Presales Solution Architect - Azure, Data & AI

SoftwareOne; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

SoftwareOne is seeking a Presales Solution Architect – Azure Data & AI to design and implement data analytics and AI solutions on the Azure platform for enterprise customers. You will collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, business analysts, and partners to craft scalable, secure architectures and provide technical guidance.

In this role, you will help shape the Azure data & AI practice, translate business needs into robust data models, and ensure performance and governance across

Qualifications

• Experience in solution architecture or presales roles focusing on data analytics and Azure cloud technologies.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Azure services and data analytics platforms.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and ability to translate complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design end-to-end data and AI solutions.
• Leverage deep expertise in Azure services to architect robust platforms.
• Design and optimize data models to support reporting and analytics needs.
• Architect solutions for scalability, performance, and cost-efficiency.
• Define data integration strategies for ETL and data quality, ensuring governance.
• Implement security measures and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Mentor data engineers, data scientists, and analysts, and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Azure cloud technologies

Data analytics

Solution architecture

Customer-facing communication

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Azure Synapse Analytics

Azure Data Factory

Azure Databricks

Azure Machine Learning

Microsoft Purview

Fabric

Azure Cognitive Services

Azure OpenAI

Power BI

Job description

Are you passionate about designing intelligent, data-driven solutions that help businesses make smarter decisions?

Do you thrive on solving complex challenges using cutting-edge cloud and AI technologies?

Are you ready to be a trusted advisor, shaping the future of data and AI for leading enterprises?

At SoftwareOne, you’ll join a global, diverse team of professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences. We empower our teams to innovate, collaborate, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs.

As a Presales Solution Architect – Azure Data & AI, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing data analytics and AI solutions on the Azure platform. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design end-to-end solutions, and provide technical guidance to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing architectures.

Responsibility :

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design end-to-end data and AI solutions.
• Design and optimize data models to support reporting, analytics, and business intelligence needs.
• Architect solutions for scalability, performance, and cost-efficiency, considering data volume, query complexity, and user concurrency.
• Define data integration strategies to extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from various sources, ensuring data consistency and quality.
• Implement security measures and best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Work closely with data engineers, data scientists, business analysts, and partners to understand needs and provide technical guidance.

Are you passionate about designing intelligent, data-driven solutions that help businesses make smarter decisions?

Do you thrive on solving complex challenges using cutting-edge cloud and AI technologies?

Are you ready to be a trusted advisor, shaping the future of data and AI for leading enterprises?

At SoftwareOne, you’ll join a global, diverse team of professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences. We empower our teams to innovate, collaborate, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs.

As a Presales Solution Architect – Azure Data & AI, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing data analytics and AI solutions on the Azure platform. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design end-to-end solutions, and provide technical guidance to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing architectures.

Responsibility :

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design end-to-end data and AI solutions.
• Leverage deep expertise in Azure services (e.g., Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Machine Learning, Microsoft Purview, Fabric, Azure Cognitive Services, Azure OpenAI) to architect robust platforms.
• Design and optimize data models to support reporting, analytics, and business intelligence needs.
• Architect solutions for scalability, performance, and cost-efficiency, considering data volume, query complexity, and user concurrency.
• Define data integration strategies to extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from various sources, ensuring data consistency and quality.
• Implement security measures and best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Work closely with data engineers, data scientists, business analysts, and partners to understand needs and provide technical guidance.

Job Requirements

• Experience in solution architecture or presales roles, with a focus on data analytics and Azure cloud technologies (no specific years required).
• Extensive hands-on experience with Azure services such as Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Machine Learning, Microsoft Purview, Fabric, Azure Cognitive Services, Azure OpenAI, and Power BI.
• Solid understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, data warehousing, and data governance principles.
• Ability to design secure, scalable, and high-performing architectures.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring others.

Company description

SoftwareOne and Crayon have come together to form a global, AI-powered software and cloud solutions provider with a bold vision for the future. With a footprint in over 70 countries and a diverse team of 13,000+ professionals, we offer unparalleled opportunities for talent to grow, make an impact, and shape the future of technology. At the heart of our business is our people. We empower our teams to work across borders, innovate fearlessly, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs. Whether you're passionate about cloud, software, data, AI, or building meaningful client relationships, you’ll find a place to thrive here. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven culture where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your career can go global.