[Remote] Solution Architect, Data Solutions

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. 66degrees is a leading consulting and professional services company specializing in developing AI-focused, data-led solutions leveraging the latest advancements in cloud technology. As a Solution Architect, Data Solutions, you'll design and architect robust, data-driven solutions that empower clients to unlock the value of their information while collaborating closely with Sales, Engineering, and Delivery teams. Responsibilities • Design and Architect Solutions: Lead the strategizing, design, and architecture of scalable data pipelines and infrastructure on GCP, ensuring alignment with client requirements and best practices. • Technical Guidance: Provide expert technical guidance to data engineering teams, supporting them in delivering cutting-edge data solutions. • Client Collaboration: Partner with Sales and Engineering to translate complex client requirements into tailored data engineering solutions utilizing GCP's data capabilities (e.g., BigQuery, Cloud Dataflow) or Snowflake. • Engage in on-site client meetings and workshops as needed to facilitate collaboration and understanding. • Proposal Development: Contribute to the development of compelling proposals, levels of effort, and Statements of Work (SOWs) that clearly define project scope, data pipelines, and implementation plans. • Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, acting as a trusted technical advisor throughout the customer journey. • Technical Leadership: Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in data engineering technologies and translate that knowledge into practical solutions for clients. • Best Practices: Actively promote the adoption of best practices and a culture of continuous learning within the team. • Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of learning and development, encouraging team members to pursue certifications, training, and professional growth opportunities. Skills • 5+ years of experience in a technical architect or senior engineering role, preferably with a data engineering focus in a consulting or professional services environment. • Proven experience in designing, building, and managing complex data pipelines on cloud platforms (GCP preferred). • Strong understanding and ability to advise clients on data engineering concepts such as data governance and controls, MDM, data quality, security, and lineage management. • Ability to architect data estates for clients, advise them on the choice of data architectures, and link them to overall enterprise architecture. • Ability to collaborate with Data Science teams to provide the right data scaffolding for the creation and consumption of AI/ML models. High-level understanding of emerging AI/ML and data science concepts. • Strong understanding of data management principles, including data warehousing, data lakes, and ETL/ELT processes. Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, SQL) and data processing tools. • Understanding and ability to advise clients on detailed architecture design principles, e.g., approaches to improving query performance in Google BigQuery or Snowflake. • Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences with clarity and enthusiasm. • Experience working directly with clients in a pre-sales or consulting role, understanding their business needs and translating them into data-driven solutions. • Ability to specify the deliverables of services projects by developing detailed project scopes of work (SOWs); assist sales team with preparedness and delivery of technical presentations, estimations, and Statements of Work. • Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time for client engagements, team meetings, and industry events. • A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data, or a related field or equivalent work experience. • Preferred experience with DBT and Oracle. • Experience strategizing, designing, architecting, and leading the deployment of scalable solutions on GCP is preferred. • Industry-level or Google Cloud certifications (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect, Professional Data Engineer) preferred. Company Overview • 66degrees is a leading google cloud premier partner that specializes in business consulting and services. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • 66degrees has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 10 in 2025, 5 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 7 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job