Solution Architect (5G/AI)

TL;DR

Solution Architect (5G/AI): Shaping outcome-based solutions for customers using 5G, IoT, Edge, and AI technologies with an accent on end-to-end technical design and customer engagement. Focus on developing and integrating innovative solutions with private 5G networks and driving sales pipeline for major opportunities.

Location: Hybrid role based in any UK location, requiring 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in secure connectivity and collaboration platforms, serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.

What you will do

• Act as the lead solution architect on major bids, taking ownership of end-to-end technical design.
• Apply deep specialist expertise to advise on complex, high-impact solutions across 5G, IoT, Edge, AI, and XR technologies.
• Serve as a trusted technical point of contact for internal teams and customer stakeholders.
• Provide thought leadership and sign off medium-scale, high-profile technical changes.
• Drive sales pipeline with solution sales specialists using technology insight.
• Develop, deliver, and evolve innovative solutions integrating 5G private networks with AI, IoT, and immersive (XR) technologies.
• Collaborate across business units and with external partners to shape best-in-class solutions.

Requirements

• Background in technical, network, or IT service environments, ideally spanning multiple domains.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to stay ahead of emerging technology trends and translate them into business solutions.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation capabilities.
• Commercial awareness related to sales cycles, pipeline development, and value creation.
• A solution-focused mindset and the ability to make sound decisions in high-risk, high-impact environments.
• Comfortable with a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Culture & Benefits

• 10% on target annual bonus.
• BT Pension scheme, with a minimum 5% employee contribution and 10% BT contribution.
• X4 Salary Life Assurance.
• Huge range of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Healthcare, Season Ticket Loan, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice.
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service.
• Equal family leave: 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay, and 26 weeks at the statutory rate.
• Enhanced women’s health support, including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, and period care.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues.
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave.
• World-class training and development opportunities.
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile, and TV package.
• Access to 100s of retail discounts including the BT shop.