Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business.

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco. Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?

We are adaptable and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. The RegionalSenior Solutions Architect, Data and AI is a client-facing strategist and pre-sales leader who helps organizations define and execute their modern data journey. Aligned to Trace3’s Central Region and working closely with the corporate Data & Analytics practice, this individual will play a pivotal role in shaping client outcomes, driving pipeline growth, and contributing to Trace3’s go-to-market success.

This senior-level role blends deep technical mastery in data architecture and engineering and AI with the business acumen to influence executive strategy, design scalable architectures, and connect technology decisions to business value. The ideal candidate moves effortlessly between whiteboarding a data platform design, presenting a modernization roadmap to executives, and helping regional sales teams capture and advance opportunities. Serve as a trusted data and AI advisor to enterprise clients, guiding strategy, modernization, and platform transformation through consultative, outcome-based engagement.

Evaluate enterprise data warehouse, lakehouse, and analytics architectures for feasibility, scalability, risk,



and alignment with organizational goals. Evaluate enterprise AI strategies, harness, and guardrails architecture for feasibility, scalability, risk, and alignment with organizational goals. Design and recommend modern data architectures across cloud and hybrid ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks, Synapse, BigQuery, etc.).

Develop and deliver executive-ready presentations, proposals, Statements of Work (SOWs), and technical documentation that clearly communicate Trace3’s value and differentiation. Partner with the Data & Analytics and AI practice to refine GTM strategy, offerings, and practice positioning for the Cetral region. Drive pipeline creation and growth through proactive client engagement, opportunity qualification, and strategic pursuit support.

Build and maintain referenceable client relationships, ensuring long-term trust and measurable outcomes. Provide mentorship and enablement to regional architects, advisors, and account teams to elevate technical competency and sales effectiveness. Contribute to Trace3’s market presence through public speaking, events, and content development that reinforce thought leadership. 10+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or analytics platform design, with at least 3-5 years in a pre-sales, client advisory, or consulting capacity. ~ Deep expertise in data architecture and engineering, including data modeling, ingestion pipelines (ETL/ELT), integration frameworks, and performance optimization. ~ Proven ability to evaluate, modernize, and architect enterprise data platforms across on-prem and cloud environments. ~ Hands-on proficiency with modern data technologies such as Snowflake, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Synapse, BigQuery, or similar.



~ Strong working knowledge of data governance, observability, analytics enablement, and adjacent technology domains (Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security). ~ Demonstrated success driving pipeline and supporting sales cycles from opportunity qualification and solution design through proposal, presentation, and closure. ~ Exceptional executive communication, storytelling, and relationship-building ~ Experience creating high-quality deliverables including architecture diagrams, proposals, and Statements of Work. ~ Strong business acumen and ability to connect data investments to tangible business outcomes and ROI. ~ Familiarity with AI/ML applications and their integration into modern data ecosystems is preferred. ~ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field. ~ Relevant certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP Architect, Snowflake SnowPro, Databricks Certified Data Engineer, TOGAF, etc.) Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs.

Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary. Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents ~401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability ~ Training and development programs ~ Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages ~ We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, f"osters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.

We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

📌 Regional Senior Solutions Architect | Data & Ai (Denver, Co) (Quinte West)
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