Solution Architect, Student - Remote Opportunity in Higher Education Technology

Join the Leader in Education Technology as a Solution Architect, Student

Shape the future of education with Anthology, a pioneer in the EdTech ecosystem! We're seeking a talented Solution Architect, Student to join our dynamic team remotely. As a subject matter expert and business process technologist, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing our student information system (SIS), Anthology Student. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your technical expertise and business acumen to drive success in higher education.

About Anthology

Anthology is the largest EdTech ecosystem globally, supporting over 150 million users in 80 countries. Our mission is to provide dynamic, data-informed experiences to the global education community, empowering learners and educators to achieve their goals. We believe in the power of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to making diversity, inclusion, and belonging a foundational part of our hiring practices and company culture.

The Opportunity

As a Solution Architect, Student, you will work closely with our team to manage the overall solution design and implementation of Anthology Student. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing critical guidance and support from presales through the remainder of the project lifecycle, including process reengineering and integration design
• Facilitating solution design/blueprinting sessions and documentation based on industry best practices
• Identifying and implementing solutions to solve customer problems
• Guiding the implementation team with data conversion quality, configuration, functional design documentation, and user acceptance testing
• Managing shared responsibility of Functional and Technical teams during implementation to ensure solutions and modifications are designed with integrity and documentation is adhered to
• Playing a vital role in translation between Functional and Technical teams
• Following the prescribed Anthology implementation methodology and tools, understanding the key activities and deliverables for client engagement and internal projects
• Driving continuous process improvement in the implementation methodology and best practices
• Conducting in-progress project reviews to ensure compliance with project goals and operability of solution
• Working with the project team to manage the quality of the deliverable throughout the project lifecycle
• Taking ownership and responsibility for overall project success
• Coaching and mentoring Implementation Consultants to further their professional growth and development
• Participating in after-hour meetings with management and clients, as needed

This role requires approximately 75% travel, providing opportunities to work with customers and stakeholders across the globe.

The Candidate

To succeed as a Solution Architect, Student, you will need:

Essential Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in higher education
• At least 5 years working with project teams in software installation, configuration, customization, or implementation
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Demonstrated experience conducting presentations, in-person training sessions, and/or online/webcast training
• Demonstrated experience in data management and transformation or intermediate experience with Excel (Power Query and Power Pivot)
• Adaptability to quickly learn new technologies to explain all Anthology products and services
• Software troubleshooting skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven effective listening skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and matrixed environment
• Proven track record of building customer relationships, persuading and influencing decisions, and overcoming objections
• Highly developed networking skills to establish strong internal relationships to achieve results
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education with a focus on business process modeling, technical writing, and software implementation
• Relational database management experience, including queries, reporting, and administration (SQL, ODATA)
• Understanding of business intelligence tools, MS Power BI

Career Growth and Learning Benefits

At Anthology, we invest in our employees' growth and development. As a Solution Architect, Student, you will have opportunities to:

• Develop your technical and business skills through training and mentorship programs
• Advance your career within the company, with opportunities for promotion and role change
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team of professionals
• Contribute to the development of innovative solutions that transform the education sector

Work Environment and Company Culture

Anthology is a remote-friendly company that values flexibility and work-life balance. Our culture is built on:

• Diversity, inclusion, and belonging
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Innovation and creativity
• Customer-centricity and empathy

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $83,000 - $100,000 per year, depending on experience. Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Conclusion

If you're a motivated and experienced professional looking to shape the future of education, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Solution Architect, Student. Join our team and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that transform the education sector.

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