Principal Solutions Architect - RFID and Vision

Description

Principal Solutions Architect - RFID, Vision & Automation

Who we are:

At Levata, we solve complex technology challenges by integrating the right hardware, software, and services, backed by expert insight. We connect people, data, and assets with actionable intelligence that drives improvement, sparks innovation, and helps customers achieve what’s next.

We simplify complexity and focus on what matters, providing clear options and delivering real outcomes. As we think big and enable what’s next, we’re committed to creating an environment where your journey is impactful, growth is continuous, and potential is realized.

About the Role:

Principle Solutions Architects take a lead role in shaping complex, outcome-driven solutions that align technology with business value. With deep expertise in RFID, machine vision, fixed industrial scanning, automation, and smart supply chain technologies, this role serves as a trusted advisor helping customers improve operational visibility, accuracy, and efficiency through innovative data capture and automation solutions.

Who we are looking for:

• Deep expertise in RFID technologies, including passive UHF RFID, fixed and handheld readers, antennas, printers, and tag selection.
• Experience with machine vision, fixed industrial scanning, or other industrial automation technologies.
• Strong understanding of warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Ability to translate operational challenges into practical solutions, measurable business outcomes, and ROI.

What You'll Do​

• Take ownership of solution development for complex or strategic customer opportunities, guiding technical direction, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring architectural robustness.
• Partner with Account Managers, technical peers, and service teams to scope, design, and position robust solutions aligned to Levata’s go-to-market strategy.
• Develop comprehensive solution documentation for high-value engagements, including tailored business value justifications and strategic SoWs that reflect complex or cross-domain architectures.
• Facilitate and lead customer discovery workshops, whiteboarding engagements, and technology briefings to shape thinking and uncover deeper requirements.
• Guide the solution handover process into delivery, acting as a technical sponsor during the transition and early stages of execution.
• Contribute to domain leadership for RFID and adjacent automation technologies, contributing to reusable solution offerings, sales enablement, go-to-market strategy, innovation, and knowledge sharing across the broader Solutions Architecture team.
• Act as a technical mentor, providing coaching and peer review to develop the capability and confidence of less experienced Solutions Architects.
• Stay current with evolving technologies, vendor roadmaps, and industry trends relevant to your domain.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 8–10 years of experience in presales, technical consultancy, or architecture roles within a technology provider, systems integrator, or reseller environment.
• Strong track record of customer-facing engagements and solution ownership.
• Relevant vendor or industry training and certifications in RFID, machine vision, industrial automation, or AIDC technologies are preferred.
• Experience working with both professional and managed services models.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts and complex, multi-technology solutions to both technical and business stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

• Passive UHF RFID solution design, deployment, optimization, and troubleshooting
• Experience with RFID platforms such as Zebra Technologies and Impinj
• RFID site surveys, read-zone design, antenna placement, tag selection, POCs, and pilot deployments
• Integration of RFID solutions with WMS, ERP, MES, inventory, asset tracking, or supply chain platforms
• Machine vision, fixed industrial scanning, or industrial imaging technologies such as Zebra or Cognex
• Print-and-apply, industrial printing, PLC integration, conveyor, sortation, robotics, or material-handling environments
• Warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or supply-chain operations
• Development of business cases and ROI models for automation and operational improvement

Travel:

• As applicable, based on team, customer, or business needs.