Manager, Solutions Architecture - Retail

Overview We are looking for a Retail and CPG Industry Solutions Architect Leader! Retail is a key industry for NVIDIA where we are helping customers build out a wide variety of state of the art AI solutions from “Computer‑Vision Aided Loss Prevention” to “Agentic AI‑Based Customer Engagement” to “Digital Twins driving Store Optimization and Robotics” (to name a few). NVIDIA is searching for an outstanding Solutions Architect leader with GenAI and GPU computing experience. Responsibilities Lead, coach, and grow the Retail Industry team of Solutions Architects who are focused on AI technical engagements with primary focus on Retail, CPG, and QSR Customers. Work independently and rely upon excellent interpersonal skills during customer engagements. Work closely with the entire customer team, including sales and program management, and cross‑functionally with other NVIDIA organizations and partners. Develop overall industry strategy and align the Solution Architect team to drive customer NVIDIA technology adoption through architecture work and proof‑of‑concept support. Be an industry leader with a vision for integrating NVIDIA technologies for accelerated architectures to support large‑scale deployments for Edge, Datacenter, and Cloud solutions for Retail customers. Assist field business development in leading the technical relationship with key customers in building creative solutions based on NVIDIA technologies. Hire, on‑board, train, and develop new Solutions Architects to help NVIDIA’s customer base. Coach Solutions Architects in the skills needed to conduct one‑to‑few and one‑to‑many training sessions, so they can transfer deep technical skills to customers who are considering or using NVIDIA’s accelerated computing platform. Drive NVIDIA’s AI and GPU accelerated platform adoption by working with an elite product engineering teams to ensure we have the best possible products and services for our customers. Step into a Solutions Architect role when required to support our customers. Qualifications BS, MS, or PhD in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience). 3+ years of proven experience in technical leadership and people‑management roles within the technology industry. 8+ overall years of work‑related experience in AI and Machine Learning. Familiarity with NVIDIA technologies. Outstanding people‑management skills; able to encourage and cultivate the right behaviors in others through leading by example (Player/Coach). Strong time‑management and organization skills for coordinating multiple initiatives, priorities, and implementations of new technology and products into very complex projects. Success in matrixed organizations, e.g., demonstrating a history of diagnosing complex issues, rallying the necessary skills and resources, driving alignment across stakeholders, and coaching multi‑functional teams to implement effectively. Ways to Stand Out Industry background with one or more areas like Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods, or Quick Service Restaurants. GPU development, Deep Learning and/or AI experience. In‑depth software development or data science experience. Accelerated computing hardware and networking experience. Compensation and Benefits Base salary range: $224,000 – $356,500 for Level 3, $272,000 – $431,250 for Level 4. Eligibility for equity and benefits. Additional comprehensive benefits package. EEO Statement NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. Application Process Applications for this job will be accepted until June 2, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr NVIDIA Corporation