Azure Solutions Architect - Presales

TTEC Digital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off (PTO)

Wellness time off

Job summary

TTEC Digital in Austin, TX is seeking a senior Azure-focused solutions architect to partner with sales and design Azure data analytics and infrastructure solutions. You will lead client discussions, demos, and POCs, translating complex cloud architectures into business value, while guiding governance, security, and cost optimization across multi-disciplinary teams.

Join a team that delivers Azure-powered data platforms and cloud solutions, collaborating with product and engineering teams to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Azure-focused cloud solution architecture or pre-sales experience.
• Proven track record delivering Azure data and infrastructure solutions in pre-sales.
• Excellent communication for presenting to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with data governance, security, and cost optimization in Azure.

Responsibilities

• Partner with sales to capture customer requirements and propose Azure-based solutions.
• Design and present tailored Azure data and analytics architectures.
• Lead client-facing discussions, demos, and POC sessions.
• Advise on Azure scalability, security, and governance.

Skills

Azure

Pre-sales

Cloud architecture

Data analytics

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Data Science

Tools

Azure Synapse

Azure Data Factory

Azure Databricks

Azure SQL Database

Job description

At TTEC Digital, we coach clients to ensure their employees feel valued, and fully supported, because an amazing customer experience is an employee first process. Our vision is the same, a place where employees know they can thrive.

What you'll be doing:

• Partner with the sales team to understand customer requirements and propose Microsoft Azure-based data analytics and infrastructure solutions
• Design, architect, and present tailored solutions using Microsoft Azure services such as Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Databricks
• Lead client-facing technical discussions, demonstrations, and proof of concept (POC) sessions to showcase Azure’s capabilities in data analytics, AI, and cloud infrastructure
• Provide expert advice on Azure architecture, scalability, security, data governance, and cost optimization
• Respond to RFIs/RFPs by creating technical proposals that outline solutions built on the Azure platform
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to develop new offerings and refine existing ones to meet market demands
• Conduct technical workshops, webinars, and presentations to educate clients and internal teams about Azure services and best practices
• Stay current on Azure’s evolving technology stack, trends in data analytics, and industry best practices
• Support the transition of projects from pre-sales to post-sales teams, ensuring the delivery of solutions meets client expectations
• Work directly with Azure Sales organization to grow Microsoft Field Sales relationships

What skills you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in cloud solution architecture, pre-sales engineering, or data analytics with a focus on Microsoft Azure
• Proven track record of designing and delivering Microsoft Azure data and infrastructure solutions in a pre-sales environment
• Previous Azure Delivery experience working with multi-disciplinary teams
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure services:
• Data and Analytics: Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Lake, Power BI
• Infrastructure: Azure Application Delivery Services (VM, AKS, App Service etc.), Networking (Firewalling, WAF, Front Door and multi-tier application routing), Security/Monitoring (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, App Insights etc.)
• Proficiency in cloud architecture design and implementation, including high-availability, scalability, and disaster recovery in Azure
• Strong understanding of data pipelines, ETL processes, and data warehousing principles on Azure
• Familiarity with data governance, security, and compliance within cloud environments (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
• Experience in cloud cost management and optimization techniques
• Hands-on knowledge of scripting and automation tools (Bicep, Terraform, Ansible, AzCLI)
• Data Warehouse Migration from On-Premises hardware and server based DW (Netezza, Exadata, SQL, Mongo etc.)
• Nice to have: Experience with AI and machine learning tools on Azure (e.g., Azure Machine Learning, Cognitive Services)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value for non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a customer-centric approach
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Preferred, Not Required

• Microsoft Azure Certifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Data Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer
• Experience integrating Azure solutions with ERP systems (e.g., Dynamics 365, SAP) or other third-party applications
• Previous experience working with large enterprise customers and handling complex sales cycles

Team Overview

For ten years in a row our Microsoft practice has achieved Microsoft's Inner Circle Award designation and we have been recognized as 'Partner of the year for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Service', 'Partner of the year for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Marketing' and as a Partner of the year finalist for 'Intelligent Sales & Marketing'. In addition to our ongoing Gold Partner status, our competencies range from software development and deployment of Dynamics 365, to Power Platform, Azure and Microsoft 365. In mid-2022, the team was also named as one of only a handful of launch partners for the Microsoft D365 Contact Center.

Our integrated team approach of experienced CX engineers, developers, data scientists, and solution architects, design, deploy and support complex and fully integrated digital solutions that are focused on creating an exceptional customer experience.

About Us

Avtex is now TTEC Digital. The acquisition aligns to TTEC’s continued focus on fueling experience transformations. Our deep expertise in the most innovative and disruptive brands in the digital industry enables our clients to provide amazing customer experiences.

TTEC Digital, and our 1,700+ employees, pioneer engagement and growth solutions that fuel the exceptional customer experience (CX). TTEC Engage is a 60,000+ employee service company, with customers in more than 80 countries. Together, we utilize a holistic approach, applying solutions from two centers of excellence, Engage and Digital.

TTEC is a proud equal opportunity employer where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability. TTEC has fully embraced and is committed to expanding our diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to reflect the communities we serve while delivering amazing service and technology centered around humanity.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Benefits Available To Eligible Employees Include

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Tax-advantaged healthcare accounts
• Financial and income protection benefits
• Paid time off (PTO) and wellness time off