Principal Solutions Architect (Detroit, MI)

Qualifications:

 

Location: Must live in or near the Detroit, MI metro. 

 

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience required.
• 10+ years progressive experience as a Technical Consultant, Solutions Architect, Systems Engineer or similar, with a track record of success in pre‑sales and customer‑facing roles.
• Demonstrated performance as a senior pre‑sales engineering or solutions architecture role (e.g., Principal/Lead Architect, Senior Systems Engineer, senior CSE/TSA/CSA or equivalent) with consistent recognition as a top performer and go‑to resource for complex, strategic opportunities.

Technical & Business Skills

• Deep subject‑matter expertise across multiple technology domains, ideally demonstrated through advanced certifications (e.g., CCIE, VCDX) or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to connect architectures to business outcomes, including TCO/ROI, risk reduction, productivity, and time‑to‑value.
• Strong understanding of WWT’s portfolio, ATC capabilities, services, and solution areas, and how to compose them into differentiated customer solutions.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and storytelling skills, comfortable with both deep technical audiences and C‑suite stakeholders.

Leadership & Behaviors

• Demonstrated ability to lead without formal authority, influence cross‑functional teams, and operate as a trusted advisor to sales and engineering leadership.
• Consistently models WWT core values (Trust, Humility, Embrace Change, Passion, Attitude, Team Player, Honesty) in all internal and external interactions.
• Active learner who embraces change, seeks feedback, and invests in developing others through mentoring and coaching.

Travel & Working Conditions

• Ability to travel 25–30% (or as business requires) for customer meetings, workshops, internal planning, and industry events, with occasional travel to WWT offices and labs as needed.
• Primarily remote/virtual role with flexibility required for multi‑time‑zone collaboration and critical customer engagements.

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Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $150,000.00 to $210,000.00 annually. This role is OTE-eligible, with additional variable compensation provided on top of the base salary. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

 

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

 

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

Equal Opportunity Employer  

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