Presales Solution Architect - Azure, Data & AI

About this role

Why SoftwareOne?

SoftwareOne is a global software and cloud solutions provider and distributor, powered by around 12,000 people across more than 70 countries. But what really makes us SoftwareOne is our people: curious minds, different perspectives, and talented teams working together to solve real challenges and create meaningful impact. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, explore new possibilities, and build a career that’s uniquely yours, while helping shape what’s next in technology.

The role

Are you passionate about designing intelligent, data-driven solutions that help businesses make smarter decisions?

Do you thrive on solving complex challenges using cutting-edge cloud and AI technologies?

Are you ready to be a trusted advisor, shaping the future of data and AI for leading enterprises?

At SoftwareOne, you’ll join a global, diverse team of professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences. We empower our teams to innovate, collaborate, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs.

As a Presales Solution Architect – Azure Data & AI, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing data analytics and AI solutions on the Azure platform. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design end-to-end solutions, and provide technical guidance to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing architectures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design end-to-end data and AI solutions.
• Leverage deep expertise in Azure services (e.g., Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Machine Learning, Microsoft Purview, Fabric, Azure Cognitive Services, Azure OpenAI) to architect robust platforms.
• Design and optimize data models to support reporting, analytics, and business intelligence needs.
• Architect solutions for scalability, performance, and cost-efficiency, considering data volume, query complexity, and user concurrency.
• Define data integration strategies to extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from various sources, ensuring data consistency and quality.
• Implement security measures and best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

What we need to see from you

• Experience in solution architecture or presales roles, with a focus on data analytics and Azure cloud technologies (no specific years required).
• Extensive hands-on experience with Azure services such as Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Machine Learning, Microsoft Purview, Fabric, Azure Cognitive Services, Azure OpenAI, and Power BI.
• Solid understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, data warehousing, and data governance principles.
• Ability to design secure, scalable, and high-performing architectures.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Work closely withWork closely with data engineers, data scientists, business analysts, and partners to understand needs and provide technical guidance.

Job Function

Sales Accommodations

SoftwareOne welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, email us at [email protected].    Please include the role for which you are applying and your country location. Someone from our organization that is not part of the decision-making process will be in touch to discuss your specific needs and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Any information shared will be stored securely and treated in the strictest of confidence in line with GDPR.  

At SoftwareOne, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  Additionally, we encourage experienced individuals that have taken an intentional career break and are now prepared to return to work to explore our SOAR program.