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The solutions architect intervenes when the challenge is to ensure performance regarding the company's services. Their involvement is essential in the current digital transformation context. From design to implementation of software solutions, they are involved in each step, taking care to properly meet the client's needs. They must be able to propose complex solutions and customized offerings.

The Daily Monthly Rate (DMR) of the solutions architect is around £650/day and this rate can vary depending on the profile and experience of the professional. The salary of a solutions architect ranges between £45K and £50K per year, on average.

The solutions architect is an expert whose role is to design, explain and implement solutions adapted to client needs. For each problem, they must find answers and successfully lead the technical vision to success. They always work on IT projects. They are responsible for the overall architecture and implementation of the defined solution. The solutions architect is generally called upon to build complex offerings and advise clients in the transition of their information system. They inform them about project feasibility as well as risks. In an ever-evolving technological context, the solutions architect is the ideal person to enable companies to keep their information system up to date and remain competitive. Their role is crucial for implementing appropriate software solutions. From the preparatory phase to the deployment of the new information system, the solutions architect must have a complete and general vision of the client's technological organization.

The solutions architect's responsibilities are varied. First, they analyze project environment issues. They must oversee all activities and handle the costing of solutions. They will also need to manage the development team. The solutions architect must analyze the overall solution and application architecture. They are also required to support sales teams in writing technical responses and define a solutions strategy adapted to the company. For each company, there must be an established information system, an informational context, and integration requirements. The solutions architect's proposals must align with the company's expectations and operations. Compliance with constraints is also part of the IT architect's main responsibilities. Through specific implementation and particular tools, they will need to build effective solutions, refine the project's allocated budget, and respect various managerial constraints.

The solutions architect position requires excellent technical knowledge to propose an effective IT strategy. They must also have perfect mastery of operating systems and database management, analytical skills, and a systemic vision of information systems. Additionally, the ability to present ideas well is also essential and they must know how to communicate, given that they will have to negotiate with different stakeholders in the company. Therefore, the solutions architect will be able to identify their true needs and analyze risks. The solutions architect must be able to advise, listen, and explain. Their ability to create group dynamics will allow them to achieve their objectives more quickly.

To become a solutions architect, you must have at least a master's degree from engineering schools (networks and IT). You can also complete a master's degree in networks, telecommunications and IT. A solutions architect is also expected to have experience in architecture roles within an operator environment. Therefore, this profession is only accessible to experienced managers with acquired project management skills. It is through this journey that the profile acquires a good understanding of how the company operates, its business activities and workflows. A good solutions architect must above all have a very strong technical knowledge of operating systems, network equipment, and database management systems. Solutions architecture is also a profession that offers opportunities for growth within a constantly evolving and equally complex environment.