services team, working directly with customers to integrate Fivetran's data replication connectors and ensure seamless data pipelines.The role involves working with a wide range of internal stakeholders, including Account Executives, Customer Success Managers, Sales Engineers, Customer Support Engineers, Product Managers, and Software Engineers. Your ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders will be vital. You will also be responsible for producing enablement collateral and training teams to adopt new software applications, ensuring a smooth transition to production environments.
Fivetran's mission to make access to data as simple and reliable as electricity drives its innovative approach to data replication and integration. As a Solution Architect, you will be at the forefront of this mission, working with customers to unlock the full potential of their data and drive business growth through data-driven initiatives.
What You Will Do
- Facilitate the implementation, configuration, and optimization of the Fivetran platform and product suite for top enterprises.
- Define requirements and work with customer stakeholders to fulfill their needs, ensuring seamless data pipelines and integration with various applications and databases.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Account Executives, Customer Success Managers, Sales Engineers, Customer Support Engineers, Product Managers, and Software Engineers.
- Produce enablement collateral and train teams to adopt new software applications, ensuring a smooth transition to production environments.
- Optimize implementations through performance tuning and offer best-practice advice on source and target setup.
- Troubleshoot issues and support use cases where trusted, well-governed data pipelines enable analytics and emerging AI/ML initiatives.
- Work with customers to integrate Fivetran's data replication connectors and ensure data activation workflows are in place.
- Liaise with technical and non-technical stakeholders to triage a wide range of topics, providing expert solutions and support.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in data replication, integration, and cloud computing, applying this knowledge to drive innovation and improvement in Fivetran's services.
What We Are Looking For
- Strong expertise in digital architecture, data warehouses, and cloud computing, with experience in implementing and optimizing data replication connectors.
- Experience working with various applications, databases, and APIs, including on-premises and cloud databases, and data warehouses/lakehouses.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide expert solutions.
- Experience in producing enablement collateral and training teams to adopt new software applications.
- Strong understanding of data governance and security principles, with experience in ensuring data pipelines are well-governed and secure.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Nice to Have
- Experience working with Fivetran's products and technologies, including Fivetran SaaS, Hybrid Deployment, and HVR (self-hosted) architectures.
- Knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in data replication, integration, and cloud computing, such as AI/ML and data activation workflows.
- Experience working with agile development methodologies and version control systems, such as Git.
- Certification in data governance, security, or related fields, such as CIPP or CISM.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Flexible working hours and remote work options, with a strong preference for candidates based in the US, particularly in Central and East Coast timezone states.
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools, with opportunities to work with top enterprises and drive innovation in data-driven technologies.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment, with a strong focus on teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth, with training and support provided to help you achieve your career goals.
- Comprehensive health and wellness package, with access to mental health support and employee assistance programs.
- Generous PTO and holiday package, with flexibility to take time off when you need it.
- Remote work stipend and equipment provided, to help you set up your home office and work effectively remotely.
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong understanding of Fivetran's products and technologies, including Fivetran SaaS, Hybrid Deployment, and HVR (self-hosted) architectures, to demonstrate your expertise in data replication and integration.
- Showcase your experience working with various applications, databases, and APIs, highlighting your ability to integrate Fivetran's data replication connectors with different systems.
- Highlight your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with examples of how you have worked effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders in previous roles.
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of how you have optimized implementations through performance tuning and offered best-practice advice on source and target setup.
- Research Fivetran's company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how your own values and approach to work align with theirs, demonstrating your enthusiasm for the role and the company.
- Consider creating a portfolio or case studies that demonstrate your experience and skills in data architecture, data warehouses, and cloud computing, to showcase your expertise to potential employers.
- When negotiating salary, be sure to research the market rate for Solution Architects in the US, and be prepared to discuss your expectations and requirements, highlighting your value to the company and the role.
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