Director, End-to-End Solution Architecture

At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.

Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management, our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.  

Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality….designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.

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We are currently looking for a Director, End-To-End Solutions Architect to join our growing team. In this role, you will oversee the design, implementation, and integration of custom and commercial-of-the-shelf (COTS) applications. You will have a very crucial role for ensuring that technology solutions align with business goals, are consistent with a long-term IT architecture design, and are implemented efficiently and effectively.

As a Director, End-To-End Solutions Architect, your duties and responsibilities will include:

Leadership and Strategy:

• Lead design teams and create development strategies
• Communicate effectively between the development teams and related stakeholders
• Drive the commercialization of solutions, ensuring they meet business needs

Technical Oversight:

• Design end-to-end solution architectures
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and meet industry standards
• Develop and document best practices, including coding standards and data exchange patterns

Project Management:

• Monitor project stages from initial conceptualization to final deliverables
• Conduct technical feasibility analyses and create risk mitigation plans
• Ensure compliance with relevant security and performance standards

Collaboration and Training:

• Work closely with product teams across various business domains
• Conduct workshops and training sessions for internal teams
• Mentor team members in relevant technologies and implementation architecture

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Management, Engineering or related field
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in solution architecture 
• Leadership: 10+ years of experience leading a team
• Industry: Telecommunications 
• Skills: Strong understanding of wireline and broadband technologies, API design, and enterprise architecture
• Communication: Ability to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences

BONUS POINTS FOR:

• Specific certifications in program management (e.g., PMP), process improvement (e.g., Six Sigma), technical methodologies (e.g., SAFe Agile), and cloud services (e.g., GCP)

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WHY JOIN US?

We aspire to contemporary ways of working.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits. 

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. 

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.

Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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