Senior Solution Architect

COMPANY Propel Software transforms the way product companies work. Our product value management platform connects commercial and product teams to optimize decision making, drive process efficiencies, and engage customers with compelling products and experiences. Propel has a proven track record of improving product quality, speeding time to revenue and profit, and improving customer satisfaction. Recognized as a Deloitte Technology Fast 500 winner and one of Fortune’s Most Innovative Companies in America, Propel is built on Salesforce and drives product success for hyper growth startups, corporate pioneers, and Fortune 500 leaders in the high tech, medtech and consumer goods industries. Role We're looking for a Senior Solution Architect to join our Professional Services team, with specialized expertise in leading migration projects for PLM systems. This is a pivotal role where you'll lead complex implementation projects for new and existing customers, ensuring seamless migrations of legacy PLM systems including processes and data while delivering exceptional customer outcomes. You'll be the technofunctional expert who transforms and maps years of engineering processes and supporting data—Parts, BOMs, CAD files, change orders, quality records, and more—into efficient workflows within the Propel platform leading to optimal UX and healthy adoption. What You'll Do Lead Legacy System Migration Projects Architect and execute large-scale migrations from legacy PLM/PDM/QMS systems (Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA, Agile PLM, and more) to the Propel platform Facilitate business process workshops to map, design, and solution legacy process workflows in Propel by leveraging best practices and supported product and platform capabilities. Lead data mapping sessions to extend Propel data model to support inbound source systems and integration to downstream. Drive Project Success Spearhead multiple client implementation projects concurrently, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with high customer satisfaction Collaborate with System Integrator (SI) partners to architect and execute innovative solutions Conduct business process workshops to map customer requirements to Propel's capabilities, recommending optimal configurations Provide Expert Consulting Deliver high-level PLM and QMS business process consulting, influencing strategic decisions across diverse manufacturing industries Advise customers on integrating Propel with CAD systems (CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo) and ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) Act as the subject matter expert (SME) in data mapping and migration best practices and system optimization Configure & Customize Use Salesforce platform tools and Propel configuration capabilities to architect and optimize solution setup for client needs Design, develop, and deploy custom components, utilities, and integrations in collaboration with third-party solution providers Support Business Growth Prepare compelling product demos and accurately scope data migration efforts for prospective clients Contribute to the refinement of Propel's service offerings based on field insights What You Bring Must-Haves: 10+ years of hands-on experience with PLM or QMS systems, including multiple full-cycle implementations and system migrations Deep expertise in business process design, mapping, and solutioning from systems like Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA, Agile PLM, Aras, or legacy PDM platforms. Demonstrated capability in detailed project planning, executive communication, and team leadership. Proven ability to create and deliver engaging and effective learning experiences, both synchronously and asynchronously. Experience with database management (Oracle, SQL Server) and understanding of data structures in PLM and QMS environments Proven project management skills with the ability to deliver complex migrations on tight timelines Outstanding communication skills—you can explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Industry knowledge in manufacturing, medical devices, high-tech electronics, or semiconductor sectors Nice-to-Haves: Experience with Salesforce platform or solutions built on Salesforce Knowledge of BOM management (EBOM/MBOM), change management (ECOs/ECNs), and quality processes (CAPA, NCR) Familiarity with CAD integrations and Workgroup Manager tools Experience with IPaSS or middleware platforms or similar integration tools Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 13485, ITAR, GDPR) Authorization to work in the United States is required; please note that at this time, Propel is not sponsoring visas for any positions. Additional Info Location: This is a remote position that can be done from anywhere in the US. Employees local to the Bay Area are encourage to work onsite 2 - 3 days per week. Equal Opportunity: Propel is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace where different perspectives are valued and every voice is heard. We’re dedicated to pursuing and hiring a talented and diverse workforce. Privacy: For details on how we protect your information when you apply, please see our Privacy Notice . If you are a California-resident, please read our California Privacy Notice here . E-Verify: Propel is an E-Verify employer and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information please visit E-Verify .