Senior Solutions Architect at Workato

Palo Alto, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

  • (Not explicitly listed in provided job description)

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth technical and functional analysis of competitor integration and automation platforms (e.g., Boomi, MuleSoft, Oracle Middleware, IBM, TIBCO, etc.), identifying strengths, weaknesses, unique selling propositions, and architectural nuances
  • Perform hands-on technical evaluations, build proof-of-concepts, and simulate complex use cases to accurately assess competitive capabilities and limitations
  • Monitor market trends, new product releases, and competitive movements within the integration, automation, and AI/Agentic spaces
  • Develop detailed competitive battlecards, whitepapers, and enablement materials for internal teams (Sales, Solutions Engineering, Product, Marketing) to articulate Workato's differentiation and competitive advantages
  • Present competitive findings and strategic recommendations to executive leadership, product management, and sales teams
  • Translate competitive technical findings into clear, concise, and compelling narratives that resonate with both technical and business audiences
  • Collaborate closely with Product Management and Engineering to influence product roadmap decisions based on competitive insights and market gaps
  • Partner with Marketing to develop competitive messaging and positioning for external communications
  • Provide expert guidance and support to the Sales and Solutions Engineering teams in competitive deal cycles, acting as a subject matter expert on competitor platforms
  • Assist the Architecture & Enablement Strategy teams with project management and coordination activities for key strategic initiatives
  • Define and refine project plans for critical programs within Customer Success, ensuring clear objectives, timelines, and resource allocation
  • Support coordination with multiple cross-functional teams across Workato to ensure seamless execution of customer success initiatives
  • Support the definition and operationalization of advanced enablement programs, such as the Black Belt program and teams, leveraging competitive insights to shape their content and focus areas

Skills

Solutions Architecture
Competitive Analysis
Boomi
MuleSoft
Oracle Middleware
IBM
TIBCO
Integration Platforms
Automation Platforms
Enterprise Orchestration

Workato

Cloud-based automation and integration platform

About Workato

Workato provides a cloud-based platform for automating and integrating business processes using artificial intelligence. The platform helps organizations improve efficiency by unifying integration and automation, which reduces the complexity of using multiple tools and helps eliminate data silos. Workato's features include automated ticket escalation, threat detection, compliance management, and support for remote work, making it suitable for businesses of all sizes. The company operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to access its services for a recurring fee, which supports steady revenue growth. A standout feature, AI@Work, enables users to create intelligent systems by incorporating AI into their operations, making technology more accessible and facilitating business transformation. Workato's platform is designed to adapt to changing business needs while lowering operational costs and speeding up the implementation of integrations and automations.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$403.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements
EAP
Health insurance
Stock options
Professional development
PTO
Company events & recreation time

Risks

Emerging AI-driven platforms may erode Workato's market share with competitive pricing.
Rapid AI advancements require Workato to invest heavily in R&D to stay competitive.
Economic downturns could reduce client spending on Workato's subscription services.

Differentiation

Workato offers AI-driven automation with a focus on security and governance.
The platform supports low-code/no-code integrations, empowering non-technical users.
Workato's Virtual Private Workato caters to highly regulated industries with stringent security needs.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven automation in healthcare boosts Workato's market potential.
Hybrid work models increase the need for Workato's remote work helpdesk features.
Rising interest in low-code/no-code platforms aligns with Workato's AI@Work feature.

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