Solution Architecture

Solution Architect Job Description & Requirements

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to bridge the gap between our laboratory's cutting-edge core technologies and real-world customer applications. This role requires cross-disciplinary technical expertise combined with exceptional customer communication skills, enabling rapid understanding of emerging technologies and their application across diverse industry verticals.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Solution Design

• Master multiple core technologies developed in our laboratory and continuously learn new emerging technologies
• Analyze technical requirements and business challenges across different industry sectors
• Design technical solution architectures tailored to customer needs
• Assess technical feasibility and implementation risks

Customer Communication & Requirements Analysis

• Conduct in-depth technical discussions and require interviews with clients across various domains
• Understand industry-specific technical constraints and compliance requirements
• Translate complex technical concepts into understandable business value propositions
• Assist customers in evaluating ROI for technology adoption

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with R&D teams to ensure solution feasibility
• Partner with sales teams to provide technical support and solution recommendations
• Communicate with product teams to relay customer feedback and market trends
• Participate in technology roadmap planning and product strategy development

Knowledge Management & Transfer

• Build technical solution databases and best practice repositories
• Author technical white papers and solution documentation
• Train internal teams on new technology applications
• Participating in technical conferences and industry events

Position Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Education: PhD degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field
• Academic Publications: Demonstrated research publications across multiple technical domains, including journal papers, conference proceedings, or patents
• Technical Depth: Deep professional knowledge and research experience in at least 2-3 technical domains
• Rapid Learning Ability: Capability to quickly master new technologies and understand their application potential
• Communication Skills: Excellent customer communication and presentation abilities, capable of effective interaction with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• Industry Insight: Understanding of technological trends and challenges across multiple industries

Technical Background Requirements

Experience in at least three of the following domains:

• Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (Must)
• Quantum Computer
• Cloud Computing Architecture
• Internet of Things (IoT) Systems
• Blockchain Technology
• Data Science/Big Data Analytics
• Cybersecurity
• Edge Computing
• Automation Systems
• Robotics and Control Systems
• Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology
• Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

Preferred Qualifications

• Top-tier Publications: Research publications in prestigious journals (Nature, Science, IEEE series, etc.)
• Cross-disciplinary Research: Experience in interdisciplinary research collaboration and multi-domain integration
• Patent Portfolio: Experience with patent applications and intellectual property management
• Academic Reputation: Recognition in academia, serving as journal reviewer or conference committee member
• Industry-Academia Partnership: Rich experience in collaboration between academic and industrial sectors
• Consulting Experience: Background in technical consulting or customer-oriented technical services
• International Exposure: Experience in international academic exchange and cross-border collaboration
• Technology Transfer: Successful cases of converting academic research into industrial applications
• Professional Certifications: Relevant technical certifications or professional credentials
• Training Experience: Background in technical presentations, academic talks, or talent development
• Product management: especially for enterprise applications/solutions
• Coding/software development experience a big plus

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