Solution Architect - Infrastructure Solutions

Job DescriptionAt Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.We are currently seeking a Solution Architect - Infrastructure Solutions to join our dynamic team in Zagreb, Croatia!The Solution Architect is responsible for developing technically sound and commercially viable infrastructure solutions in support of sales opportunities. The role focuses on applying established reference architectures, standards, and design principles to customer requirements while ensuring alignment with Vertiv’s portfolio, delivery capabilities, and commercial objectives.The Solution Architect operates within defined architectural guardrails and collaborates closely with Sales, Engineering, and Product teams to deliver consistent, high-quality solutions efficiently.What kind of work will you be doing?Solution Development & Presales SupportTranslate customer requirements into solution concepts using approved architectures and standards Develop technical proposals, solution descriptions, and Bills of Material Support Sales with technical input during customer engagements, presentations, and clarifications Application of Standards & ArchitecturesApply Vertiv reference architectures, redundancy models, and design guidelines Ensure solutions align with portfolio positioning, cost models, and delivery constraints Identify deviations from standard architectures and escalate when required Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with internal engineering disciplines (electrical, mechanical, controls, services) Coordinate inputs from internal specialists and support functions Support smooth handover of solutions into execution phases Quality & Risk AwarenessEnsure solutions meet defined technical, compliance, and customer requirements Highlight technical risks, assumptions, and dependencies clearly Support validation against applicable standards (e.g. Tier intent, redundancy philosophy) Continuous ImprovementCapture lessons learned from executed projects Contribute feedback to improve reference designs, tools, and solution guidelines Actively develop technical and commercial understanding of Vertiv’s offeringsWhat will make you successful?Technical degree (Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline) 6-8 years experience in presales, design, or solution engineering in infrastructure / data centre environments Solid understanding of power, cooling, and infrastructure system concepts Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Willingness to travel (~20%)If YOU are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career in a healthy and growing environment!The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIESCustomer FocusOperational ExcellenceHigh-Performance CultureInnovationFinancial StrengthOUR BEHAVIORSOwn ItAct With UrgencyFoster a Customer-First MindsetThink Big and ExecuteLead by ExampleDrive Continuous ImprovementLearn and Seek Out Development