Quisitive is hiring a
Microsoft Solution Architect – Application Development

Summary

The job description is for a Microsoft Application Development Solution Architect at Quisitive, a global Microsoft services partner. The role involves aligning with the presales and delivery teams to lead technical platform architecture and solution roadmaps for customers, guiding them in leveraging their Microsoft investments through architecture, implementation, and AI Assessment process.

Requirements

• Extensive technical architecture experience in Microsoft cloud technology solutions and/or consulting, preferably with a Microsoft Systems Integrator
• In-depth knowledge of .NET framework, C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server, Azure services, and related Microsoft technologies
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices
• Ability to assess a customers' knowledge of the Azure platform and overall cloud readiness
• Experience and desire to contribute technical architecture expertise to customer engagements while also being a strategic advisor in the engagement delivery process
• Ensure that solutions adhere to security policies and privacy best practices, integrating security measures throughout the development lifecycle
• Ability to advise customers and translate Microsoft platform strategies into viable customer solutions from Proof of Concept (“PoC”) and architecture designs to production
• Ability to identify and communicate value-add opportunities
• Comprehensive knowledge of Azure technology trends, market dynamics, competitive landscape, and industry priorities
• Strong business acumen and a credible, professional appearance
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to develop productive customer/team relationships and work across functional boundaries
• Ability to position self as a trusted advisor; effectively engage and influence business stakeholders, discern business needs, and translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and work independently (or in a team) to accomplish goals
• Ability to successfully handle multiple work streams and embrace change in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism while managing to deadlines and shifting priorities
• A promoter of trust and teamwork
• Ability to delegate, motivate and influence
• Desire to be a technical mentor and leader providing guidance on architecture principles, design patterns, and development best practices
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills
• Strong problem solving, decision making, time management, and organizational skills
• Innovative thinker with a desire and aptitude to always be learning and adapt to new business and/or functional concepts
• Commitment to quality work
• Relevant Microsoft certifications
• Ability to travel when required (typically 10%-25%)
• Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or other related field

Responsibilities

• Provide Microsoft Azure architecture thought leadership that are impactful to our AI Assessment programs
• Lead strategic and technical conversations with prospective and existing customers; recommend and accelerate customer adoption of Microsoft platform solutions; and help remove roadblocks that hinder a customer’s journey through their analytics and data transformation
• Share expert perspective and knowledge gained with business leaders and stakeholders to provide awareness and guidance in making informed, strategic business decisions, and increasing platform adoption through customer insights and feedback

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience in and comprehension of analytics technologies such as Azure OpenAI, SQL Server, Azure Synapse, Azure ML, Azure Cognitive Services, Azure Data Factory, Big Data, Data Lake, Azure Databricks, Power BI, Power Apps, etc
• Experience with multiple model companies such as OpenAI, Meta, Mixtral, Anthropic, and Microsoft
• Experience with AI Tools such as Prompt Flow, Semantic Kernel, LangChain

Benefits

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