Job (external facing)Senior Vice President, Media Solution Design & Architect

SVP, Technical Solution Architecture

Publicis Groupe is seeking an SVP, Technical Solution Architecture to lead the hands-on design, prototyping, and implementation of advanced data, AI, and platform solutions across high-priority clients. This role sits at the intersection of architecture, build, and client partnership. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable whiteboarding with engineers, prototyping workflows themselves, and translating complex systems into clear, compelling value stories for senior client stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Own end-to-end solution architecture , from concept through working implementation, not just design artifacts
Personally

prototype and build core components

of data, AI, or platform solutions (POCs, workflows, integrations, automation layers)
Translate client business problems into

concrete system designs , technical workflows, and architectural decisions
Lead hands-on development of AI-enabled workflows, data pipelines, or platform capabilities in partnership with engineering teams
Make and stand behind

build decisions

tools, platforms, tradeoffs, and implementation approach
Serve as the technical face of MRCL-enabled solutions in client conversations, including deep, detailed discussions
Partner with product, data science, and engineering leaders to ensure solutions are viable, scalable, and deliverable
Produce clear technical documentation, diagrams, and build artifacts that teams can execute against
Act as escalation point for solution feasibility, complexity, and delivery risk
What "Hands-On" Means in This Role
The successful candidate:
Can personally wire together systems, logic, or workflows (even if not shipping production code alone)
Understands how platforms actually behave in practice

limits, latency, governance, cost
Is comfortable building prototypes or reference implementations that others can extend
Does

not

operate purely as a liaison or reviewer
Qualifications
12+ years designing and

building

complex data, AI, marketing technology, or platform solutions
Demonstrated experience architecting and implementing systems in cloud environments
Hands-on experience with components across:
Data platforms or pipelines
AI / ML or GenAI-enabled workflows
Martech or enterprise data ecosystems
Ability to switch between technical depth and executive-level communication seamlessly
Strong client presence with the credibility to lead technical conversations directly
Success Looks Like
Clients trust you because you understand

how things actually work
Engineering teams trust your designs because they're practical and buildable
Stakeholders rely on you to determine what is possible vs. what is theoretical
Solutions move faster because fewer layers are needed between intent and execution
Additional Information
Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Diffrence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMTTACompliance@publicis.com.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation Range: USD $180,215.00 - USD $299,637.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. This role may also be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 10/7/2026.