Senior Systems Solutions Architect – Cloud, Virtualization & AI (Remote – Califo

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Senior Systems Solutions Architect – Cloud, Virtualization & AI (Remote – California)

Full-Time, Part-Time, or Contract | Competitive Compensation + Professional Development

About GigaKOM

For more than 20 years, GigaKOM has delivered enterprise-level IT solutions to California K–12 school districts, higher education institutions, state and local government agencies, and commercial organizations. Through partnerships with leading manufacturers and technology providers, we design and deliver secure, scalable infrastructure solutions that support mission-critical environments.

As organizations continue modernizing their infrastructure, cloud platforms, identity, and data capabilities, GigaKOM is expanding its architecture and consulting capabilities. We are seeking a Senior Systems Solutions Architect to design, support, and optimize enterprise environments across Microsoft cloud services, virtualization systems, enterprise infrastructure, and emerging AI-driven technologies.

This role combines solution architecture, systems engineering, client consulting, and ongoing infrastructure support to help organizations modernize, secure, and optimize their IT environments.

Location

Remote – California

This is a fully remote position supporting client environments across California.

Position Overview

The Senior Systems Solutions Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting modern enterprise infrastructure solutions that integrate cloud services, virtualization platforms, AI-enabled technologies, identity and access management, and core enterprise systems.

This role works closely with sales teams, engineers, and client stakeholders to evaluate current environments, architect scalable solutions, support client infrastructure, and guide organizations through modernization initiatives.

In addition to solution design, this position will support client systems, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, and ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability across deployed environments.

The ideal candidate is both a strategic architect and a hands-on technologist with deep experience across Microsoft technologies (Azure, Microsoft Entra ID), virtualization platforms, and enterprise server environments.

What You’ll Do

Design Cloud, Identity & Hybrid Infrastructure Solutions

Architect and design hybrid and cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and related services
Design and implement identity and access solutions using Microsoft Entra ID (authentication, SSO, conditional access, MFA)
Develop infrastructure strategies supporting scalability, resilience, and security
Guide organizations through cloud migration, modernization, and optimization initiatives
Design high-availability architectures for mission-critical workloads

Data Center Solution Design & Architecture

Lead the design of end-to-end, enterprise-grade data center solutions that are scalable, secure, resilient, and cost-optimized across compute, storage, networking, virtualization, backup, and hybrid/multi-cloud environments.
Translate business and technical requirements into future-ready architecture, aligning solutions with client digital transformation goals, operational models, and long-term technology strategies.
Architect and integrate multi-vendor solutions leveraging Cisco, HPE, Dell EMC, VMware, Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Veeam, ensuring seamless interoperability and optimal technology selection.
Develop high-level and low-level designs (HLD/LLD), architecture diagrams, and solution blueprints covering scalability, performance, availability, and integration points.
Ensure alignment with industry best practices, security standards, and vendor reference architectures, while optimizing total cost of ownership (TCO) and risk mitigation.
Incorporate hybrid cloud, automation, and modern infrastructure principles (HCI, SDDC, orchestration) to enhance agility, operational efficiency, and service reliability.

Virtualization & Modern Infrastructure Design

Architect virtualization platforms including VMware and Hyper-V (and related tooling)
Design solutions for compute, storage, backup/recovery, and enterprise server infrastructure
Support modernization of legacy systems into hybrid or cloud environments
Optimize performance and resource utilization across virtualized environments

AI & Advanced Technology Integration

Evaluate opportunities to integrate AI-driven services, automation, and intelligent data platforms
Design infrastructure capable of supporting AI-related workloads, analytics, and modern applications
Consult with clients on AI readiness, governance considerations, and infrastructure requirements
Integrate automation capabilities into enterprise IT strategies

Client Infrastructure Support

Support deployed infrastructure solutions for client environments
Troubleshoot issues related to servers, virtualization platforms, storage, identity, and cloud services
Monitor system health and implement updates, patches, and performance optimizations
Ensure system security, reliability, and availability across client environments
Provide technical guidance and escalation support to clients and internal teams

Client Consulting & Technical Leadership

Conduct discovery sessions to understand business and technical requirements
Develop architecture diagrams, solution documentation, and implementation strategies
Present technical recommendations to CIOs, IT Directors, and executive stakeholders
Serve as a trusted technical advisor guiding long-term technology roadmaps

Collaboration & Solution Development

Partner with sales teams on solution architecture and technical validation
Contribute to proposals, RFP responses, and strategic technology planning
Support proof-of-concept initiatives and pilot deployments
Work closely with engineering teams to ensure successful implementation

Documentation & Continuous Innovation

Develop technical documentation, architecture guides, and operational procedures
Monitor emerging technologies in cloud services, virtualization, identity, and AI platforms
Recommend improvements and modernization opportunities for client environments
Contribute to internal best practices and knowledge sharing

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
6+ years of experience designing and supporting enterprise IT infrastructure solutions
Strong expertise with Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server and Microsoft Azure
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including identity governance and security controls
Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware and/or Hyper-V
Experience supporting enterprise servers, storage, backup/recovery, and hybrid environments
Strong understanding of system architecture, networking fundamentals, and security best practices
Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills
Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Preferred

Experience supporting California SLED (State, Local Government, and Education) clients
Certifications such as Microsoft Azure Architect, Microsoft identity/security certifications, VMware certifications, or equivalent
Experience supporting enterprise-scale or multi-client environments