Senior Cloud Solution Architect (CSA)

at  Microsoft

Join our team as a Senior Cloud Solution Architect (CSA), where you will lead the technical strategy and architecture for our high-potential customers. In this role, you will be responsible for the technical feasibility, proposal development, and ensuring a smooth transition for customers adopting Azure. You will oversee the end-to-end cloud services consumption and deployment, with a focus on IaaS and evolving PaaS/SaaS workloads. Your expertise will be instrumental in guiding the technical and security architecture within Azure, influencing the migration approach, and executing proof of concepts when necessary.
At Microsoft, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, particularly those who will contribute to the diversity of our team. As a CSA, you will embody our culture of customer obsession, inclusion, agility, and learning. You will serve as a trusted advisor, offering solutions that resonate with customer contexts and driving new business opportunities. Your role is integral to building strong, lasting partnerships with our customers.

REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field AND several years of 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
• Experience in cloud infrastructure architecture.

ADDITIONAL OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field AND several years of 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 several years of experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting
• OR equivalent experience.
• Several years of experience working in a customer-facing role (e.g., internal and/or external).
• Several years of experience leading technical projects.
• Technical Certification in Cloud (e.g., Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google, security certifications).
  Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations

As a Senior Cloud Solution Architect (CSA), your key responsibilities will include:

• Technical Leadership: You will lead the technical strategy and architecture discussions with our high-potential customers, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of their technical requirements and alignment with Azure’s capabilities.
• Solution Development: You will develop detailed proposals and plans for cloud service consumption and deployment, focusing on Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS) solutions.
• Customer Engagement: You will engage with customers to understand their business objectives and technical landscape, providing expert guidance and support throughout their cloud adoption journey.
• Technical Architecture: You will design and implement secure, scalable, and resilient technical and security architectures within Azure, influencing the migration approach and executing proof of concepts when necessary.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: You will work closely with sales, engineering, and support teams to ensure a seamless customer experience and the successful delivery of Azure solutions.
• Continuous Learning: You will stay abreast of the latest cloud technologies and industry trends, continuously enhancing your skills and knowledge to provide innovative solutions to our customers.

This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact on the success of our customers’ cloud initiatives. If you are passionate about cloud computing and eager to drive technical excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our team at Microsoft.