Data Migration / Modernization Presales Solution Architect

Work in Iowa; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 338,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is hiring a Data Migration / Modernization Presales Solution Architect. This remote role spans global delivery and sales, focusing on data platform modernization, cloud migration, and GenAI-enabled solutions.

You will translate client needs into technical architectures, coordinate with onshore and offshore teams, and shape proposals and contracts. You will work across geographies, enabling AI-first automation and credible delivery models while ensuring alignment with service level and

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in Data Engineering or BI in AI & Data delivery or presales.
• Minimum 8 years of experience with cloud ecosystems (Azure/AWS/Google).
• Minimum 3 years of GenAI & Agentic AI delivery or presales.
• Experience in AI-led delivery with cross-functional and global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end solution blueprint and roadmap, bridging client vision and technology.
• Design data migration and modernization solutions from on-prem to cloud.
• Define end-to-end architectures and migration patterns for estimation.
• Engage in solution and delivery reviews with leadership across geographies.
• Develop staffing models and build compelling solution decks for sales and delivery.

Skills

Data engineering

Solution architecture

Cloud platforms

GenAI

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Power BI

Azure ML

GCP BigQuery

AWS Glue

Informatica

Talend

Job description

Data Migration / Modernization Presales Solution Architect, L6

Location: Remote

We Are

Accenture is a leading solutions and services company that helps the world’s leading enterprises reinvent by building their digital core and unleashing the power of AI to create value at speed across the enterprise, bringing together the talent of our approximately 800,000 people, our proprietary assets and platforms, and deep ecosystem relationships. Our strategy is to be the reinvention partner of choice for our clients and to be the most client-focused, AI-enabled, great place to work in the world. Through our Reinvention Services we bring together our capabilities across strategy, consulting, technology, operations, Song and Industry X with our deep industry expertise to create and deliver solutions and services for our clients. Our purpose is to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity, and we measure our success by the 360° value we create for all our stakeholders. Visit us at www.accenture.com .

There is never a typical day at Accenture, but that’s why we love it here! This is an extraordinary chance to work in a digitally driven, innovation-led environment where you can help clients in their own reinvention journey. As you build a rewarding career at Accenture, you’ll have the opportunity to work with leading-edge technologies and take on some of the coolest projects you can imagine.

Accenture's Data & AI practice empowers global enterprises to modernize data foundations, scale generative and agentic AI, and achieve measurable business reinvention. Its end-to-end capabilities span data platform modernization, cloud migration of legacy data estates, development of cutting-edge AI and Gen AI solutions, and production support of AI & Data applications.

You Are

As a Data Migration / Modernization Presales Solution Architect, you will lead the end-to-end solution blueprint and roadmap, acting as the bridge between client vision and technology execution. You will be instrumental in understanding business problems and translating them into technology solutions while having stakeholder alignment throughout the deal lifecycle. In this role, you’ll gain experience in designing Data migration and modernization solutions from on-prem to cloud, working across global delivery and sales teams. Some Managed Services exposure may also present itself in designing Data & AI application maintenance and support solutions as well. You will work cross cloud, cross industry, and cross geography gaining depth and breadth of exposure while deepening your expertise in emerging technologies like Databricks, Snowflake, GenAI, Agents — preparing you for the future.

The Work

• Understand RFP/RFIs and translate the business needs into technical architecture (data engineering, data visualization, AI, Gen AI).
• Define end-to-end application architectures diagrams (data ingestion to data consumption to AI/ML).
• Define Migration approach for each solution component (Storage objects, ETL Jobs, Orchestration, Reports) and define data migration patterns for estimation purposes.
• Align technology components (e.g. Snowflake, Databricks, Power BI, PySpark, Azure ML, Azure Foundry, GCP BigQuery, AWS Glue, Informatica, Talend, etc.) with business use cases.
• Prepare detailed ADM effort estimates and get them validated with AI & Data capability SMEs.
• Ensure solution design meets desired service level metrics and key performance indicators.
• Develop credible AI first automation solutions working with the SMEs
• Design optimal staffing models based on onshore/offshore/nearshore mix and pyramid structure.
• Build solution plan power point decks for use in sales and delivery alignment.
• Engage in solution and delivery reviews with leadership across geographies.
• Act as the strategic link between sales and delivery teams.
• Contribute to client-facing proposals, SOWs, and contracting documents.
• Present and defend your solution in internal and external forums.
• Seamlessly transition the solution to the delivery team post-deal closure.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working in cross-functional and global environments.

Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 10% to 25% depending on business need and client requirements.

Here’s what you need

• Minimum 12 years of experience in Data Engineering or Business Intelligence in AI & Data delivery or Presales
• Minimum 8 years of experience with cloud eco-systems - Azure/AWS/Google experience in delivery or Presales
• Minimum 3 years of GenAI & Agentic AI delivery or Presales
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in AI-led delivery, working in a cross-functional and global environment managing multiple stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience).

Bonus points if you have

• Deep industry exposure across Financial Services, Products - Retail, Life Science, Telecom, or Energy industries
• Certification in Cloud skills (AWS/Azure/GCP) or Ecosystem partner tools (Snowflake, Databricks, Fabric etc.)
• External client-facing consulting experience
• Good PowerPoint skills for leadership and client storytelling

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 11/30/2026.

Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/local/benefits)

Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $132,500 to $338,300

Colorado $132,500 to $292,200

Connecticut $132,500 to $292,200

District of Columbia $141,100 to $311,200

Illinois $122,700 to $292,200

Maine $112,900 to $249,000

Maryland $132,500 to $292,200

Massachusetts $132,500 to $311,200

Minnesota $132,500 to $292,200

New York $122,700 to $338,300

New Jersey $141,100 to $338,300

Ohio $122,700 to $270,600

Virginia $122,700 to $311,200

Washington $141,100 to $311,200

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 11/10/2026. Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/local/benefits)

California $132,500 to $338,300

Colorado $132,500 to $292,200

Connecticut $132,500 to $292,200

District of Columbia $141,100 to $311,200

Illinois $122,700 to $292,200

Maine $112,900 to $249,000

Maryland $132,500 to $292,200

Massachusetts $132,500 to $311,200

Minnesota $132,500 to $292,200

New York $122,700 to $338,300

New Jersey $141,100 to $338,300

Ohio $122,700 to $270,600

Virginia $122,700 to $311,200

Washington $141,100 to $311,200

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