- Solution
Design & Architecture:
- Collaborate
with the sales team and clients to understand business requirements and
translate them into robust, scalable, and cost-effective technical
solutions utilizing IBM products and services.
- Design
detailed solution architectures for complex engagements across Digital
Transformation, Integration, Data & AI, Middleware, and System
Engineering.
- Ensure
proposed solutions align with client needs, industry best practices, and
IBM's technology roadmap.
- Technical
Presentations & Demonstrations:
- Prepare
and deliver compelling technical presentations, solution overviews, and
product demonstrations to prospective clients, adapting content for both
technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Showcase
the value proposition of IBM solutions in addressing specific client
challenges and opportunities.
- Proof
of Concept (POC) Management:
- Design,
plan, and execute Proofs of Concept (POCs) to demonstrate the technical
viability and business value of proposed solutions.
- Document
POC outcomes and present findings to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Proposal
& Bid Support:
- Provide
expert technical input and content for proposals, RFPs (Request for
Proposals), RFIs (Request for Information), and Statements of Work
(SOWs).
- Work
closely with the Presales Manager and Service Delivery Manager to ensure
technical accuracy and completeness of all client-facing documentation.
- Technical
Expertise & Learning:
- Maintain
deep technical expertise in relevant IBM technologies and their
applications in solving real-world business problems.
- Stay
current with new IBM product releases, industry trends, and competitive
offerings.
- Contribute
to the development of presales collateral, demo environments, and best
practices.
- Client
Relationship Building:
- Build
and maintain strong technical relationships with key client stakeholders,
acting as a trusted technical advisor.
- Effectively
address client technical queries and concerns throughout the sales cycle.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology,
Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum
of 5-7 years of progressive experience in a presales, solution
architecture, or senior technical consulting role, preferably within an
IBM-focused environment.
- Demonstrable
hands-on experience and strong technical knowledge of IBM software and/or
hardware products in at least three of the following areas:
- Digital
Transformation: Cloud Pak for Integration, Hybrid Cloud, Automation.
- Integration: API Connect, MQ, App Connect, DataPower.
- Data
& AI: Db2, Cloud Pak for Data, Watson AI, SPSS, Planning
Analytics.
- Middleware: WebSphere Application Server, Liberty, BPM, ODM.
- System
Engineering: IBM Z, LinuxONE, Power Systems (AIX/IBM i/Linux),
Storage.
- Proven
track record of participating in successful sales cycles and contributing
to deal closures.
- Technical
Skills (Expertise in multiple areas is essential):
- Strong
understanding of hybrid cloud architectures and containerization
technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Red Hat OpenShift).
- Proficiency
with various operating systems (Linux, AIX, z/OS, Windows).
- Familiarity
with database concepts and technologies.
- Experience
with scripting or programming languages relevant to IBM products (e.g.,
Python, Java, JavaScript, Shell Scripting) is a plus.
- Soft
Skills:
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic.
- Strong
presentation and public speaking abilities, with a knack for simplifying
complex technical information.
- Exceptional
problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Highly
collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated,
proactive, and capable of working independently as well as part of a
team.
- Ability
to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a dynamic
environment.
Certifications (Preferred):
- Relevant
IBM Professional Certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Solution Architect,
IBM Certified Specialist in specific product areas).
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