Title:  Architect

Senior Solution Architect - PLM

Job Title: Senior Solution Architect
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Solution Architect to lead enterprise-scale solution design and architecture initiatives. 
This role requires deep expertise in PLM change processes ( Windchill Preferred), CMMI Level 5 implementations, and cross-functional leadership.
The ideal candidate will drive strategic architecture decisions, mentor technical teams, and ensure delivery of scalable, high-performing solutions aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Architecture & Leadership
•  Own end-to-end solution architecture for complex enterprise programs.
•  Define and drive architecture strategy aligned with business and IT roadmaps.
•  Lead architectural governance, design reviews, and technical decision-making forums.
•  Establish standards, best practices, and reusable design frameworks across programs.
 
PLM & Process Expertise
•  Provide deep technical leadership in PLM Change Management processes.
•  Lead CMMI Level 5 process implementation and continuous improvement initiatives.
•  Ensure architectural alignment with enterprise quality, compliance, and regulatory standards.
 
Solution Design & Delivery
•  Translate business strategy into scalable, secure, and high-performing technical solutions.
•  Architect detailed solution blueprints including integration, data models, workflows, and system dependencies.
•  Define technical acceptance criteria and oversee validation of solution deliverables.
•  Proactively mitigate technical risks and resolve complex cross-functional challenges.
 
Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration
•  Partner with Business Leaders, Product Owners, Workstream Leads, and Development Managers to shape solution strategy.
•  Align multiple workstreams and manage functional and technical interdependencies.
•  Communicate architectural vision and trade-offs clearly to executive and technical audiences.
•  Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.
 
Governance & Continuous Improvement
•  Implement structured business architecture methodologies to capture and cascade requirements.
•  Drive long-term architecture scalability, flexibility, and modernization initiatives.
•  Conduct impact assessments for new initiatives and enterprise-wide changes.
•  Lead architecture documentation and knowledge management practices.
 
Mentorship & Team Enablement
•  Mentor Solution Architects, Technical Leads, and development teams.
•  Provide architectural oversight and hands-on guidance during critical design and implementation phases.
•  Conduct architecture training sessions and capability-building programs.

Required Qualifications
•  15+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, solution architecture, or related leadership roles.
         15+ years of experience in PLM Suite Products like Windchill 
•  Extensive expertise in PLM systems and change management processes.
•  Proven experience implementing and governing CMMI Level 5 or similar maturity frameworks.
•  Strong background in enterprise integration, system architecture, and solution design.
•  Demonstrated leadership in managing global and offshore teams.
•  Exceptional stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
•  Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications
•  Experience in large-scale digital transformation programs.
•  Domain expertise in Medical Devices, manufacturing, engineering, product lifecycle, or enterprise systems.
•  Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks 
•  Experience with cloud architecture and modern integration platforms.

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