Architect - Modern Workplace

Insight; Chandler (AZ); Remote; USD 150,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight is seeking a Modern Workplace Architect to design and deliver Microsoft 365 and AI-enabled collaboration solutions for clients and internal teams. This remote role focuses on governance, Copilot enablement, and scalable enterprise design, with mentorship toward Architect II.

You will partner with IT and security, translate business needs into technical designs, and drive adoption through effective enablement. Excellent growth within a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4-5 years hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 in a technical, engineering, or admin role.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration, governance, and security fundamentals.
• Experience with OneDrive for Business (sync, sharing, and storage controls).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot, including enablement, readiness, and governance concepts.
• Familiarity with Power Platform and Microsoft Purview.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and documentation of Microsoft 365 solutions, including Copilot, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
• Translate business requirements into clear, scalable technical designs with guidance from senior architects.
• Assist with configuration, migration, and deployment of M365 workloads across client and internal environments.
• Partner with IT, security, and business stakeholders to ensure solutions align with governance, compliance, and performance standards.
• Contribute to architecture diagrams, governance models, and user adoption or enablement materials.
• Participate in client workshops, discovery sessions, and project kickoffs as a technical contributor.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Microsoft 365 workloads and integrations.

Skills

Microsoft 365 administration

Governance

Security fundamentals

Client engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

OneDrive for Business

Microsoft 365 Copilot

Power Platform

Microsoft Purview

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Architect - Modern Workplace

AZ, US, 85286

Requisition Number: 106620

Architect - Modern Worlplace

Location: This role is fully remote

Insight at a Glance

15,000+ engaged teammates globally

$8.2 billion in revenue in 2025

Certified as a Great Place to work in 9 Countries in 2025

Fortune 500 Company (No. 447) in 2025

Received 25+ industry and partner awards in the past year

$1.4M+ total charitable contributions in 2024 by Insight globally

Now is the time to bring your expertise to Insight. We are not just a tech company; we are a people-first company. We believe that by unlocking the power of people and technology, we can accelerate transformation and achieve extraordinary results. As a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator with deep expertise in cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent edge, we guide organizations through complex digital decisions.

About the role:

If you are motivated by the opportunity to influence the way organizations utilize Microsoft 365 and AI technologies, the Modern Workplace Architect I position offers a platform to design and deliver advanced collaboration and productivity solutions for both clients and internal teams. This role is well suited for Microsoft 365 professionals seeking to expand their expertise and transition into an architectural capacity, working under the mentorship of senior architects, adopting industry best practices, and contributing to the development of modern, AI-driven workplace solutions.

This role provides comprehensive experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot, enterprise collaboration design, governance, and practical client engagement. It also establishes a clear progression path toward Architect II and senior architecture positions.

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design & Delivery

• Support the design and documentation of Microsoft 365 solutions, including M365 Copilot, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and OneDrive.
• Translate business requirements into clear, scalable technical designs with guidance from senior architects.
• Assist with configuration, customization, migration, and deployment of M365 workloads across client and internal environments.
• Partner with IT, security, and business stakeholders to ensure solutions align with governance, compliance, and performance standards.
• Contribute to architecture diagrams, governance models, and user adoption or enablement materials.
• Participate in client workshops, discovery sessions, and project kickoffs as a technical contributor.

Operations & Continuous Improvement

• Help troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Microsoft 365 workloads and integrations.
• Stay current with the Microsoft 365 roadmap, new features, and evolving best practices - especially in AI and Copilot enablement.
• Continuously build technical depth while developing architectural thinking and consulting skills.

What we’re looking for:

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 4-5 years of hands-on experience working with Microsoft 365 in a technical, engineering, or administrative role.

Core Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration, governance, and security fundamentals.
• Experience with:
• OneDrive for Business (sync, sharing, and storage controls)
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot, including enablement, readiness, and governance concepts.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps) and/or Microsoft Purview.
• Awareness of compliance, data protection, and information governance concepts in M365.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Comfort collaborating within cross-functional teams and working under mentorship.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a desire to grow as a Modern Workplace architect.

The base salary range for this position is typically $150,000 to $168,000 with additional bonus and benefits available. However, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, including experience and location, and we will also consider candidates outside of this range as necessary.

Be AmbITious: This opportunity is not just about what you do today but also about where you can go tomorrow. When you bring your hunger, heart, and harmony to Insight, your potential will be met with continuous opportunities to upskill, earn promotions, and elevate your career.

But what really sets us apart are our core values of Hunger, Heart, and Harmony, which guide everything we do, from building relationships with teammates, partners, and clients to making a positive impact in our communities.

Join us today, your ambITious journey starts here.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

At Insight, we celebrate diversity of skills and experience so even if you don’t feel like your skills are a perfect match - we still want to hear from you!

Insight does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will be treated as direct applications from the candidate, and recruiters or agencies who submit candidates for this position without a prior, written vendor agreement will not be eligible for any form of compensation, even if the candidate is hired.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Insight does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will be treated as direct applications from the candidate, and recruiters or agencies who submit candidates for this position without a prior, written vendor agreement will not be eligible for any form of compensation, even if the candidate is hired.