Cloud Solutions Architect — Enterprise Partnerships

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Microsoft was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen. Our mission is to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more. With over 180,000 employees, we are one of the largest and most successful technology companies in the world. We are passionate about innovation, customer satisfaction, and making a positive impact on society.

At Microsoft, we value collaboration, creativity, and a growth mindset. Our culture is built on a foundation of transparency, accountability, and a passion for learning. We have achieved many successes over the years, including the development of the Windows operating system and the Office productivity suite.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Cloud Solutions Architect in our Enterprise Partnerships team, you will work with our largest customers to design and implement cloud solutions that meet their business needs. You will report to our Senior Director of Cloud Architecture and will have a significant impact on our customer relationships and revenue growth. In this role, you will lead the development of cloud architecture roadmaps and will collaborate with our sales teams to identify new opportunities and close deals.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and deliver cloud architecture roadmaps for our largest customers. Collaborate with our sales teams to identify new opportunities and close deals. Lead the development of cloud solutions that meet the business needs of our customers. Design and implement cloud infrastructure solutions using Azure and other Microsoft technologies. Work with our engineering teams to develop and test cloud-based solutions. Collaborate with our customers to understand their business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Develop and maintain cloud architecture documentation and best practices.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, engineering, or a related field. In-depth knowledge of Azure and other Microsoft cloud technologies. Experience designing and implementing cloud solutions for large enterprises. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 12+ years of experience in cloud architecture, engineering, or a related field. Certification in cloud architecture or a related field (e.g. MCSE: Cloud). Experience with cloud security and compliance. Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g. Jenkins, Docker).

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

Salary range: 50,000 - 80,000 EUR per year. Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan. 25 days of paid vacation per year. 5 days of paid personal time per year. 10% learning and development budget. Flexible remote work policy with 2 days per week remote work. Collaborative and dynamic team culture. Growth opportunities within the company.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our Enterprise Partnerships team is a group of experienced professionals who work closely with our largest customers to design and implement cloud solutions that meet their business needs. We are a collaborative and dynamic team that is passionate about innovation and customer satisfaction. We are looking for a talented Cloud Solutions Architect to join our team and help us drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for this role. We expect to fill this position within 6-8 weeks after the job posting.

📋 Job Details

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Microsoft. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.