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When you join Verizon, you want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a forward-thinking, customer-centric Solution Architect specializing in Customer Experience. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Unified Communications and Voice Security. This role is pivotal in modernizing and transforming how we design and deliver solutions that address complex communication challenges for our diverse customer base.
This position is more than just a technical role; it is about driving innovation, creating impactful customer engagements, and enabling tangible business outcomes through cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and next-generation digital channels. This role will be a cornerstone in driving solution innovations, technical leadership, and revenue growth across our Customer Experience (CEx) portfolio.
What we’re looking for...
- Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert in Voice Security technologies, providing credible and innovative solutions to internal and external stakeholders.
-
Solution Design: Translate customer business requirements into comprehensive, end-to-end technology architectures and actionable solution designs.
-
Take designs through the approval processes (Peer Review, SOAR, DLM…)
- Create both internal and external documentation on the design that can be used as part of the selling motion (external) and for the hand-off to the implementation teams (Internal)
- Sales Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the CEx Specialist Sellers and Core account teams to shape and deliver sellable and implementable solutions, ensuring alignment with our internal processes and standards.
- Demonstrations and Workshops: Deliver engaging live demonstrations and technical workshops that showcase our portfolio's capabilities and value proposition.
- Trusted Advisor: Act as a trusted advisor to customers by deeply understanding their communication needs and aligning technology solutions with their desired business outcomes.
-
Area of Expertise: Maintain a primary area of expertise while cultivating broad technical knowledge across key platforms and vendors.
-
Primary technology / vendor will be Verizon branded VIAA, SecureLogix, etc.
- While a primary area of expertise is needed, it is critical for the role to have foundational knowledge of the entire CEx portfolio.
- Technology Exploration: Continuously explore and assess emerging technologies (e.g., conversational AI, digital service, analytics, voice and video communications) to enhance customer engagement strategies.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product Engineering, Sales, Consulting, Product, Technology Solutions) to contribute to solution strategy and business development efforts.
- Documentation: Create high-quality solution documentation, including architectural diagrams, proposals, and presentations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.
- Four or more years of experience in Architecture design and implementation.
- Proven experience as a Solution Architect or Sales Engineer in the Voice Security space.
- Ability to understand and align solutions with different market segments and audiences. Understands both business and technical aspects, as well as different sales motions for various market segments and their specific audiences.
- Demonstrated expertise in Voice Security (e.g. VIAA, SecureLogix, etc.)
- Strong understanding of cloud communications, telephony, SIP, IVR, omnichannel routing, workforce engagement, and customer experience design.
- Familiarity with AI-driven tools such as chatbots, virtual agents, and Natural Language Understanding (NLU) platforms.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Expertise in government compliance and contracting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering.
- Two or more years of experience developing and implementing business strategies.
- Two or more years of experience incorporating design thinking into problem solving.
- Industry certifications.
- Experience with integrations, APIs, and cloud-native services.
- Exposure to Agile solution delivery and DevOps practices.
Continuous Learning and Innovation Focus
This role emphasizes continuous learning and innovation. Candidates are highly encouraged and supported in pursuing and maintaining relevant industry certifications, participating in emerging technology training, and contributing to our internal knowledge-sharing culture.
Success Metrics
- Quality and completeness of solution designs.
- Customer satisfaction with technical engagements.
- Revenue growth influenced by technical leadership.
- Certification and professional development milestones.
- Internal stakeholder collaboration and feedback.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
LOCATION
In this mobile role, you'll primarily work from customer or field location(s), with occasional visits to a Verizon location for in-person training and meetings.
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours. The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $124,500.00 - $239,000.00.
INTRODUCTION
When you join Verizon, you want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a forward-thinking, customer-centric Solution Architect specializing in Customer Experience. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Unified Communications and Voice Security. This role is pivotal in modernizing and transforming how we design and deliver solutions that address complex communication challenges for our diverse customer base.
This position is more than just a technical role; it is about driving innovation, creating impactful customer engagements, and enabling tangible business outcomes through cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and next-generation digital channels. This role will be a cornerstone in driving solution innovations, technical leadership, and revenue growth across our Customer Experience (CEx) portfolio.
What we’re looking for...
- Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert in Voice Security technologies, providing credible and innovative solutions to internal and external stakeholders.
-
Solution Design: Translate customer business requirements into comprehensive, end-to-end technology architectures and actionable solution designs.
-
Take designs through the approval processes (Peer Review, SOAR, DLM…)
- Create both internal and external documentation on the design that can be used as part of the selling motion (external) and for the hand-off to the implementation teams (Internal)
- Sales Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the CEx Specialist Sellers and Core account teams to shape and deliver sellable and implementable solutions, ensuring alignment with our internal processes and standards.
