Senior Client Architect - US

Senior Client Architect

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Client Architecture Engineer to join our Technology & Innovation Architecture and Standards organization. This role is integral to ensuring the seamless integration and management of both client and server environments in support of software development operations for Siemens DI SW. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in system administration and hardware standards, developing strategies and roadmaps, and leveraging configuration management tools to optimize both client and server resources on-premises and within public cloud.

You will be responsible for driving the client strategy and management of the landscape, including defining and managing hardware and software standards for laptops and desktops, along with developing and executing roadmaps that align with the needs of the SW engineering teams. You will play a key role in managing the configuration of client and server resources and in leading automation efforts that enhance the overall management and efficiency of these environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Architecture Strategy: Develop and define the architecture strategy for client environments that aligns with company objectives, engineering workflows, and evolving technologies.
• Automation and Management Solutions: Utilize a variety of configuration management tools and automation frameworks to streamline the management of client and server systems. You will define and implement best practices for automated provisioning, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Configuration Management: Lead the configuration management of both client and server resources, ensuring consistent and standardized environments across all systems. Includes defining, implementing, and maintaining configuration baselines for these environments. Also leading efforts to define the roadmap and strategy for management of both Linux and Windows resources within Active Directory and Entra Domain Services.
• Hardware Standards: Assist in establishing and maintaining hardware standards for laptops and desktops, ensuring that these systems meet the performance, security, and scalability requirements of the organization.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with software engineering teams, IT support staff, security teams, and infrastructure architects to ensure seamless integration and adherence to IT standards and policies.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Provide level 3 escalation support and troubleshooting for issues related to client and server configurations, hardware issues, and deployment challenges.
• Documentation and Reporting: Document architectural decisions, configuration baselines, processes, and standards. Create and maintain clear reports and dashboards to provide transparency into client architecture, roadmap progress, and key metrics.
• Technology Evaluation: Continuously evaluate emerging hardware, software, and configuration management tools to ensure the organization is using the most effective solutions available.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of proven experience in client architecture and configuration management within enterprise environments, preferably supporting software development or IT operations.
• Strong expertise in managing client environments (laptops and desktops) and server environments, Windows, Linux, and Mac.
• Hands-on experience with configuration management solutions such as Tanium, SCCM, Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or similar tools.
• Experience in use of various scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or similar for task automation and environment management.
• Experience developing and maintaining client hardware standards, and familiarity with designing and executing client hardware strategies.
• Knowledge of client and server architectures, operating systems, and best practices for managing configurations at scale, using both Active Directory and Entra Domain Services.
• Strong understanding of automation frameworks and the role they play in managing and optimizing IT environments.
• Experience with system provisioning and deployment automation, and understanding of how these processes impact the broader engineering workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud-based infrastructure management or hybrid environments (e.g., Azure, AWS).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong project management skills and experience with Agile methodologies.
• Certification(s) related to OS administration, configuration management tools, and cloud use. (e.g., MCSA, MCSE, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Admin Associate (SC-300), Microsoft Certified: Azure Admin Associate (AZ-104), Red Hat Certified Engineer, Linux Foundation Cert Eng, AWS Cert. Sol. Arch.,…).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to understand both current and future needs.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

*Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software.

A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

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The salary range for this position is $126,100 to $227,000 and this role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate’s work location as well as additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: www.benefitsquickstart.com. In addition, this position is eligible for time off in accordance with Company policies, including paid sick leave, paid parental leave, PTO (for non-exempt employees) or non-accrued flexible vacation (for exempt employees).

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