DE-Lead Azure Solution Architect-ALS-WL-GDSN02

Job Title

Career Family - Azure Senior Solution Architect

Your key responsibilities

• Strong background in Azure Cloud Platform, with the ability to position and modernize enterprise workloads on Azure
• Ability to design and document end-to-end solution architectures, ensuring alignment with business requirements, scalability, and best practices.
• Experience in preparing comprehensive RFP/RFI responses, including solution recommendations, effort estimation, and technical differentiation.
• Deep knowledge of Azure Well-Architected Framework and cloud design principles including reliability, security, cost optimization, and performance efficiency
• Strong expertise in delivering technical presentations and solution storytelling, effectively communicating complex architecture concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver Proof of Concepts (PoCs) and technical demonstrations to validate solutions and showcase business value.

Skills and attributes for success

• Drive successful cloud adoption and modernization by effectively positioning Azure capabilities and enabling migration or transformation of enterprise workloads with measurable business outcomes
• Achieve a high success rate in winning RFP/RFI opportunities by providing well-structured responses, accurate estimations, and strong technical differentiation
• Ensure all proposed solutions adhere to the Azure Well-Architected Framework, resulting in improved reliability, security posture, performance efficiency, and optimized cost management
• Deliver impactful technical presentations and solution narratives that clearly articulate value, influencing customer decision-making across both technical and business stakeholders
• Successfully create and execute Proof of Concepts (PoCs) and demos that validate architectural approaches and demonstrate tangible business benefits to customers
• Build strong customer confidence by translating complex technical concepts into actionable insights, driving engagement, trust, and long-term partnerships

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar certifications.
• Experience: At least 15 Years of experience in a pre-sales role with a focus on Azure technologies.
• Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile development practices and methodologies.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.

Education

• Degree: Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience