[Hiring] Solution Architect @Certa

Role Description

The Solution Architect is the primary functional lead on Certa implementations, sitting at the intersection of business consulting and technical delivery. You'll translate complex client requirements into scalable platform solutions, own the solution design from discovery through go-live, and serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders ranging from procurement leads and risk officers to CIOs and CPOs. It's a high-impact, client-facing role for an experienced consultant who combines deep domain expertise in TPRM, vendor management, or procurement with hands-on implementation skills and a passion for solving complex operational challenges through technology.

What You'll Do

• Lead solution design & delivery: Lead end-to-end solution design for Certa implementations, translating client TPRM frameworks, risk processes, and business requirements into scalable, best-practice configurations, and own the solution blueprint and technical design documentation for each engagement.
• Configure & integrate: Design and build workflow automation, intake forms, approval routing, risk scoring models, reporting, and integration patterns (APIs, SSO/SAML, ERPs, GRC tools, procurement systems), driving to a high-quality, on-time go-live.
• Advise clients: Lead discovery workshops and requirements-gathering sessions across procurement, compliance, legal, IT, and risk, acting as a trusted advisor on TPRM, supplier onboarding, and procurement automation best practices, and facilitating process-mapping and gap-analysis exercises.
• Manage the engagement: Manage client expectations proactively around scope, feasibility, and trade-offs, and produce high-quality solution documentation, configuration guides, and knowledge-transfer materials that enable long-term client self-sufficiency.
• Mentor & build the practice: Support and mentor junior Implementation Consultants through technical guidance and design reviews, and contribute reusable accelerators, templates, and playbooks while staying current on platform releases and emerging TPRM, ESG, and procurement trends.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in TPRM, vendor/supplier management, procurement, GRC, or supply chain operations.
• Solid understanding of the enterprise vendor lifecycle (onboarding, due diligence, risk assessment, contract management, off-boarding).
• Familiarity with frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, or DORA.
• 3+ years of hands-on implementation consulting delivering enterprise SaaS or workflow automation.
• Proven track record leading full-cycle implementations from discovery through go-live at complex enterprise clients.
• Proficiency configuring no-code/low-code workflow or BPM platforms (Certa, Appian, Pega, Salesforce, or ServiceNow).
• Working knowledge of integration patterns (REST APIs, webhooks, SSO/SAML, data import/export).
• Ability to read JSON/XML (basic scripting or query experience a plus).
• Awareness of the TPRM/procurement technology landscape (Coupa, Ariba, ServiceNow, Archer, OneTrust, or comparable).
• Proficiency with project and documentation tooling (JIRA, Confluence, Visio, Lucidchart, or equivalents).
• Exceptional communicator who translates technical concepts for business stakeholders.
• Structured analytical thinker comfortable with ambiguity.
• Highly organized and self-directed in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.
• Client-centric commitment to delivering value and building long-term trusted relationships.

Requirements

• Top of market salary + bonuses and equity.
• 49 days paid time off.
• PTO, full benefits, retirement and wellness plans.
• Professional development support, remote workspace setup bonus.
• Annual company offsites in exciting locations around the world.

Location

Certa is a remote-first company and we hire globally. We believe strongly in each team member working from the location that they choose. Should Certers wish to meet and work in person, they have 3 lively office locations they can travel to:

• London
• San Francisco
• Jaipur

Why Certa

• Certa was named a Leader in the inaugural 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Third-Party Risk Management Tools.
• We've been honored across the analyst and awards landscape, including Top Tech and Customer Value distinctions in The Hackett Group's 2026 Risk Management SolutionMap.
• Certa was named one of Forbes' Best Startup Employers in the US.
• We've processed over 10 million entities for 100,000+ users across 120+ countries.
• We're well-funded by leading investors including Fin Capital, Vertex Ventures, and Point72 Ventures.

We're excited to meet you!