CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.
Sr. Solution Architect/Business Engineer
CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc., Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Sr. Solution Architect/Business Engineer
Category:
Business Consulting, Strategy and Digital Transformation
Main location:
United States, Arizona, Tempe
Alternate Location(s):
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
United States, Alabama, Birmingham
United States, Texas, Dallas
Position ID:
J1124-0408
Employment Type:
Full Time
Position Description:
CGI is seeking a senior solution architect to support US Global Technology Operations CSG opportunities. The qualified candidate will help drive and grow our business by participating in business development, proposal solution development, pricing development, as well as client presentations and thought leadership discussions
This position can be located at any CGI office in the U.S., preferred location is Birmingham, AL; Dallas, TX; Atlanta, GA; and Tempe, AZ however a hybrid working model is acceptable.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
The senior solution architect will participate in the creation and evolution of CGI’s US GTO proposals and pricing as part of a cross functional team that extends across US CSG. This includes participating with the larger GTO team, the IP teams, CGI client-proximity Business Units, and our clients.
A successful team member will actively participate in the pre-sales and project delivery lifecycle. This includes requirements definition, proposal development/writing, technical solution creation, pricing, solution review and presentation, offering development, as well as participating in cloud risk assessments and client meetings which occur during the business development lifecycle. This role will also include participating in advisory services short term billable consulting projects that will help establish CGI as our client’s trusted advisor. Other key aspects of this role are pipeline management and compliance with CGI’s Business Engineering Management Framework which includes participation in the BU Step Reviews as required. The ability to represent and serve as the subject matter expert for GTO capabilities in the areas of on premises, data center, private & public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and cyber security managed services while providing technical depth and thought leadership throughout this process is the key to success.
The senior solution architect will communicate regularly with executive management, participate in client-facing meetings and be available as needed for ad hoc urgent pricing requests and client meetings.
Candidate must be able to communicate clearly and concisely while also delivering what might be perceived as negative messages in a diplomatic way.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
Minimum Education Required: bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a related field.
Ability to work independently, be a creative and forward-thinking individual, and provide as much foresight and advanced notice into potential risks which could negatively impact CGI.
Must have account and client management pre-sales experience with strong relationship-building skills and the ability to confidently negotiate on behalf of US GTO.
Candidate must have a strong knowledge of accounting and be extremely detail oriented with respect to financials and pricing assumptions.
Technical subject matter expertise and knowledge of internal GTO processes with relation to infrastructure (Compute, Network, Storage, Containers, Public Cloud, etc.) and software licensing will be key to success.
CGI anticipates accepting applications for this position through December 31, 2024.
“CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $122,200 - $213,800.”
Benefits
CGI’s benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
•Competitive compensation including profit participation program
•Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
•Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
•Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan
•Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service
paid holidays per year
•At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more)
•Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws
•Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship.
•Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned
•Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
•Wellness and Well-being programs
For more detailed information about our benefits offerings visit Benefits | CGI Careers
Please note that the benefits listed above are subject to change based on the specific terms and conditions of the contract being supported.
Skills:
Business Analysis
Financial Accounting
Public Cloud Architecture
What you can expect from us:
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
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.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.
CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Clickhere (https://cgi-veterans.jobs/) to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members.
All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.
Category:
Business Consulting, Strategy and Digital Transformation
Main location:
United States, Arizona, Tempe
Alternate Location(s):
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
United States, Alabama, Birmingham
United States, Texas, Dallas
Position ID:
J1124-0408
Employment Type:
Full Time
Position Description:
CGI is seeking a senior solution architect to support US Global Technology Operations CSG opportunities. The qualified candidate will help drive and grow our business by participating in business development, proposal solution development, pricing development, as well as client presentations and thought leadership discussions
This position can be located at any CGI office in the U.S., preferred location is Birmingham, AL; Dallas, TX; Atlanta, GA; and Tempe, AZ however a hybrid working model is acceptable.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
The senior solution architect will participate in the creation and evolution of CGI’s US GTO proposals and pricing as part of a cross functional team that extends across US CSG. This includes participating with the larger GTO team, the IP teams, CGI client-proximity Business Units, and our clients.
A successful team member will actively participate in the pre-sales and project delivery lifecycle. This includes requirements definition, proposal development/writing, technical solution creation, pricing, solution review and presentation, offering development, as well as participating in cloud risk assessments and client meetings which occur during the business development lifecycle. This role will also include participating in advisory services short term billable consulting projects that will help establish CGI as our client’s trusted advisor. Other key aspects of this role are pipeline management and compliance with CGI’s Business Engineering Management Framework which includes participation in the BU Step Reviews as required. The ability to represent and serve as the subject matter expert for GTO capabilities in the areas of on premises, data center, private & public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and cyber security managed services while providing technical depth and thought leadership throughout this process is the key to success.
The senior solution architect will communicate regularly with executive management, participate in client-facing meetings and be available as needed for ad hoc urgent pricing requests and client meetings.
Candidate must be able to communicate clearly and concisely while also delivering what might be perceived as negative messages in a diplomatic way.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
Minimum Education Required: bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a related field.
Ability to work independently, be a creative and forward-thinking individual, and provide as much foresight and advanced notice into potential risks which could negatively impact CGI.
Must have account and client management pre-sales experience with strong relationship-building skills and the ability to confidently negotiate on behalf of US GTO.
Candidate must have a strong knowledge of accounting and be extremely detail oriented with respect to financials and pricing assumptions.
Technical subject matter expertise and knowledge of internal GTO processes with relation to infrastructure (Compute, Network, Storage, Containers, Public Cloud, etc.) and software licensing will be key to success.
CGI anticipates accepting applications for this position through December 31, 2024.
“CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $122,200 - $213,800.”
Benefits
CGI’s benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
•Competitive compensation including profit participation program
•Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
•Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
•Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan
•Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service
paid holidays per year
•At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more)
•Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws
•Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship.
•Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned
•Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
•Wellness and Well-being programs
For more detailed information about our benefits offerings visit Benefits | CGI Careers
Please note that the benefits listed above are subject to change based on the specific terms and conditions of the contract being supported.
Skills:
Business Analysis
Financial Accounting
Public Cloud Architecture
What you can expect from us:
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
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.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.
CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Clickhere (https://cgi-veterans.jobs/) to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members.
All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.