Solution Architect

Summary

Join Granicus as a Solution Architect and take a senior technical leadership position within the Consulting track, designing and delivering complex, scalable solutions for public sector modernization. You will own the technical strategy for sales opportunities, guiding them from discovery through design and validation. Translate intricate government requirements into actionable architectures balancing innovation and feasibility. Ensure solutions exceed customer expectations, mitigate risks, and align with Granicus's mission. Collaborate with sales, product, engineering, and services teams. Mentor junior architects and contribute to internal enablement. Granicus offers a competitive benefits package and is a remote-first company with a globally distributed workforce.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in solution architecture, systems engineering, or technical consulting, preferably within SaaS or public sector technology
• Deep expertise in cloud architecture, security frameworks, integration design, and compliance requirements specific to government environments
• Proven track record leading technical discovery and architecting solutions that address complex business needs and technical constraints
• Exceptional communication skills, able to translate complex concepts into clear narratives for diverse audiences, including executives and technical teams
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across Sales, Product Management, Engineering, and Customer Success to ensure solution viability and customer satisfaction
• Alignment with Granicus’s core values of innovation, integrity, customer success, and inclusivity
• Responsible for Granicus information security by appropriately preserving the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of Granicus information assets in accordance with the company's information security program
• Responsible for ensuring the data privacy of our employees and customers, their data, as well as taking all required privacy training in a timely manner, in accordance with company policies

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive technical discovery sessions with customers and internal stakeholders to uncover detailed requirements, constraints, and success criteria
• Architect end-to-end solutions that are secure, scalable, compliant, and aligned with both customer mission and Granicus product capabilities
• Develop detailed architecture documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and technical specifications, ensuring clarity and accuracy for both sales and delivery teams
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to validate solution designs, identify and mitigate technical risks, and ensure smooth handoff to implementation and support
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to sales leadership and customers, influencing deal strategy and technical positioning
• Mentor junior architects and presales engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team
• Contribute to internal enablement, including development of best practices, playbooks, and training materials
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and public sector challenges to continuously enhance architectural approaches and thought leadership

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of government procurement, regulatory frameworks, and compliance standards

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off
• Medical (includes an option that is paid 100% by Granicus!), Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employer-paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Group legal coverage