- Demonstrations and Workshops: Deliver engaging live demonstrations and technical workshops that showcase our portfolio's capabilities and value proposition.
- Trusted Advisor: Act as a trusted advisor to customers by deeply understanding their communication needs and aligning technology solutions with their desired business outcomes.
-
Area of Expertise: Maintain a primary area of expertise while cultivating broad technical knowledge across key platforms and vendors.
-
Primary technology / vendor will be Verizon branded VIAA, SecureLogix, etc.
- While a primary area of expertise is needed, it is critical for the role to have foundational knowledge of the entire CEx portfolio.
- Technology Exploration: Continuously explore and assess emerging technologies (e.g., conversational AI, digital service, analytics, voice and video communications) to enhance customer engagement strategies.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product Engineering, Sales, Consulting, Product, Technology Solutions) to contribute to solution strategy and business development efforts.
- Documentation: Create high-quality solution documentation, including architectural diagrams, proposals, and presentations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.
- Four or more years of experience in Architecture design and implementation.
- Proven experience as a Solution Architect or Sales Engineer in the Voice Security space.
- Ability to understand and align solutions with different market segments and audiences. Understands both business and technical aspects, as well as different sales motions for various market segments and their specific audiences.
- Demonstrated expertise in Voice Security (e.g. VIAA, SecureLogix, etc.)
- Strong understanding of cloud communications, telephony, SIP, IVR, omnichannel routing, workforce engagement, and customer experience design.
- Familiarity with AI-driven tools such as chatbots, virtual agents, and Natural Language Understanding (NLU) platforms.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Expertise in government compliance and contracting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering.
- Two or more years of experience developing and implementing business strategies.
- Two or more years of experience incorporating design thinking into problem solving.
- Industry certifications.
- Experience with integrations, APIs, and cloud-native services.
- Exposure to Agile solution delivery and DevOps practices.
Continuous Learning and Innovation Focus
This role emphasizes continuous learning and innovation. Candidates are highly encouraged and supported in pursuing and maintaining relevant industry certifications, participating in emerging technology training, and contributing to our internal knowledge-sharing culture.
Success Metrics
- Quality and completeness of solution designs.
- Customer satisfaction with technical engagements.
- Revenue growth influenced by technical leadership.
- Certification and professional development milestones.
- Internal stakeholder collaboration and feedback.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
LOCATION
In this mobile role, you'll primarily work from customer or field location(s), with occasional visits to a Verizon location for in-person training and meetings.
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours. The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $124,500.00 - $239,000.00.
H-1B Telecom Job Roles in Virginia
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Search Telecom Jobs in VirginiaTelecom H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
Which telecom companies in Virginia sponsor H-1B visas?
Virginia's telecom sector includes major H-1B visa sponsors such as Verizon, Lumen Technologies, Leidos, SAIC, and Booz Allen Hamilton, all of which have significant footprints in the Northern Virginia area. Carriers and defense-adjacent network firms in the state consistently appear in DOL disclosure data as active H-1B petitioners for technical and engineering roles.
Which cities in Virginia have the most telecom H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Northern Virginia, particularly Ashburn, McLean, Reston, and Tysons, accounts for the largest concentration of telecom H-1B jobs in the state, driven by the world's largest data center market and proximity to federal agencies. Richmond and Virginia Beach also have telecom employer presence, but the DC metro corridor is where the majority of sponsored roles are posted.
What types of telecom roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Virginia?
Roles that consistently qualify include network engineers, RF engineers, systems architects, telecommunications analysts, cloud infrastructure engineers, and cybersecurity specialists supporting network operations. These positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer science, telecommunications, or a closely related field, meeting the H-1B specialty occupation standard.
How do I find telecom H-1B sponsorship jobs in Virginia?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship type and industry, making it straightforward to browse telecom H-1B openings across Virginia without sorting through roles that don't sponsor. You can narrow results to Northern Virginia's data center corridor or other parts of the state, and listings indicate sponsorship availability directly so you're not guessing about employer eligibility.
Are there any Virginia-specific considerations for telecom H-1B sponsorship?
Many Virginia telecom employers, especially those supporting federal contracts, require security clearances that can complicate or delay sponsorship for non-citizens. While H-1B status is legally compatible with clearance eligibility in some circumstances, the process is employer-dependent and not straightforward. Candidates targeting defense-adjacent telecom firms should ask directly about sponsorship and clearance policy before applying.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B telecom jobs in Virginia?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.