Software Solutions Architect (RapidScale) Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

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Software Solutions Architect (RapidScale)
locations
Remote-New York-120
Remote

• District of Columbia
  Remote-Texas Central Timezone-110
  Remote-California-120
  Remote-Massachusetts-120
  time type
  Full time
  posted on
  Posted 24 Days Ago
  time left to

End Date:

July 31, 2025 (30+ days left to )
job requisition id

R202559387

Company
Cox Communications, Inc.
Job Family Group
Sales
Job Profile
Sr. Solutions Engineer

• CCI
  Management Level
  Manager
• Non People Leader
  Flexible Work Option Can work remotely but need to live in the specified city, state, or region
  Travel %
  Yes, 25% of the time
  Work Shift
  Day
  Compensation
  Compensation includes a base salary of $126,200.00
• $189,200.

00. The salary rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s experience. In addition to the salary range identified in, this role is also eligible for an annual incentivemission target of $52,800.00.
Job Description
Our Sales SA positions will require 25-35% travel to conferences, partner offices, and customer sites.
At RapidScale, exceptional technology is powered by exceptional people. As a growing leader in secure, reliable managed cloud solutions, we help SMBs and enterprises alike simplify IT and unleash innovation. With a broad portfolio spanning AWS, Azure and Google to a full set of Private Cloud and Cybersecurity solutions, RapidScale helpspanies turn technology into their biggestpetitive advantage. As part of the Cox family ofpanies, we offer best-in-class benefits, amitment to work-life balance, and an award-winning workplace experience. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Solutions Architect to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of software architecture, application modernization, and cloud-native development, with a strong background in Pre-Sales Solution Architecture. In this role, you will educate clients on modern software design, articulate how our software experts can help refactor and modernize applications, and oversee project plans that drive business value. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and excellentmunication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as a technical expert and trusted advisor, positioning RapidScale as a leader in software and application modernization during the sales process.
Conduct technical discovery workshops to identify pain points, gather requirements, and define solutions for clients seeking to modernize or refactor applications.
Lead software architecture and modernization strategy workshops, covering topics such as microservices, cloud-native design, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines.
Architect software solutions on public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), leveraging deep expertise in cloud-native development and modernization tools.
Develop cost estimates, labor projections, and Statements of Work (SOWs) for modernization projects.
Collaborate in the creation of technical collateral, documentation, reference architectures, and sales presentation materials.
Provide technical training and enablement for Sales and Go-to-Market teams.
Ensure smooth handoff from pre-sales to implementation teams, clearly documenting andmunicating proposed architectures for execution.
Work closely with Product teams, providing field-driven feedback to enhance solutions and capabilities.
Serve as a thought leader, speaking at industry events, publishing white papers, and contributing to case studies.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

High School Diploma/GED and 7 years’ experience in a related field.
The right candidate could also have a differentbination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 5 years’ experience; or 9 years’ experience in a related field
Professional or Expert-Level certification in one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Experience working in fast-paced sales environments, particularly in pre-sales solution architecture.
Expertise in software architecture patterns, including microservices, monolithic refactoring, event-driven architecture, and serverlessputing.
Strong understanding of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, API design, and security best practices.
Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, Go, or Rust.
Experience with containerization & orchestration technologies (Kubernetes, Docker, EKS, ECS, OpenShift).
Hands-on experience with cloud migrations and application modernization initiatives.
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, Puppet).

Preferred:

Cloud-native application development specialty certification (cloud-agnostic or platform-specific).
Experience modernizing legacy systems and managing technical debt.
Multi-cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
Knowledge of AI/ML integration into software applications.
Experience with service mesh technologies (Istio, Linkerd) and API gateways.
Benefits
The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, thepany’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
About Us
Cox Communications is all about creating moments of real human connection; and for employees, that’s true both in the workplace and in the problems we solve for customers. From building advertising solutions to unleashing IoT technologies to creating an exceptional experience for customers in our retail locations and online, we’re creating a world that is smarter and more connected. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer

• All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Cox provides reasonable amodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such amodations would cause an undue hardship.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
In California, we will consider non-driving candidates who use alternate means of transportation in accordance with applicable law.
About Us
Cox brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities

• and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when ites to tackling the world’s biggest challenges.
  Our people love technology
• and they love making a difference.

They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe.
From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, t’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And t’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.
Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments w your ideas are wee and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.