TKO Group Holdings, Inc

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Who We Are: IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting, digital services, and events management. It powers growth of revenues, fanbases and IP for more than 200 federations, associations, events, and teams, including the National Football League, English Premier League, International Olympic Committee, National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, ATP and WTA Tours, the AELTC (Wimbledon), Euroleague Basketball, CONMEBOL, DP World Tour, and The R&A, as well as UFC, WWE, and PBR. IMG is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. JOB TITLE Solutions Architect DEPARTMENT TKO Infrastructure MAIN PURPOSE The Solutions Architect is responsible for designing and governing end-to-end technology solutions across TKO’s global infrastructure landscape. This role bridges business requirements and technical execution, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise architecture standards. The Solutions Architect plays a critical role in strategic transformation initiatives, driving architectural consistency across identity, endpoint, cloud, and network domains while enabling efficient program delivery. WHY JOIN TKO? TKO unites three of the most recognizable brands in global sports , UFC, WWE, and PBR, with the premier hospitality brand, OLE, and the world-class broadcast, sports, and events company, IMG, to form a next-generation technology, sports, and entertainment powerhouse. As TKO prepares to separate from Endeavor and build a fresh infrastructure, this is a rare opportunity to engineer core systems at scale in a greenfield environment. You’ll work with cutting-edge identity, cloud, and infrastructure technologies from Okta and Entra ID and enterprise automation using Workato, Service Now, Workday, and Okta Workflows. The challenges are complex, the expectations are high, and the impact is real. Your work will support everything from corporate operations to global broadcasts and live events. If you want to build something that lasts and do it with autonomy and purpose, then TKO is where you want to be. LINE MANAGER Director, Cloud & Platform Services DIRECT REPORTS none WORKING HOURS EST working hours EMPLOYMENT TYPE Permanent LOCATION Remote KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Solution Architecture & Design Design end-to-end technical solutions across: Identity & Access Management (Okta, Entra Id, Active Directory) Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Endpoint management (Intune, Jamf, Endpoint Central) Collaboration platforms (Microsoft 365, Slack, Box, Google Workspace) Network & security (Palo Alto SASE, Palo Alto Prisma, Cisco ISE) Develop reference architectures and integration patterns for enterprise use Ensure solutions meet scalability, security, and performance requirements Business Alignment & Requirements Translation Partner with business stakeholders (HR, Finance, Legal, Operations) to translate requirements into technical designs Define solution scope, dependencies, risks, and trade-offs Support cost modeling and ensure solutions align with financial and operational objectives Cross-Domain Integration Design and govern acquisitions, divestitures, and integrations across platforms, including: Identity ↔ SaaS applications (SSO, SCIM, LCM, Access Request, Access Certification) Endpoint ↔ security controls (Conditional Access) Cloud ↔ network access models (SASE) Ensure consistent implementation of enterprise integration patterns Architecture Governance & Standards Establish and enforce architecture standards, design principles, and best practices Conduct design reviews and ensure adherence to security and compliance requirements Prevent fragmented or one-off solutions that introduce long-term technical debt Program Delivery Support Partner with Program and Project Management teams to: Support solution design during planning phases Resolve technical blockers during execution Maintain alignment across parallel workstreams Act as the technical authority for assigned programs and initiatives Vendor & Technology Strategy Evaluate new technologies and vendors for alignment with TKO architecture Support build vs. buy decisions and platform standardization efforts Collaborate with vendors to ensure successful implementation of designed solutions SKILLS & ABILITIES Reliability Engineering: Strong grasp of SRE principles, automation, observability, and resilience engineering. Technical Breadth: Familiar with enterprise-grade systems including Okta, Entra ID, M365, Box, Zoom, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto SASE/NGFW, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, and endpoint management. Financial Acumen: Skilled at managing OPEX budgets, vendor contracts, and FinOps initiatives. Strategic Communication: Effectively interfaces with executives, translating technical risk and operational performance into business terms. Execution Focus: Balances long-term vision with tactical delivery, driving measurable uptime and performance outcomes. Continuous Improvement Mindset: Uses data and metrics to improve stability, reduce MTTR, and optimize cost-to-serve. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to influence stakeholders and explain complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Comfort with Ambiguity: Thrives in environments where direction is still forming and able to bring structure and clarity to grey areas. Resilience: Maintains focus and composure under pressure in fast-moving, high-visibility environments. Customer Orientation: Keeps business impact front of mind; balances technical excellence with pragmatic execution QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Required: 8–12+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, architecture, or engineering roles Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale solutions Experience working in complex, multi-domain environments (identity, cloud, endpoint, network) Excellent executive communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Preferred: Experience with large-scale transformation programs (e.g., M&A, carve-outs, global migrations) Background in sports, media, or entertainment environments Certifications such as: AWS / Azure Architect TOGAF (or equivalent architecture frameworks) Okta Certified (or similar IAM certifications) Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the hourly rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings. Hiring Rate Minimum: $138,750 annually(minimum will not fall below the applicable State/local minimum salary thresholds) Hiring Rate Maximum: $185,000 annually TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. About WWE WWE® is an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, premium live events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including NBCUniversal, The CW and Netflix. In the United States, NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock, is the exclusive home to all premium live events, a variety of original programming and a massive video-on-demand library. Netflix is the exclusive home for WWE programming around the world, other than select international markets. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. About UFC UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 290 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. About IMG IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting, digital services, and events management. It powers growth of revenues, fanbases and IP for more than 200 federations, associations, events, and teams, including the National Football League, English Premier League, International Olympic Committee, National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, ATP and WTA Tours, the AELTC (Wimbledon), Euroleague Basketball, CONMEBOL, DP World Tour, and The R&A, as well as UFC, WWE, and PBR. IMG is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company. About PBR PBR is the world’s premier bull riding organization. More than 1,000 bull riders compete in more than 200 events annually across the televised PBR Unleash The Beast tour (UTB), which features the top bull riders in the world; the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour (PWVT); the PBR Touring Pro Division (TPD); and the PBR’s international circuits in Australia, Brazil, and Canada. In 2022, PBR launched the nationally televised PBR Teams league—eight teams of the world’s best bull riders competing for a new championship expanding to 10 teams in 2024—as well as the PBR Challenger Series with more than 60 annual events nationwide. The organization’s digital assets include PBR RidePass on Pluto TV, which is home to Western sports. PBR is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company. For more information, visit PBR.com, or follow on Facebook at Facebook.com/PBR, X at X.com/PBR, and YouTube at YouTube.com/PBR. About On Location On Location is a global leader in premium experiential hospitality, offering ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production and travel management across sports, entertainment, fashion and culture. On Location provides unrivaled access for corporate clients and fans looking for official, immersive experiences at marquee events, including the Olympic and Paralympic Games, FIFA World Cup 2026, Super Bowl, NCAA Final Four, and more. An official partner and/or service provider to over 150 iconic rights holders, such as the IOC (the Milano Cortina 2026 and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games), FIFA, NFL, NCAA, UFC, WWE, and PGA of America, the company also owns and operates a number of its own unique experiences. On Location is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company. About Zuffa Boxing Zuffa Boxing is a joint venture between TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (“TKO”) (NYSE: TKO) and Sela, the entertainment conglomerate. TKO serves as managing partner, providing day-to-day operational expertise, management, and oversight of the promotion, with executive leadership anchored by UFC President and CEO Dana White and WWE President and TKO Board Member Nick Khan. The promotion aims to reimagine the sport of boxing by evolving the current model to restore the sport’s rightful place in the forefront of the global sports ecosystem. For more information, follow @Zuffa_Boxing on X; and @ZuffaBoxing on Snapchat, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok.