Principal Solutions Architect, Automation

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2 Locations
In-Office or Remote
Expert/Leader
Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Robotics • Automation
Reinvent the Warehouse & Reimagine the Supply Chain®
The Role
Lead the design and implementation of automated systems in fulfillment centers, ensuring scalable solutions through hands-on engineering and cross-functional collaboration.
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Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

What we need

GreenBox is building the next generation of automated fulfillment centers — scalable, modular, and intelligent by design. The Principal Solutions Architect will play a key role in turning this vision into reality. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends technical depth with cross-functional execution. In this role you will lead the design, testing, and implementation of automation systems across multiple process paths — from pallet to each-pick — ensuring every design is validated and ready to scale across sites.

What we do     

GreenBox is pioneering warehousing-as-a-service, offering outsourced warehousing operations and specializing in automated warehousing solutions. Our focus is on the efficient movement of goods in cases and pallets across all sectors, such as wholesale, retail, and general merchandising.       

*GreenBox is an independently managed joint venture between Symbotic and Softbank.    

What you’ll do

  • Lead design and validation of end-to-end automation solutions across pallet, case, and each-pick process paths.

  • Translate GreenBox’s Concept of Operations (ConOps) into modular, repeatable designs deployable across facilities.

  • Drive build–test–prove cycles for facility launches; own UAT, performance validation, and design iteration.

  • Partner with Software, Industrial Engineering, and Operations to ensure seamless WMS/WES/WCS integration and readiness.

  • Collaborate with vendors and system partners to influence product roadmaps and integrate best-fit technologies.

  • Establish design standards, performance metrics, and change control processes for consistent implementation.

  • Build and mentor a small, high-performing engineering team focused on technical excellence and speed of execution.

  • Conduct risk assessments and mitigation planning for automation design, throughput, and scalability.

  • Support cross-functional initiatives that enhance overall system reliability, flexibility, and efficiency.

What you’ll need 

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in warehouse automation, robotics integration, or advanced manufacturing system design.

  • Proven record of hands-on engineering execution in large-scale fulfillment or automation programs.

  • Deep understanding of material handling systems, AS/RS, palletizing, AMR/AGV technologies, and system orchestration.

  • Experience leading end-to-end design, validation, and vendor integration processes.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project execution skills.

  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams while remaining technically engaged in design and implementation.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Our Environment 

  • Travel is required up to 50% of the time. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.   

  • The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.  

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About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

 

We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 

We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information. 

Top Skills

A.I.
Agv
Amr
As/Rs
Material Handling Systems
Palletizing
Robotics
Wcs
Wes
Wms
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The Company
HQ: Wilmington, MA
2,100 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

The Symbotic story began in 2007 with a bold vision: to solve real-world challenges in the supply chain. Since then, we have combined deep expertise in warehouse operations with breakthrough technology to transform how goods are moved.

Today, Symbotic delivers fully automated, end-to-end supply chain solutions for some of the world’s largest retailers and wholesalers. Our systems integrate advanced robotics and A.I. to address the complexity of modern distribution, helping customers achieve new levels of efficiency, speed, and flexibility.

At the core of our platform is intelligent software that orchestrates fleets of autonomous robots within a high-density structure. This reinvention of warehouse automation enables faster throughput, maximized storage capacity, and precise order accuracy—creating measurable value across the supply chain.

We leverage innovations drawn from fields such as self-driving vehicles, computer vision, data analytics, machine learning, and structural design. to tackle the hardest problems in warehouse logistics. With our solutions, customers can streamline operations, reduce costs, and respond quickly to changing consumer demands.

Why Work With Us

Our robots are responsible for getting food and merchandise to thousands of store shelves across North America. We have both the excitement and ambition of a startup and the benefits of a proven company. We do important work for some of the biggest companies in the world; together we are changing entire industries.

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