Solution Architect (Utilities)

TL;DR

Solution Architect (Utilities): Designing and delivering transformation programs for water utilities, leveraging Azure and AWS platforms, with an accent on cloud, data, and operational technologies. Focus on architecting scalable, secure, and innovative solutions, providing domain expertise, and guiding engineering teams through solution delivery.

Location: Will need to be flexible to travel to one or two accounts on a regular basis.

Company

hirify.global is a leading professional services company, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.

What you will do

• Lead the architecture and design of end-to-end cloud solutions for water utilities, leveraging Azure and AWS platforms.
• Architect robust data platforms using Azure Data Services (Data Lake, Microsoft Fabric, Data Factory etc.) and Databricks.
• Design and oversee the implementation of AI/ML solutions for predictive analytics, asset management, and operational optimization.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in water utilities, advising clients on best practices, regulatory compliance, and digital transformation trends.
• Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define solution roadmaps and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption to enhance solution capabilities.

Requirements

• Good years of experience in IT architecture & good years in the utilities sector.
• Experience of working in any process and asset heavy industries.
• Exposure to the following business process areas – customer service, smart metering, asset management, asset operations.
• Extensive experience architecting solutions on Azure and AWS.
• Deep expertise with Azure Data Platform (Data Lake, Data Factory, Synapse, etc.) and Databricks.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to have

• Microsoft Azure and/or AWS Architect certifications.
• TOGAF or any other architecture certifications

Culture & Benefits

• Energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
• Foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.