Cloud Solution Architecture at Microsoft

Paris, Ile-de-France, France -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cloud Architecture, Solution Design, Partner Enablement, Technical Innovation, Architecture Reviews, Digital Transformation, Cloud Platforms, Generative AI, SaaS Services, Microsoft 365, Security Best Practices, Governance Best Practices, Change Management, Windows Virtualization, Technical Consulting, Software Development, Problem Solving

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview With a vision to "Build and sell Microsoft AI, Cloud applications, services, and devices with partners, empowering people and organizations to achieve more", SME&C Global Channel Partner Sales (GCPS) is responsible for driving revenue outcomes with partners through innovative solutions–at scale. The Global Channel Partner Sales team delivers SME&C growth and market share across AI Business Solutions, Cloud & AI Platforms, and Security within GPS by capturing total addressable market (TAM) and accelerating cloud growth at scale through our top Channel Sales partner. Our approach is grounded in Cloud Solution Provider acceleration, co-sell precision, and performance accountability—executed consistently across all solution areas and every stage of the Microsoft Customer Engagement Methodology (MCEM) Win Formula. We are committed to delivering on our segment and revenue accountabilities by aligning execution with measurable impact, fostering partner transformation, and enabling scalable, outcome-driven growth. As a Partner Solution Architect for AI Workforce, you will guide the development of business solutions, provide deep technical insights, and accelerate the growth of Microsoft Tech priorities, especially around technology such as Copilot. You will work closely with partners to understand their technical requirements and business objectives, and guide them through architectural design sessions, developing proof of concepts, and help them transition from legacy systems to modern AI workforce solutions, ensuring that their solutions are optimized for performance and cost-efficiency and drive customer adoption of AI. Join our team as a Partner Solution Architect and play a pivotal role in guiding our most significant partners to designing and implementing innovative scalable, secure, and efficient cloud architectures that meet market needs. By leveraging your skills in technical leadership, cloud computing, software development, problem solving and systems architecture, you will drive business impact by enabling digital transformation, optimizing performance, and driving innovation through the effective use of cloud technologies. Responsibilities With a vision to "Build and sell Microsoft AI, Cloud applications, services, and devices with partners, empowering people and organizations to achieve more", SME&C Global Channel Partner Sales (GCPS) is responsible for driving revenue outcomes with partners through innovative solutions–at scale. The Global Channel Partner Sales team delivers SME&C growth and market share across AI Business Solutions, Cloud & AI Platforms, and Security within GPS by capturing total addressable market (TAM) and accelerating cloud growth at scale through our top Channel Sales partner. Our approach is grounded in Cloud Solution Provider acceleration, co-sell precision, and performance accountability—executed consistently across all solution areas and every stage of the Microsoft Customer Engagement Methodology (MCEM) Win Formula. We are committed to delivering on our segment and revenue accountabilities by aligning execution with measurable impact, fostering partner transformation, and enabling scalable, outcome-driven growth. As a Partner Solution Architect for AI Workforce, you will guide the development of business solutions, provide deep technical insights, and accelerate the growth of Microsoft Tech priorities, especially around technology such as Copilot. You will work closely with partners to understand their technical requirements and business objectives, and guide them through architectural design sessions, developing proof of concepts, and help them transition from legacy systems to modern AI workforce solutions, ensuring that their solutions are optimized for performance and cost-efficiency and drive customer adoption of AI. Join our team as a Partner Solution Architect and play a pivotal role in guiding our most significant partners to designing and implementing innovative scalable, secure, and efficient cloud architectures that meet market needs. By leveraging your skills in technical leadership, cloud computing, software development, problem solving and systems architecture, you will drive business impact by enabling digital transformation, optimizing performance, and driving innovation through the effective use of cloud technologies. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field AND adequate experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, information technology (IT) consulting/support, systems administration, network operations, software development/support, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting OR master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business or related field AND experience in technical consulting, technical consultative selling, product development, or related OR equivalent experience. Proven experience in cloud architecture, solution design, and partner enablement, particularly in large-scale or global engagements Demonstrated ability to lead technical innovation workshops, architecture reviews, and build-to-consume engagements with partners Adequate related experience in technology IP solutions or services development, with a deep understanding of digital transformation business drivers, cloud platforms, and emerging cloud trends like generative AI (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE) and SaaS (Software as a Service) services Strong background and in-depth knowledge of cloud technologies, with a focus on Microsoft Workforce/ Modern Work Cloud Offerings (Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365) M365 tenant management Security, governance, and data access best practices Adoption and Change management (Prosci) Build Copilot extensions or Windows virtualization – W365 & AVD Adequate experience working in a customer-facing role (e.g., internal and/or external) Adequate experience working on technical projects Technical Certification in Cloud (e.g., Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google, security certifications Fluency in French, French-speaking Belgium / Luxembourg and Fluency in English This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Responsibilities

As a Partner Solution Architect for AI Workforce, you will guide the development of business solutions and provide deep technical insights. You will work closely with partners to understand their technical requirements and business objectives, guiding them through architectural design sessions and developing proof of concepts.