Microsoft Cloud Solution Architect - Azure Infrastructure 

Netherlands, North Holland 

335210302

Join our team as a Cloud Solution Architect (CSA), where you will be responsible for 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.

Education

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Experience

• Extensive experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, IT consulting/support, systems administration, network operations, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting.
• Proven experience in cloud infrastructure and architecture.
• Demonstrated ability to build deep technical relationships with senior IT executives in large or highly strategic accounts.
• Strong business acumen to quickly understand the customer’s industry and business for relevant discussions with business drivers.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills to address customer issues through cloud technologies.
• Acknowledged for driving collabrations, resolving conflicts, and ensuring follow-through with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to orchestrate, colaborate, and influence virtual teams, ensuring successful implementation of customer projects.
• Excellent presentation skills with a high degree of comfort with both large and small audiences (Senior Executives, IT management, Database administrators, and Data Scientists).

Technical Skills

• Enterprise-scale technical experience with cloud and hybrid infrastructures, architecture designs, application migrations, and technology management.
• Strong technical aptitude and experience to learn new technologies and understand relevant cloud trends.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud development platforms.
• Understanding of partner ecosystems and the ability to leverage partner solutions to solve customer needs.
• Breadth of technical experience and knowledge, with depth/Subject Matter Expertise in two or more of the following areas:
  • Enterprise Landing zones
  • Container and cloud infrastructure
  • Cloud migrations
  • Cloud operations and optimization

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

• Technical collaboration : You will be responsible for 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 vision 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.