*Solution Architecture - Data & AI

Microsoft; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Microsoft is looking for a highly-skilled technical consultant proficient in architecture design and customer engagement. This role focuses on leveraging extensive experience in technology solutions and leading multidisciplinary teams. Successful candidates will possess strong technical skills, particularly in Azure infrastructure and data management, and must meet security clearance requirements. Join a pioneering organization that fosters innovation and champions equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in technology solutions, practice development, and architecture.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Technical or Professional Certification in Domain (e.g., Data) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on customer insights to shape impactful projects.
• Utilize structured methodologies for architecture design and deployment.
• Build relationships with senior-level decision makers to guide strategic direction.

Skills

Data Engineering and integration

Azure Data services

Data Governance

Python

Java

DevOps and Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Job description

Responsibilities (Text Only)

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. Other - Embody ourcultureandvalues The ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. The successful candidate must have an active Security Check (SC) clearance or be able to obtain one as issued by the United Kingdom Security Vetting Unit (UKSV). Note: To be eligible you must be a UK national or have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of five years. You must also be legally authorised to work in the UK to be eligible for this role. (Legally authorised = has citizenship or has been granted a valid visa or work permit)

Qualifications (Text Only)

Required/Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field ANDextensiveexperiencein 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 fieldANDextensiveexperience in technology solutions, practice development, architecture, consulting, and/or technology domain (e.g., Security) - OR equivalent experience. - A number ofyears managing multiple projects or portfolios. - Provenexperience leading blended, multidisciplinary teams. Additional or Preferred Qualifications - A number of years of technical sales/pre-sales experience. - Extensive experiences as a Data & Applications Solution Architect with a strong consulting element - Extensive and provenproject management experiencein a complex transformation program and in complex enterprise customers. - Provenpeople management experience, including managing consultant practice managers, technical sales managers, and/or technical architect managers. - Technical or Professional Certification in Domain (e.g., Data). - Technical skills in the following: - Strong technical background on all Azure Infrastructure core services - Data Engineering and integration - Azure Data services - Oracle on Azure - Data Warehousing - Data Governance - DevOps and Automation knowledge such as Infrastructure as codeand CI/CD - Data security - Python, Java - Azure API Management - Security Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a requestvia the Accommodation request form. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.