Azure Senior Solution Architect

ZipRecruiter; Wooburn Green; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Azure Senior Solution Architect, where you will shape the future of technical presales. This role offers the chance to lead innovative Azure solutions, collaborating with a dynamic sales team to engage clients and drive growth. With a people-first culture, you will enjoy uncapped annual leave and a flexible working environment. Embrace the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a significant impact in a rapidly growing organization that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Uncapped annual leave

Flexible working culture

Pension and Life insurance

Private Medical Insurance

Car allowance

Wellness perks

UK Culture Committee events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Solution Architect or technical consulting role.
• Extensive experience in delivering solutions and migrations to Microsoft Azure.

Responsibilities

• Lead Azure technical design segment as part of the presales team.
• Build and deliver technical presentations and proposals showcasing product offerings.

Skills

Microsoft Azure

Technical Consulting

Solution Architecture

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification

Tools

Microsoft Azure Stack

Job description

Job Description

• Would you like to be our first technical presales specialist within Azure, able to shape a career defining role?
• Do you want to be part of a team experiencing strong growth and high-quality delivery?
• Interested to join a company with a people first culture offering unlimited annual leave and Year on Year growth?

Practical Information:

Location: Wooburn Green, UK |Team Size: 20 | Reports to: Head of Consulting Services | Visa Requirements: Valid working visa for the UK | required: Fluent/professional level English, spoken and written

As our new Azure Senior Solution Architect, you will lead our Azure technical design segment as part of the technical presales team. In the role, you will partner with our sales team to engage with customers and prospects, designing and demonstrating tailored technical solutions. Together, you will drive sales by showcasing the technical advantages of the Microsoft Azure Stack coupled with Crayon Solutions. As an expert in Microsoft Azure, you will provide valuable insights and technical guidance to our sales team, existing customer base and potential clients.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Provide technical expertise within Azure in the business, including understanding industry trends, competitors and keeping Crayon at the forefront of innovation
• Build and deliver technical presentations, proposals, statements of work, and RFP/RFI responses that showcase our product offerings and benefits
• Supporting the sales process by creating content and recommendations for Azure-based solutions
• Presenting solutions and options to customers and partners, conducting workshops and discussions
• Following up with senior technical stakeholders, ensuring all relevant information and questions are handled timely and effectively

Your Competencies:

• 5+ years of experience in a Solution Architect or technical consulting role
• Extensive experience working on projects delivering solutions and migrations to Microsoft Azure
• Strong understanding of Azure landing zone architectures, governance, security, and best practices for scalable cloud environments
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification AZ-305 and AZ-400

About You:

• Strong team player, able to work both independently, and as part of a geo-dispersed team
• You have a keen interest in staying at the top of your profession by seeking out further development and desire to consistently upskill
• You are a detail-oriented, motivated professional who can multitask and take on complex challenges proactively
• You have excellent communication and customer service skills as a technical expert in Azure products and their uses, adoption, and best practices

What’s on offer?

• Uncapped annual leave (after probation)
• Flexible working culture
• Pension and Life insurance
• Private Medical Insurance with wellbeing benefits
• Car allowance
• Full spectrum of wellness perks
• UK Culture Committee – many events organized throughout the year

At Crayon, we are deeply committed to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). We believe that in all its forms, this strengthens our team and enhances innovation and effectiveness. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, or any other basis protected by law.

When filling vacancies, we prioritize equally qualified candidates who bring diverse backgrounds and experiences, helping to enrich our team dynamics and foster a vibrant, inclusive work environment.

If you require any assistance or reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

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