Microsoft Fabric Solutions Architect

Perficient Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Perficient, Inc. seeks a Solutions Architect, Microsoft Fabric to serve as the senior technical authority for our Fabric practice. Define the strategic Fabric data platform roadmap and lead enterprise migrations, governance, and tenant adoption with sales alignment.

Mentor distributed architects/engineers, build a Fabric center of excellence, and drive pursuit shaping, SOW language, and client demonstrations with Microsoft teams.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years architecting enterprise data analytics solutions.
• 5+ years delivering Azure based modern data platforms.
• Deep, hands-on mastery of Microsoft Fabric including Data Engineering, Data Factory, Data Warehouse, Real-Time Analytics, and Power BI.
• Proven track record designing tenant level governance frameworks, including workspace management, capacity planning, and security.
• Successful leadership of at least 5 full lifecycle Fabric, Synapse, or Databricks programs.
• Consulting experience: presales estimation, SOW creation, team structure definition, and executive presentations.
• Strong grasp of Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework and Well-Architected Framework, and data governance best practices.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; mentoring globally distributed teams.
• DP-600 Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate certification.
• Bachelor's degree in related field; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead enterprise Microsoft Fabric migrations and implementations from architecture through delivery.
• Serve as senior technical authority on Fabric engagements; set direction on architecture and best practices.
• Lead discovery workshops to define current state, pain points, and target architecture.
• Produce diagrams, roadmaps, and release plans for phased delivery.
• Guide agile delivery teams through sprint planning, backlog grooming, and iterative releases.
• Remove technical impediments and uphold quality through design reviews.
• Define reusable architecture patterns and templates that scale across client engagements.
• Partner with sales and account teams to shape Fabric pursuits and SOW language.
• Build POVs, prototypes, and demos to showcase Fabric capabilities.
• Deliver client-facing presentations and technical positioning with Microsoft account teams.
• Support contract and pricing conversations with technical input and solution recommendations.
• Participate in executive briefings and industry events.

Skills

Microsoft Fabric

Azure

Architecture

Governance

Data Platform

SOW/Proposals

Mentoring

Executive Communication

Delivery Leadership

Cloud Adoption Framework

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems

Master's degree preferred

DP-600 Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Power BI

Synapse

Databricks

Job description

Perficient's Microsoft Cloud Business Unit is investing heavily in Microsoft Fabric services and governance offerings. We are seeking a Solutions Architect, Microsoft Fabric to serve as the senior technical authority for our Fabric practice.

In this role, you will define the strategic roadmap for Fabric based data platform services, lead enterprise engagements spanning capacity migration, Purview driven governance, and tenant wide adoption, and partner with sales and alliance teams to shape pursuits and craft SOWs. You will also mentor a distributed team of architects, engineers, and analysts while building out Perficient's Fabric center of excellence. Candidates with broader Azure cloud platform experience, particularly in governance, landing zones, and IAM, are a strong plus.

REQUIREMENTS

Technical Delivery & Solution Architecture

Design and lead enterprise Microsoft Fabric migrations and implementations, from architecture through delivery

Serve as the senior technical authority on Fabric engagements, setting direction on architecture and best practices

Lead discovery and assessment workshops to define current state, pain points, and target architecture

Produce architecture diagrams, roadmaps, and release plans that guide phased delivery

Guide agile delivery teams through sprint planning, backlog grooming, and iterative releases

Remove technical impediments, manage delivery risk, and uphold quality through design reviews

Define reusable architecture patterns, standards, and templates that scale across client engagements

Partner with sales and account teams to shape and scope new Fabric pursuits

Develop level of effort estimates, staffing models, and SOW language for proposals

Build POVs, prototypes, and demos that showcase Fabric capabilities to prospective clients

Deliver client facing presentations and technical positioning alongside Microsoft account teams

Support contract and pricing conversations with technical input and solution recommendations

Participate in executive briefings and industry events to represent the practice

Internal Enablement & Practice Growth

Mentor and coach architects, engineers, and analysts across the Fabric practice

Contribute to internal training paths, playbooks, and reusable IP that raise delivery quality

Track the Microsoft roadmap and emerging Fabric capabilities, recommending how offerings should evolve

Capture lessons learned from engagements and feed them back into templates and methodology

Identify opportunities to improve delivery processes, tooling, and team effectiveness

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE

Required

10 to 15 years architecting enterprise data analytics solutions, with 5 or more years delivering Azure based modern data platforms

Deep, hands-on mastery of Microsoft Fabric, including Data Engineering, Data Factory, Data Warehouse, Real-Time Analytics, and Power BI

Proven track record designing tenant level governance frameworks, including workspace management, capacity planning, and security

Successful leadership of at least 5 full lifecycle Fabric, Synapse, or Databricks modern data platform programs, from discovery through optimization

Consulting experience: presales estimation, SOW creation, team structure definition, and executive level presentations

Strong grasp of Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, Well-Architected Framework, and data governance best practices

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for both technical and executive audiences

Experience mentoring globally distributed teams and cultivating practice communities

Required certification: DP-600 Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (Master's preferred)

Preferred / Nice to Have

Additional Fabric certifications, such as DP-700 Fabric Data Engineer Associate or PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst Associate

Experience migrating from Synapse, Databricks, or legacy BI platforms into Fabric

Familiarity with CI/CD for Fabric assets using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions

Broader Azure cloud platform experience, including governance, landing zones, and IAM/RBAC

Experience in regulated industries such as financial services, insurance, or healthcare

U.S. based remote candidates welcome; willingness to travel up to 25 percent for key workshops and stakeholder sessions

Perficient full-time employees receive complete and competitive benefits. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, generous work/life opportunities and an outstanding benefits package that includes paid time off plus holidays. In addition, all colleagues are eligible for a number of rewards and recognition programs including billable bonus opportunities. Encouraging a healthy work/life balance and providing our colleagues great benefits are just part of what makes Perficient a great place to work.

WHO WE ARE

Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients – the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.

The salary range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, level of experience, applicable office location, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The new hire salary range displays the minimum and maximum salary targets for this role across all US locations, and the range has not been adjusted for any specific state differentials. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the unique facts and circumstances regarding each candidate. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this position is $160,000-190,000. Please note that the salary range posted reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits or any potential variable compensation programs. Information regarding the benefits available for this position are in our benefits overview .

WHAT WE BELIEVE

At Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.

We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We’re committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders... and we’re not done yet.

Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Disability Accommodations:

Perficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

Disclaimer: The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee assigned to this classification. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time.

About Us

Perficient is the global AI and technology consulting firm disrupting the traditional consulting model. Powered by our 7,000+ advisors, engineers, and designers, Perficient implements AI-first solutions that break conventions and deliver outcomes that matter. Proudly serving clients that represent the world’s most innovative brands, and in collaboration with our powerful technology partner ecosystem, we bring deep industry expertise and data-driven design to redefine how businesses run and succeed. Perficient is different. For real. Learn more at perficient.com .