Application Guide

How to Apply for Sr. Client Solutions Architect

at Xylem

🏢 About Xylem

Xylem is a global water technology company uniquely focused on solving water challenges through innovative solutions for conservation and reuse. Unlike general engineering firms, Xylem specifically empowers sustainable water management through advanced technologies, making it ideal for professionals passionate about environmental impact. Their mission-driven approach combines technical expertise with meaningful work addressing critical global water issues.

About This Role

As a Sr. Client Solutions Architect at Xylem, you'll bridge technical solutions and client needs by assessing utility system architectures and designing integration pathways for water/wastewater operations. This role directly impacts Xylem's mission by translating operational challenges into clear solution architectures that enhance water conservation and reuse. You'll be the technical expert guiding utilities toward more efficient and sustainable operations through tailored demonstrations and integration mapping.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve preparing for a client meeting with a municipal utility to understand their SCADA and data analytics challenges, then mapping integration pathways between their existing systems and Xylem solutions. You could spend the afternoon developing tailored technical demonstrations that show how specific workflows would improve their pump monitoring or treatment processes, followed by documenting solution architectures that translate their operational needs into clear value propositions.

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🎯 Who Xylem Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years hands-on experience with water/wastewater utility systems, specifically with SCADA, historian systems, pump monitoring, or IoT in operational environments
  • Demonstrates proven ability to map integration pathways between disparate systems like CMMS, GIS, AMI, and data analytics platforms
  • Possesses both technical depth in industrial automation/data flows AND client-facing skills for technical discovery and pre-sales engineering
  • Can translate complex operational challenges into clear value propositions and workflows that address utility-specific pain points

📝 Tips for Applying to Xylem

1

Quantify your experience with specific water/wastewater systems mentioned in the job description (e.g., 'Designed SCADA-GIS integration for 3 municipal utilities' rather than 'worked with SCADA')

2

Highlight any experience with Xylem's specific technology areas or competitors in water technology solutions to show industry awareness

3

Include examples where you've translated technical solutions into business value for utilities, as this role emphasizes value proposition development

4

Mention any experience with utility data maturity assessments or operational workflow mapping, which are core responsibilities

5

Tailor your resume to show progression from technical implementation to solution design/client guidance, demonstrating readiness for this senior architect role

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your specific experience with water/wastewater utility operations and how it aligns with Xylem's focus on sustainable water solutions", 'Examples of successful technical discovery or solution design projects where you mapped integration pathways between utility systems', 'Your ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear value propositions for utility stakeholders', "Why you're specifically interested in Xylem's mission of 'empowering innovative water solutions' rather than just any solutions architect role"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Xylem's specific product lines and technology solutions for water utilities (beyond just their mission statement)
  • → Recent Xylem case studies or white papers on utility integration projects, particularly involving SCADA or data analytics
  • → Current challenges in California water management that might impact San Diego area utilities
  • → Xylem's competitors in the water technology space and how their solutions differ

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through how you would assess a utility's system architecture and identify integration opportunities for SCADA, historian, and IoT systems
2 Describe a time you translated a utility's operational challenge into a technical solution architecture and communicated its value to non-technical stakeholders
3 How would you approach a technical demonstration focused on utility data maturity and key staff roles?
4 What experience do you have with pump monitoring systems and treatment process instrumentation in water/wastewater contexts?
5 How do you stay current with emerging technologies in water utility operations, and which do you see as most impactful for Xylem's mission?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Presenting only generic solutions architect experience without water/wastewater or utility-specific context
  • Focusing solely on technical implementation rather than demonstrating ability to conduct technical discovery and translate to business value
  • Showing no awareness of Xylem's specific mission or how water technology differs from other industrial automation fields

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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