Solution Architect Lead

Solution Architect Lead – Rockwell Automation Join to apply for the Solution Architect Lead role at Rockwell Automation . Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees, we empower problem solvers to make the world better every day. We welcome makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers looking for a place to do their best work. If that’s you, we would love to have you join us Job Description We are looking for a dynamic Team Leader to build and mentor our Domain Expert team in South Africa. This role is essential to driving the technical and commercial success of Rockwell Automation within the region. You are a senior professional with deep technical expertise and team‑leadership experience. You will empower your team of experts, align partners—including sales, global product teams, and channel partners—and promote a compelling vision to maximize market impact and customer satisfaction. The Responsibilities – You Will Do Lead a high‑performing team of Domain Experts, promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and accountability. Oversee the team's technical and commercial skill development, ensuring they maintain the best competencies. Empower and motivate the team to achieve challenging targets and company priorities. Align and influence with all contributors, including sales leadership, global product teams, and system integrators, to execute a cohesive business strategy. Promote communication between the South African team, the commercial sales team, and Global Product Teams, ensuring experience establishing communication and engagement with prospects and strategic alignment. Facilitate collaboration across the matrixed organization to resolve complex issues and increase regional growth. Leverage personal and team expertise to explain the value and difference of the Rockwell Automation portfolio, supporting main customer pursuits and strategic opportunities. Guide the team in analyzing competitive landscapes and provide feedback on product gaps and development needs to the global teams. Lead the launch of new products and technologies within the region, ensuring the sales team and channel partners are equipped and enabled. The Essentials – You Will Have Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technical field, or equivalent experience. Minimum 10 years of related experience. Experience in a technical leadership or team management role. Technical and application expertise in automation/industrial control systems with direct commercial or customer‑facing experience. Experience establishing communication and engagement with prospects, with fluency in English. Understanding of business models, go‑to‑market strategies, and outcome‑based selling. What We Offer Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm. Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees. Company volunteer and donation matching program – your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation. Employee Assistance Program. Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program. On-demand digital course library for professional development. Other local benefits. At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles. Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office. Location: City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. #J-18808-Ljbffr