Senior Solutions Architect

Join us at Gorilla and be part of a mission to transform the energy industry. At Gorilla, you'll play a vital role in delivering cutting-edge data solutions for a lower-carbon future. We focus on providing efficient, reliable, and flexible SaaS solutions for data processing and analysis in the energy sector. Together, we're driving digital transformation, maximizing ROI for clients, and contributing to achieving net-zero emissions through technology and data-driven insights.

Your role

As a Senior Solutions Architect you lead the technical pillar of our customer implementations and integrations of Gorilla’s innovative data solutions in the energy sector, ensuring robust technical implementations while fostering a culture of growth, transparency, and excellence. You are the technical advisor to level up customers' data architecture and assess fit-for-purpose system architecture. You are a thought leader when it comes to internal enablement and advocating for product improvements through engagement on the roadmap definition and product development cycle.

What you'll do

• Provide high-quality technical advice and guidance.
• Audit customer and colleague on requirements, designs, architecture and scalability.
• This job requires occasional travel to customers (expect a few days per month).
• Develop comprehensive technical specifications and architectural designs.
• Deliver solid technical project plans and blueprints during advisory services and sales.
• Ensure clients fully understand and effectively utilize Gorilla’s solutions, resulting in high customer retention and satisfaction through high-quality technical training and advisory.
• Continuously propose and implement process improvements, best practices and documentation to enhance project implementation excellence and effectiveness.
• You partner up with product teams to define technical roadmap features and capabilities.
• Mentor junior implementation consultants, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Drive internal enablement through the creation of product implementation blueprints, product documentation, implementation assets and best practices.

What you'll need

• Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in enterprise architecture, delivering large IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, technical requirements and constraints and customer expectations.
• Deep understanding of system integrations, data-intensive applications, and architectural design, with knowledge of integration technologies, data technology and cloud platforms.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze client needs and infrastructure to develop tailored solutions.
• Proficiency in integration technologies (REST API, JSON, XML, SFTP/FTPS) and cloud platforms (preferably AWS).
• Fluent in English with exceptional communication skills both written and spoken.
• Experience in the Energy & Utilities sector is a significant plus.

What's in it for you

• Flexible work options - Whether you choose Office Mix or Remote First Mix (currently available within certain timezones and locations). We offer country-specific mobility benefits and the ability to work flexible hours. You will be equipped with the best technology for remote work.
• A job with purpose - At Gorilla, we’re not just watching the world change—we’re making it happen! We provide cutting-edge data services to energy retailers, helping them innovate through climate change while keeping the lights on; we’re here to make a big impact and have some fun along the way.
• Remuneration Approach, which is clear and no-nonsense based on your experience and location.
• Core Benefits - Wherever your location, you can expect a generous PTO allowance and health insurance coverage.
• Career Growth opportunities - As Gorilla is growing at an incredible pace, you can leave your mark – growing alongside Gorilla. Lifelong learning is part of our DNA, and we care about your individual dreams and ambitions, beyond just work.
• International Travel - We host Gorilla Company-wide Gatherings, where we all get a chance to see each other in person. Past locations have included Portugal, Amsterdam, and Spain.