Solution Architect – Informatica SaaS Applications
We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect with expertise in Informatica cloud services and SaaS applications to lead the migration of our on-premises Informatica platform to a cloud-based architecture. This role requires a deep understanding of Informatica's SaaS offerings, data integration, and cloud solutions, as well as a proven ability to design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-efficient architectures. This is a hands-on, strategic position that combines technical leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Define the target architecture for migrating on-premises Informatica solutions to Informatica SaaS (Intelligent Cloud Services)
- Develop a comprehensive migration strategy, roadmap, and detailed technical plan
- Ensure that the end-to-end architecture meets business, technical, security, and compliance requirements
- Design scalable, efficient, and secure integration solutions using Informatica SaaS technologies
- Evaluate stakeholder requirements and recommend appropriate Informatica SaaS products (e.g., Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services, Cloud Data Integration, Data Governance)
- Collaborate with data governance and infrastructure teams to establish proper data management protocols
- Lead and oversee the migration of integrations, data pipelines, and workflows from on-premises Informatica platforms to SaaS
- Perform system analysis to identify interdependence and resolve any complexity or incompatibility issues during migration
- Optimize the use of Informatica's cloud capabilities to improve performance and reduce operating costs
- Provide guidance to developers, administrators, and other team members throughout the migration and platform adoption process
- Ensure proper documentation of solution designs, architectures, and migration steps
- Establish best practices for data integration, scalability, and support in the cloud environment
- Act as the main technical point of contact for stakeholders during the SaaS migration journey
- Work closely with business teams to understand future use cases and recommend ongoing improvements
- Partner with Informatica support and product teams to resolve technical challenges
- Conduct proof-of-concept (POC) projects to validate new design ideas
- Identify potential risks in the migration process and implement mitigation strategies
- Validate and test migrated systems to ensure continuity, compliance, and accuracy
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in solution architecture with a focus on data integration and Informatica technologies
- Hands-on experience migrating to Informatica from on-prem to SaaS
- In-depth knowledge of Informatica SaaS solutions (e.g., Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services, Cloud Data Integration, Cloud Application Integration)
- Strong expertise in data migration, ETL processes, and cloud-native architecture
- Familiarity with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Proficiency in APIs, RESTful services, and integrating Informatica with other SaaS platforms
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business language
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Collaborative mindset with experience working in cross-functional teams
- Informatica Cloud/Big Data/MDM certifications
- Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or GCP certifications
Nice to have
- Familiarity with data governance and security best practices
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
