Azure Technical Architect

As an Azure Technical Architect in the pre-sales team at Bechtle, you will be responsible
for engaging with potential clients to understand their business requirements and architecting cloud solutions that leverage Microsoft Azure technologies. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, customer-facing skills, and a deep understanding of Azure services to design solutions that meet and exceed client expectations.

Job Role Responsibilities

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-Engage with potential clients to understand their business requirements, challenges, and technology landscape.
-Design and architect scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions on Microsoft Azure that meet the client's business and technical requirements.
-Present and explain the proposed solutions to clients, including the value proposition, technical details, and implementation roadmap.
-Collaborate with the sales team to align the technical solution with the client's business objectives and sales strategies.
-Conduct technical workshops and proof-of-concepts (POCs) to demonstrate the feasibility and benefits of the Azure solutions.
-Keep abreast of the latest Azure services and technologies, as well as industry trends, to ensure proposed solutions are innovative and competitive.
-Act as a liaison between the sales team and technical teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment on solution design and implementation.
-Provide feedback to the sales team and relevant pillars on client needs and market trends to help shape future Azure offerings.
-Develop and maintain technical documentation related to solution architecture and design.
-When required, work alongside Professional Services team supporting in project delivery/implementation.

Job Requirements

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-Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges.
-Self-motivated and ambitious with a positive attitude.
-Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
-Team oriented mindset.
-Ability to work within a fast-paced environment where work and fun are the key ingredients.
-Ability to build strong rapport with delivery partners.
-Ability to work as part of a team and display teamwork.

What we offer

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-Hybrid Working (3 days in/2 days out).
-Starting Salary of £50k +OTE
-Location - Northampton, Brackmills Industrial Estate
-Culture - Social events, Supportive, Fun, Hard working.
-Perks - Incentives (holidays, vouchers, lunches, spot prizes).
-Top of the range technology in office and for home working (laptops, screens, latest iPhone, etc)
-Subsidised health care/medical benefits
-Annual Leave - 25-30

• days plus B. H's + optional 2 weeks unpaid. Increases with time spent

-Progression Plan - training & mentor programme.

Experience

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-Desirable, bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
-Certifications in Microsoft Azure, such as the Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate, are highly desirable.
-Experience in a customer-facing role, preferably in pre-sales, consulting, or technical sales.
-Experience in designing and implementing cloud-based solutions, with a strong understanding of cloud architecture principles and best practices.
-Deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure Compute, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Azure Security and Azure Virtual Desktop.

Reports to:

Head of Cloud - Technical

Jenny Careless | Human Resources | # | +44 (0) # #

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-Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges.
-Self-motivated and ambitious with a positive attitude.
-Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
-Team oriented mindset.
-Ability to work within a fast-paced environment where work and fun are the key ingredients.
-Ability to build strong rapport with delivery partners.
-Ability to work as part of a team and display teamwork., Desirable, bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
-Certifications in Microsoft Azure, such as the Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate, are highly desirable.
-Experience in a customer-facing role, preferably in pre-sales, consulting, or technical sales.
-Experience in designing and implementing cloud-based solutions, with a strong understanding of cloud architecture principles and best practices.
-Deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure Compute, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Azure Security and Azure Virtual Desktop.

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-Hybrid Working (3 days in/2 days out).
-Starting Salary of £50k +OTE
-Location - Northampton, Brackmills Industrial Estate
-Culture - Social events, Supportive, Fun, Hard working.
-Perks - Incentives (holidays, vouchers, lunches, spot prizes).
-Top of the range technology in office and for home working (laptops, screens, latest iPhone, etc)
-Subsidised health care/medical benefits
-Annual Leave - 25-30
• days plus B. H's + optional 2 weeks unpaid. Increases with time spent

-Progression Plan - training & mentor programme.