Service Solution Workshop Designer

Job description

Introduction
The Service Solutions Workshop Designer is a core IBM Designer role. They are responsible for applying IBM Design Thinking during workshop engagements with IBM Services partners. They will be part of the core squads deployed in the targeted Markets to work with top Gold and Platinum Service partners to develop repeatable solutions and managed services around IBM technology.
The Service Solutions Workshop Designer will be assessed on the adoption of IBM Hybrid Cloud and AI technologies across IBM’s Service Partners. This role will require significant collaboration with IBM Ecosystem Leaders, IBM Brand teams and IBM Research. You will work alongside a highly cohesive, fast paced and outcome oriented global team.

Your Role and Responsibilities
A successful candidate in this role will:
·  Utilize IBM Design Thinking, Agile, DevOps, Scrum, and Analytics skills
·  Leverage IBM Design Methodology, frameworks and tools to provide guidance to sponsors, stakeholders, and Partners on joint GTM viability, new solution design, and communicate a comprehensive business case & value proposition.
·  Employ Interactive engagement techniques to draw out client concerns, identify pertinent facts, and develop recommendations.
·  Demonstrate leadership qualities and behaviours in dealing with individuals and multi-functional teams of Partner and IBM Teams
·  Showcase Design domain expertise in providing thought leadership and advisory tailored to the Partner’s needs.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  Strong IBM Hybrid Cloud and AI skills – 10+years
·  Industry acumen: 2+ years
·  IT Architecture experience: 5+ years
·  Knowledge and/or certification in IBM Solution Design method, Architectural Thinking, IBM Garage Method, Lean UX, scaled Agile, and DevOps
·  Proficiency in multiple IBM technologies and product offerings
·  Required:
·  Architecting solutions with IBM HC & AI portfolio (2 yrs)
·  IT Architect experience (5 yrs)
·  Sales (2yrs)

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

·  Consulting experience
·  Industry experience
·  Certifications