Principal Architect – Microsoft Cloud (Azure, Data & AI)
Core
Define and drive technical strategy for Microsoft Cloud (Azure, Data, AI) solutions, acting as the technical face to clients and Microsoft to shape complex enterprise transformations.
Role type
Principal Architect / Center of Excellence Lead (Strategy & Architecture)
Builds
Enterprise-scale Azure, Data, and AI architectures; co-sell-ready solution plays and reusable IP.
Domain
Cloud Computing, Data & AI, Enterprise Architecture
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Enterprise architecture, Microsoft Azure platform, Data platforms (Fabric), AI platforms (OpenAI, Copilot), Strategic deal shaping, C-suite advisory, Global team orchestration, Solution architecture, Commercial value translation, Innovation leadership
Preferred skills
Microsoft certifications, Established Microsoft ecosystem relationships, Copilot/GenAI/Agentic AI expertise, Thought leadership, Industry depth (Financial Services, Retail, Healthcare, Energy, Telecom)
Technologies
Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Azure OpenAI, AI Studio, Copilot Studio, Semantic Kernel
Responsibilities
Lead Microsoft Center of Excellence and define technical vision; Shape technical strategy for large transformation deals; Define enterprise architectures for Azure, Data, and AI; Orchestrate cross-functional global v-teams; Lead first-of-kind transformation programs and co-innovation; Build co-sell-ready solutions and scalable IP; Act as technical north star for sales and engineering.
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership & mentorship
