Software Solutions Architect

As a Software Solutions Architect at NTT DATA, you will shape complex infrastructure software solutions and align them with client needs. You’ll design high-level structures and translate requirements into concrete designs, supporting deployment, operation, and licensing compliance. You’ll partner with stakeholders to drive license management and innovative improvements while contributing to internal methodologies and best practices. This is a chance to influence cutting-edge infrastructure tech and licensing strategies at a global, inclusive firm., * Architect complex infrastructure software solutions and advise on multi-technology configurations.

• Analyze client requirements and ensure deployment, operation, and licensing compliance.
• Create detailed designs with holistic views and essential interconnections.
• Contribute to internal methodologies, processes, and tooling improvements.
• Research emerging infrastructure technologies and best practices in software-defined infrastructure.
• Support licensing aspects of service transition, renewal proposals, and licensing policy compliance.
• Manage contracts for software/hardware services and perform cost-benefit analyses.
• Guide stakeholders on license management methods and best practices.
• Support projects, license renewals, and proposals to drive competitive service offers.

• Cisco Smart accounts and Smart licensing expertise
• Broad knowledge of hardware, software, and configuration operating models
• Proficiency with licensing models: Perpetual, Right to Use, End-User, Subscription, Enterprise Agreements
• Understanding of supply chain management methodologies and toolsets
• Competence in multi-technology infrastructure software and design best practices
• Experience with Cisco, Microsoft, VMware, Palo Alto licensing and features
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strategic and tactical thinking with ability to align solutions to service offerings
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field