Principal Solution Architect

STX Next is a leading international digital engineering consultancy with over 21 years of experience delivering advanced software solutions. We specialize in artificial intelligence, data engineering, and cloud infrastructure, combining cutting-edge technologies with strong user - experience and product-design expertise. Our teams have successfully delivered 1,000+ projects for clients worldwide, supported by 500+ engineers across delivery centers in Poland and Mexico. Today, STX Next helps organizations innovate, scale, and achieve measurable business outcomes through AI-driven, cloud-native solutions that address complex technology challenges.

up to 110 000 Euro annually 

As Principal Solution Architect, you will be the senior technical voice in client engagements, working closely with our Country Manager in DACH to translate our clients’ business needs into scalable, high-impact technical strategies and solutions. You will guide customers  through their AI, data, and cloud transformation journeys -shaping solutions that win trust, drive adoption, and deliver measurable value.

While the role begins as an individual-contributor position, it offers a clear opportunity to build and lead a local team of technical experts as our presence in the region grows.

• Lead technical discovery and design innovative solutions across AI, data, and cloud domains.

• Act as a trusted advisor to client executives, connecting technology strategy to business value.

• Shape and present proposals, architectures, and proofs of concept that differentiate STX Next in competitive pursuits.

• Deliver workshops and enablement sessions with other STX Next experts and technology partners that align with our mission at the client

• Collaborate with our delivery teams  to scope, price, and mobilize projects aligned with client needs.

• Provide technical validation and solution assurance during all stages of client engagement 

• Build relationships with key technology partners (AWS, Azure, GCP, and EU-sovereign cloud providers like STACKIT and Cloudferro).

• Contribute to thought leadership in the region—through client workshops, public speaking, and published insights.

• Champion a consultative, outcome-driven approach that aligns with STX Next’s AI and data strategy.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in software or infrastructure engineering, solution architecture, pre-sales engineering, or technology consulting.

• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), data engineering pipelines, and AI/ML solutions.

• Mature understanding of AI technology, agentic solutions, coding assistants, the wider technology landscape and implications to the customer’s organisation

• Proven experience designing multi-cloud or hybrid infrastructure and platform architectures in enterprise environments.

• Strong familiarity with security, compliance, and data-governance requirements—especially in regulated industries.

• Excellent presentation and communication skills in German and English (C1 or higher).

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to building a growth business. .

• Willingness to travel across Germany and Switzerland to meet clients and partners.

How We'll Measure Your Success

• Contribution to local business evolution in DACH measured in revenue growth across the year.

• Client and internal peer network feedback.

• Quality and feasibility of solution architectures delivered to clients as measured through winning the business and a sustainable delivery execution.

• Active participation in regional thought-leadership initiatives and partner ecosystems.

• Establishment of a foundation for a future local technical team.

What We Offer

• Work anywhere from germany.
• Competitive compensation and annual performance bonus.
• Opportunity to shape STX Next’s technical presence in one of our most strategic markets.
• Collaboration with global leaders across the USA, UK, Poland, and Mexico.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits.
• Participation in international conferences and events.
• A culture focused on innovation, AI adoption, and continuous learning.