Senior Solution Architecture
Microsoft
Senior Solution Architecture
Multiple Locations, Spain
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Overview
Microsoft Industry Solutions Delivery is a global organization hosting over 6,000 strategic sellers, industry and security experts, elite engineers, world-class data scientists and architects, consultants, and delivery specialists. Together with our partners, we help Microsoft’s most strategic customers worldwide to address their specific challenges and provide comprehensive and industry-specific solutions that meet their unique needs.
Our organization is at the forefront of innovation, driving value across the entirety of the customers’ digital and AI transformation journey through repeatable and customized cutting-edge solutions powered by Microsoft Cloud and AI.
The Solution Architecture role, with a focus on infrastructure, is an exciting opportunity where you'll leverage business requirements to craft innovative technical solutions. You'll play a key role in the presales process, project planning, identifying risks and dependencies, and implementing solutions that align with customer goals. Plus, you'll build strong relationships with customers, partners, and stakeholders, enhancing satisfaction and creating exceptional experiences. Join us and be at the forefront of transforming ideas into reality!
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Qualifications
Required/Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND extensive experience in technology solutions, practice development, architecture, consulting, and/or technology domain (e.g., Security)
- OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND extensive experience in technology solutions, practice development, architecture, consulting, and/or technology domain (e.g., Security)
- OR equivalent experience.
- A number of years managing multiple projects or portfolios.
- Proven experience leading blended, multidisciplinary teams.
Additional or Preferred Qualifications
- A number of years of technical sales/pre-sales experience.
- Experience as a Infrastructure Solution Architect with a strong consulting element
- Extensive and proven project management experience in a complex transformation program and in complex enterprise customers.
- Proven people management experience, including managing consultant practice managers, technical sales managers, and/or technical architect managers.
- Technical or Professional Certification in Domain (e.g., Security).
- Technical skills in the following:
- Strong technical background on all Azure Infrastructure core services
- Networking
- Storage
- Virtual Machines
- Virtual WAN
- Azure Governance
- Azure Monitor
- Cloud Adoption Framework
- AVD
- Infrastructure as code
- Identity
- Security
Responsibilities
Understanding Customer/Partner Technical Environment
- Dive deep into customer and partner insights from a diverse range of stakeholders to shape and execute impactful projects. Stay ahead of industry trends and adapt business models and solutions to create innovative strategies.
Architecture Design and Deployment
- Utilize structured methodologies like Waterfall, Agile, and Iterative to design and deploy cutting-edge architectures. Document and communicate the value of your solutions, leading complex discussions to ensure alignment with customer goals.
Practice Development
- Be a pioneer in generating and improving intellectual property. Drive the re-use of valuable assets and contribute to both internal and external communities, fostering a culture of innovation.
Trusted Advisor
- Build influential relationships with senior-level decision makers to address challenges and provide strategic direction. Stay updated on Microsoft technologies to effectively communicate our mission and capabilities.
Thought Leadership
- Lead virtual teams and share strategic insights to tackle customer and partner challenges. Participate in external events and mentor colleagues, showcasing your deep industry knowledge and driving recognition for Microsoft solutions.
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