Key skills
Azure PlatformCloud MigrationHybrid NetworkingAzure Kubernetes ServiceTechnical Pre-salesEnterprise PlatformsCloud InfrastructureSecurity ComplianceTechnical ConsultingNetworking KnowledgeStakeholder EngagementSQLAIAzureKubernetesAKSPostgreSQLOraclePerformance OptimizationSAPLeadershipSales
About this role
Microsoft is a global leader in technology and innovation, and they are seeking a Solution Engineer focused on Cloud & AI Infrastructure. In this role, you will help customers design secure and scalable cloud architectures on the Azure platform, guiding them through migration and modernization efforts while leveraging AI capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Drive technical sales by using technical demos, proofs of concept, and technical architecture accelerators to influence solution design and enable deployments
- Lead architecture sessions and technical workshops to accelerate Azure adoption
- Build trusted relationships with platforms leads to co-design secure, scalable solutions
- Resolve technical blockers by collaborating with engineering and sharing customer insights
- Maintain expertise in cloud migration (Windows, SQL, Linux, PostgreSQL, app workloads), resiliency, security, and compliance
- Deepen knowledge of enterprise apps (SAP, Oracle) and Azure VMware Solution (AVS)
- Represent Microsoft in customer forums and technical communities through thought leadership
- Embody our culture and values
Requirements:
- 3+ years of technical pre-sales or technical consulting experience
- OR a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field AND 2+ years of technical pre-sales or technical consulting experience
- OR a master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field AND 1+ year(s) of technical pre-sales or technical consulting experience
- OR equivalent experience
- Microsoft is unable to sponsor a work visa for this role due to the nature of the role's job duties
- 6+ years of technical pre-sales, technical consulting, or technology delivery, or related experience
- Familiarity with enterprise platforms such as SAP, Oracle, and ISVs like NetApp, VMware, and RedHat
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, and Public Sector compliance standards
- Proven experience in cloud infrastructure, including migration of workloads such as Windows, SQL, Linux, and PostgreSQL
- Experience designing or selling solutions involving hybrid networking, secure connectivity, or network performance optimization in enterprise environments
- Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), App Platform, and containerization strategies
- Strong understanding of Azure services, including security, compliance, and hybrid cloud scenarios
- Ability to engage technical and business stakeholders to design and deploy scalable, secure cloud solutions