iKnowHow Group is a leading Software & Robotics Solutions group of companies operating internationally for over 24 years, with 300+ professionals delivering innovative technology solutions across Energy, Telecommunications, Banking & Financial Services, and Public Sector industries. The group is structured into specialized subsidiaries, each focused on distinct technology domains and market verticals.
iKnowHow S.A., as the cornerstone of the group, utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and handles end-to-end internal and external project development, from conception to completion. Our portfolio spans Data & AI platforms, enterprise integration, cloud-native applications, and digital transformation initiatives for major organizations in private and public sectors.
We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect who combines deep technical expertise with strong communication and leadership skills to influence technology strategy across the organization. This role sits at the intersection of Presales and Delivery, with the architect actively supporting the presales pillar—shaping winning solutions for clients, while also overseeing the technical integrity of our challenging projects through delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with presales and sales teams to translate customer pain points, business objectives, and technical requirements into compelling, technically sound solution proposals and presentations.
- Lead and orchestrate RFP/RFI response processes from a technical perspective, producing high-quality solution architectures, effort estimations, and risk assessments.
- Design and deliver Proof-of-Concept (PoC) and Proof-of-Value (PoV) engagements to validate proposed solutions, demonstrate feasibility, and accelerate customer decision-making.
- Serve as the technical face of the organization in client-facing engagements, discovery workshops, and articulating complex architectures in business-relevant terms.
- Define and maintain the enterprise architecture vision, principles, standards, and roadmap aligned with organizational strategy.
- Develop comprehensive architectural documentation including solution diagrams, technical design specifications, integration patterns, and deployment topologies.
- Architect end-to-end data platforms and AI/ML solutions leveraging major cloud ecosystems like Microsoft Azure, GCP and AWS.
- Design modern data architectures including Data Lakehouse, Data Mesh, and Data Fabric patterns with emphasis on data governance, lineage, and quality.
- Oversee the technical execution of complex projects, ensuring that delivered solutions are faithful to the approved architecture and meet quality standards.
- Review and validate solution architectures from engineering teams to ensure alignment with enterprise standards, non-functional requirements, and client expectations.
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor and escalation point for engineering teams, product managers, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor technical debt, architectural drift, and compliance risks, recommending corrective actions where necessary.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related fields
- 8+ years of progressive experience in software architecture, systems design, or enterprise-level engineering roles
- 3+ years in a Solution Architect or Enterprise Architect capacity, with direct involvement in presales activities (solution proposals, RFP responses, customer presentations, PoCs/PoVs)
- Demonstrated track record of designing and delivering enterprise-scale solutions across at least two of the following domains: Data & Analytics, AI/ML, Cloud Migration, Enterprise Integration, or Application Modernization
- Proven experience designing distributed systems, cloud-native solutions, and integration architectures on at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Strong expertise in modern architecture patterns: microservices, event-driven architectures, domain-driven design (DDD), API-first development, CQRS, and serverless patterns
- Experience with Data & AI cloud services (data warehouses, data lakes, ML platforms, ETL/ELT orchestration, BI tools) and understanding of modern data architecture
- Solid understanding of security architecture, identity management, scalability patterns, performance optimization, and integration architecture
- Knowledge of enterprise architecture methodologies and frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate, DAMA DMBoK, Zachman)
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies and cloud infrastructure management
- Proven ability to engage with executives, business stakeholders, and technical audiences, adapting communication style and depth accordingly
- Experience leading solution design workshops, technical discovery sessions, and architecture review presentations
- Strong proposal writing skills with the ability to produce clear, persuasive technical narratives for RFPs, RFIs, and commercial proposals
- Ability to build and deliver compelling PoCs/PoVs under tight timelines, translating abstract requirements into tangible demonstrations.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting abilities
- Working proficiency in Greek and English
Nice to Have:
- Relevant certifications: AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, GCP Professional Cloud Architect, TOGAF, Databricks, Snowflake, or equivalent
- Experience with enterprise data governance, master data management, and data quality frameworks
- Knowledge of Greek public procurement processes and regulatory frameworks
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and seniority
- Flexible hybrid working model, combining office presence and remote work
- Career development and growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding technology group
- An inspiring, modern workspace in Athens with private and open-office areas
- Comprehensive medical plan and life insurance for you and your family
