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VP, Principal Solutions Architect & Engineer
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Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States
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Job Description

Division: Technology
Department: IT-Infrastructure
Reports to: SVP, IT Engineering & Architecture Manager
Status: Exempt/Officer
Pay Grade: 13
Salary Range: $123,082 - $177,069
Salary range updated 2/26/2026. Actual compensation within the pay range will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.
Location: Pittsfield, MA - 99 North Street
Purpose/Objective:
The Principal Solutions Architect will design and plan the solution architecture as well as provide oversight, guidance and assistance with hands-on implementation of capabilities across multiple technology domains. The Principal Solutions Architect influences, differentiates, and guides business and technology strategies by establishing the robust technical capabilities that will enable Beacon Bank to deploy plug and play solutions in a rapidly changing ecosystem. The Principal Solutions Architect provides technical leadership to the Infrastructure Engineering team in evaluating new products, solutions, and technologies including hands-on proofs of concepts (POCs) collaborating with business stakeholders, vendor resources, and technology groups within and outside of the Bank.

Key Accountabilities:

TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY: Engage technology vendors to find, evaluate and demonstrate technology platforms that augment and facilitate the Berkshire Bank strategic plan, including direct integration with existing platforms. Work with business stakeholders to find technology opportunities to improve business workflow. Document and design technology and workflow concepts to better communicate business demands and requirements. 25%
SERVICE IMPLEMENTATION: Work with technology vendors throughout the implementation process to assure a smooth launch and transition to IT Support. Document and illustrate technology platform topology and capabilities throughout product implementation. Work directly with Project Management to assure a timely and efficient launch of new technology platforms. 25%
TRAINING AND DOCUMENTATION: Work with IT Infrastructure Support, IT Service Management and IT Corporate Systems to assure a proper transitional handoff from implementation to production and support. Document procedures, designs and topologies, including end-user documentation, to facilitate transitions. 25%
Provide technical and thought leadership to infrastructure and solution engineers, within the Infrastructure Team, to ensure the above accountabilities are appropriately addressed with proper cross-training, resource allocation, and staff development. Primary escalation... For full info follow application link.

Berkshire Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.