Solutions Architect

Company Profile:
Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. With 94,000 consultants and professionals across the globe, CGI delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and business process services and intellectual property solutions. CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2024 reported revenue is CA$14.68 billion and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB). Learn more at cgi.com. Job Title: Solution Architect Position: Manager Consulting Expert Experience: 13+ yrs Category: IT Infrastructure Main location: Bangalore Position ID: J1025-0522 Employment Type: Full Time Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or higher with minimum 3 years of relevant experience. Job Description: Roles and Responsibilities 1. As a Solution Architect, you are a pioneer in our customer solutions and responsible for their conception. 2. Individual contributor role in the Presales and Solutions practice with hands on experience in one or more of the following steams - IT infrastructure, Application Development and Support, Product development, Next Generation Digital Technologies which includes but not limited to cloud. 4. Build competitive proposals with great level of business acumen and able to comprehend with defend your solution during the bid lifecycle that includes but not limited to Bid management, win themes, pricing models, client presentations and deal defense. 5. Responsible to developing solutions that shall be aligned with Global Solution frameworks and comply with bid compliance and audit requirements. 6. Good sound knowledge on Financial modelling for the client requirements that includes models like – Fixed Price, RU/ Unit based, Time and Material, GCC/GSS model, Gain share model and Value/Cost/Output based pricing. 7. Responsible to design reliable, realizable and cost competitive solutions (including a combination of on- and offshore locations) 8. Strong expertise and innovative ideas to architect/ design solutions, evaluate multiple options to meet client's business requirements 9. Own, drive and/or contribute to proactive/RFP/RFI responses and proposals on solution architecture, estimation, transition, timelines, pricing, commercial and governance 10. Act as solution integrator for proactive/RFP/RFI responses and proposals, integrating solution, delivery, transition, commercial and risk 11. Participate actively in the entire bid cycle with sales, BU's, bid teams, and other relevant stake holders; involve in presentations to the clients, and coordinate client visits (RFP related) 12. Interations with customers (Customer facing) – handle customer requirements and Solution defence 13. Involve in solution and deal reviews 14. Harvest learning from delivery into sales, build differentiation in solution by utilizing various levers like IP's, innovative pricing etc 15. Support the delivery team as required in the execution stage from a solution standpoint Required Skills 1. Good understanding of ADM and technology services estimations, various pricing methods, industrialization delivery practices and commercial aspects 2. In-depth knowledge of delivery approaches in design, build, and testing, as required 3. Good understanding of Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Service Credits/ penalties 4. Good understanding of the competitive bidding scenario, the competitors and bench markers 5. Full stack, including application, infrastructure and cloud, Services and/or full services lifecycle experience (architecting and building services) 6. Should have previous IT Service Delivery experience for large accounts Skills and Experience 1. ITILv3 / ITIL v4, DevOps, Agile certifications 2. Has solution experience of designing large outsourcing deals (over 20 million TCV - any currency) and has been customer facing 3. Masters in Engineering and/ or MBA from premier institutes 4. 12+ years' Experience with an engineering background Behavioural Competencies : Proven experience of delivering process efficiencies and improvements Clear and fluent English (both verbal and written) Ability to build and maintain efficient working relationships with remote teams Demonstrate ability to take ownership of and accountability for relevant products and services Ability to plan, prioritize and complete your own work, whilst remaining a team player Willingness to engage with and work in other technologies CGI is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, CGI is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with provincial legislation. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs. Life at CGI: It is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons Come join our team, one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.