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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