Microsoft Azure Architect

The Microsoft Azure Architect is a senior technical expert responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. This client-facing role balances hands-on technical work, presales consulting, and internal innovation, driving both client success and Marco's product/service evolution. The Microsoft Azure Architect will collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish cloud strategy, ensure technical excellence, and deliver innovative solutions that align with Marco's business objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Hands-On Technical Contributor (50%) - approximately 50% of time on client-facing technical projects as an individual contributor (subject to change based on Marco business needs).

• Architect, implement, and optimize complex client Microsoft Azure solutions across platform services (beyond simple IaaS / VMs), including PaaS, serverless, data, security, and integration services.
• Serve as a technical expert and individual contributor on client projects, ensuring best practices and high-quality deliverables.
• Troubleshoot, review, and enhance existing client Microsoft Azure deployments for performance, reliability, security, and cost efficiency.
• Lead migration and modernization initiatives for legacy client systems to Microsoft Azure.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as ARM, Bicep, or Terraform.
• Design and implement automation for deployment, monitoring, and management of client Microsoft Azure resources.
• Ensure compliance with security, governance, and regulatory requirements in client cloud environments.

Presales Consulting (25%) - approximately 25% of time on presales consulting and architecture acting as a sales/solutions engineer (SE) to Marco clients and prospects (subject to change based on Marco business needs).

• Collaborate with the Marco sales organization and individual Marco sellers to understand client needs and propose tailored Microsoft Azure solutions.
• Lead technical discovery sessions, solution presentations, and proof-of-concept engagements with clients and prospects.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance during the sales cycle, including RFP responses and solution architecture documentation.
• Develop and present technical proposals, statements of work, and project plans.
• Attend demand generation events, speaking engagements, and other Marco-sponsored events.
• Attend in-person and virtual meetings with clients and prospects.
• Collaborate with other sales engineers within Marco to provide expert-level guidance and knowledge