Sr. Practice Architect, Cloud

Socket.dev; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 121,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental care

RRSP/DPSP retirement

Paid time off

Employee discount program

Job summary

Softchoice in Canada is seeking a senior Microsoft Cloud Platform Practice Architect to lead design, delivery, and evolution of Azure-based solutions for enterprise customers. You will shape methodologies, drive best practices, and enable offerings while engaging high-value clients to deliver measurable business outcomes.

You will partner with Microsoft and global teams to co-create solutions, provide technical leadership, and mentor others in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure solutions.
• Proven experience architecting and delivering complex Microsoft solutions for enterprise customers.
• Strong track record in methodology development and technical leadership.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• At least 10 years in a technical field (ideally Microsoft).

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME in Microsoft Cloud (Azure) technologies and related workloads.
• Lead development and adoption of Azure methodologies and best practices.
• Support Azure offerings development and provide presales leadership.
• Engage with strategic customers and guide their Microsoft transformation journeys.
• Partner with Microsoft and other partners to co-create solutions and represent the firm.

Skills

Azure expertise

Enterprise solutions

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

Why you’ll love Softchoice

We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative, and for their people to be engaged, connected, and creative at work. That means moving them to the cloud, helping them build the workplace of tomorrow, and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology. By doing these things we help them create success for their customers and their people.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career development and advancement. We are recognized and respected for our culture of inclusion and belonging, continuously striving to do what’s good for our people and communities.

The Impact you will have

The Microsoft Cloud Platform Practice Architect is a senior technical leader within the Microsoft Practice, responsible for driving excellence in the design, delivery, and evolution of solutions leveraging Microsoft Cloud technologies. This role is pivotal in shaping methodologies, developing best practices, supporting offerings, and engaging with high-value customers to ensure transformative business outcomes.

What you'll do

Technical Leadership & Expertise

• Serve as a subject matter expert in Microsoft Cloud (Azure) technologies (including Frontier partner/Foundary and IQ workloads)
• Stay ahead of emerging trends, ensuring the practice adopts and evangelizes the latest Microsoft innovations.
• Lead the integration of cloud capabilities into solution delivery models, transforming customer workflows and outcomes.

Methodology & Best Practice Development

• Coordinate the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of methodologies and best practices for Microsoft Azure solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and product managers to ensure consistency and quality across all engagements.
• Champion internal enablement, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.

Offerings Development & Enablement

• Support the creation and evolution of Microsoft Azure offerings, working closely with product management and delivery teams.
• Act as “Customer Zero” for new technologies, piloting and refining offerings before broad rollout.
• Provide presales support, solution architecture, and technical leadership for strategic opportunities.

High-Value Customer Engagement

• Engage directly with key strategic customers as a trusted advisor, guiding their Microsoft transformation journeys.
• Lead solution workshops, architecture reviews, and executive briefings for high-impact engagements.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and measurable business impact through delivery excellence.

Collaboration & Advocacy

• Partner with Microsoft and other strategic partners to co-create solutions and drive joint success.
• Represent Softchoice/WWT at industry events, sharing thought leadership and promoting best practices.
• Advocate for continuous improvement and early adoption of emerging technologies.

What you'll bring to the table

• Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure solutions.
• Proven experience architecting and delivering complex Microsoft solutions for enterprise customers.
• Cowork, Skills building and deployment
• Strong track record in methodology development, technical leadership, and innovation.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with Microsoft and global partners.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• This role requires at least 10 years experience in a technical field (ideally with Microsoft technologies)

Compensation

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position in Canada is $120,800 to $151,000, annually + 14% as target incentives.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, education, and related certification. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.

Benefits

• Health and Wellbeing: Medical and Dental Care, Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Financial Benefits: RRSP/DPSP Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and Sick Leave, Holidays, Parental Leave, Volunteer Days, Bereavement Leave
• Additional Perks: Employee Discount Program

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• The People: You’ll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation, driving our collective success
• High-Performing Culture: At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other
• Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best
• Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 20consecutive years
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to an inclusive culture where every team member can be their authentic self
• Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation? We are ready to help

We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to [e-mail]. We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.

Our commitment to your experience

We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind, we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you (such as children or furry friends) and we will be doing the same.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely. Don't worry. It's quick, simple and you'll be connected with your new team in no time.

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