Senior Solutions Architect - EMEA
About Virtasant
Virtasant is a global technology services company with a network of over 4,000 technology professionals across 130+ countries. We specialize in cloud architecture, migration, and optimization, helping enterprises scale efficiently while maintaining cost control.
Our clients range from Fortune 500 companies to fast-growing startups, relying on us to build high-performance software, migrate applications, and optimize cloud infrastructure at scale.
The Role: Senior Solutions Architect
This is a high-impact, client-facing role that requires a combination of deep technical expertise, strategic consulting skills, and strong problem-solving ability. The Senior Solutions Architect will be responsible for designing and optimizing cloud solutions, leading transformations, and owning technical delivery for our clients.
This role is ideal for a proactive, self-directed leader who thrives in a fast-moving environment, can navigate ambiguity, and is comfortable challenging stakeholders to drive the right outcomes.
You will be responsible for:
Architecting cloud solutions that balance performance, security, and cost-efficiency
Engaging with clients & C-level executives to translate business needs into technical roadmaps
Driving transformation initiatives from cloud migrations to long-term cloud optimization strategies
Owning cloud infrastructure & operations defining best practices, governance, and automation
Solving complex problems that others may not even recognize, ensuring scalable & sustainable solutions
Leading technical teams while collaborating with business stakeholders to drive measurable impact
What We’re Looking For:
Proactive & Self-Directed – Takes full ownership of problems and drives solutions independently
Strong Problem-Solving Ability – Can articulate unique technical challenges they’ve solved that no one else identified
Comfortable with Uncertainty – Thrives in an environment where priorities shift and the day is never fully planned
Hands-On Approach – Willing to roll up their sleeves, diagnose issues, and actively implement solutions
Assertive When Needed – Capable of pushing back on stakeholders, advocating for best practices, and driving technical decisions
Client-Facing & Consultative – Comfortable engaging with C-level executives and technical teams, ensuring alignment between business and technology
Azure Cloud & FinOps Expertise – At least 5 years of Azure experience and a proven track record in cloud cost optimization
Your Background & Expertise
Technical Expertise
Azure Cloud & Architecture (5+ years)
Cloud Cost Optimization & FinOps (Reducing costs while maintaining performance)
Technical Leadership (Guiding engineering teams, defining best practices)
Software Development (2+ years of production-quality coding)
Complex Transformations (Cloud migrations, governance, multi-year execution)
Consulting & Business Acumen
Client-Facing Experience (Engaging with C-level and technical stakeholders)
Solution Design & Pre-Sales (Planning, estimates, and execution)
Stakeholder Management (Aligning technical and non-technical teams)
Strategic Thinking (Translating business goals into technical roadmaps)
Preferred Industry & Business Background
Cloud Consulting & Professional Services – Deep expertise in Azure solutions, FinOps, and cloud transformations
Enterprise IT & Digital Transformation – Leading cloud adoption, cost optimization, and automation
Technology & SaaS Companies – Designing scalable, multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud architectures
Financial Services & Banking – Cloud cost governance, compliance, and security in regulated environments
Large-Scale Cloud Migrations – Driving cloud modernization and transformation initiatives
Pre-Sales & Solution Architecture – Collaborating with sales, product, and engineering teams
Why Join Virtasant?
At Virtasant, we’re not just another services firm — we’re building a new model for global technology consulting. One that’s diverse, modern, and outcome-driven. We work with some of the world’s most ambitious organisations to help them transform, scale, and build capability.
Global Expertise & Remote Flexibility – Work from anywhere with a world-class team
Cutting-Edge Cloud Projects – Solve high-scale challenges for Fortune 500 clients
Career Growth & Thought Leadership – Lead transformation initiatives and shape industry best practices
High Autonomy, High Impact – Own technical decisions, drive change, and create value for clients
Innovative & Mission-Driven Culture – We prioritize excellence, creativity, and customer impact