Sr. Data Center Solutions Architect

Sr. Data Center Solutions Architect

Overview :

WEI is a service and solution technology provider that focuses on building quality relationships with clients. Our sales and engineering teams work closely with our clients to optimize their environments and work efficiently by using cutting-edge technologies and best practices. Our clients benefit from our technical talents, value-added services, demonstration labs, knowledge transfer center, integration / testing labs, proof of concept labs and commitment to quality. From solution design through implementation, our sales and technical team will remain focused on providing unwavering support throughout the project.

WEI is your strategic IT partner delivering custom, innovative business technology solutions that deliver real business outcomes.

WEI is looking for a candidate as a Lead Data Center Architect. The role is to work with clients for all their data center requirement's including planning, design, expansion, relocation, consolidation, power, space and connectivity. On-premise, hosted and cloud environments for business needs. Lead teams to achieve the customer's architecture and timeline goals.

Responsibilities :

Consult with clients on data center projects. Assist in design of new data center space including hardware selection (compute, network, storage), rack and cabling options, power assessments, space selection (colo, hosting, cloud, etc.). Create technical documentation of floorplans, inventory, connectivity, power consumption.

Consult on data center relocations, consolidations, migrations. Provide insight to application dependencies pertaining to move criteria, staged move phases, etc. Perform equipment audits. Provide documentation for staged moves. Assist project management to achieve an acceptable timeline and process.

Work with inside sales to define equipment required and configurations. Create and track milestones of projects and communicate with the client. Lead a team to execute projects in a timely professional manner.

Requirements :

• Understand Power Cooling / Airflow as it pertains to a Data Centers globally
• Ability to perform power assessments and calculations
• Knowledge of structured cabling options
• Knowledge of power distribution and options both domestic and global
• Overall Data Center architecture and placement of equipment
• Technical background in Data Center, Power / Cooling, Storage, Compute and Networking Technologies
• Ability to create complete Data Center documentation with the associated tools
• Excellent client facing communication and presentation skills
• Working knowledge of application dependencies
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Finds technology and innovation intriguing and likes to have fun while approaching your work with passion and enthusiasm.
• Team player with the ability to work with others solving problems.
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Strong ability to work independently or in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Self-starter, self-motivated, ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
• MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, SharePoint, or equivalents

Travel Requirements :

EEOC Statement :

WEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer : The Company believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. The Company will not discriminate or tolerate discrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, creed, religion, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, status with regard to public assistance, marital or veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.