Avanade Data Platform Offering brThe Avanade Data Platform offering assists clients in organizing and optimizing their data estates using Microsoft cloud technologies. This comprehensive platform supports solutions using technologies as Microsoft Fabric, Internet of Things (Io T), Advanced Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI), enabling clients to realize the full potential of their data-driven initiatives. brRole Overview: Data Platform Solution Architect brAs a Data Platform Solution Architect, you will collaborate with clients to identify, document, and translate their business strategies and requirements into tailored solutions and services on Azure. These solutions help clients achieve their business objectives through advanced data capabilities. The scope of work includes diverse data types, such as batch, and real-time data, and leverages advanced analytics functionalities. brWe cover the entire data stack, including data ingestion and storage, data modeling, machine learning, and data interaction and visualization, utilizing Microsoft Azure technologies, especially Microsoft Fabric and Azure Databricks. Additionally, a general understanding of related cloud services, such as APIs, Microservices, and Security Services (Azure Active Directory, Azure Key Vault), is necessary. Familiarity with Dev Ops practices for data pipelines is also valued. brYou will be responsible for delivering relevant and sustainable customer technical proposals, drawing on your expertise in Data Platform and Analytics solutions. This role is part of the Avanade Data AI Practice and emphasizes selecting the optimal architecture and delivery approach to balance costs, capabilities, and risks, ensuring clients achieve their desired business outcomes. brAs a technical counterpart to Business Developers and Account Leads, you will support sales by providing technical expertise, serving as a customer interface for Avanade's technology solutions, offerings, and capabilities throughout the sales process. brKey Role Responsibilities brDevelop technical value propositions that address customer needs and differentiate Avanade positively. brCreate technical architectures tailored to client requirements. brBuild technical relationships with customer IT teams, mapping business and technology challenges to effective Data solutions. brLead scope definition, approach, and estimation for technical proposal development activities. brSupport negotiation and contracting by balancing scope, resources, and milestone requirements. brAnalyze current business practices, processes, and procedures, while identifying future opportunities to leverage Microsoft Azure Data Analytics Paa S and Saa S Services. brIdentify and prioritize in-demand technical skills for Delivery Teams to guide training and development efforts. Job Qualifications brProven client experience in defining Data architectures that balance cost, capability, and risk to meet business objectives. brStrong understanding of AI, Data, Paa S, and Dev Ops value propositions and technologies within the Microsoft Azure platform, especially with Microsoft Fabric (including Power BI) and Azure Databricks brDemonstrated ability to translate business use cases and requirements into technical solutions. brAbility to solve business problems using one or more Azure Data and Analytics services, combined with an agile approach. brCapacity to build strong technical credibility with customers and internal delivery teams. brProven delivery background and substantial technology consulting experience. brEagerness to learn new solutions and architecture patterns and apply them effectively. brHigh customer focus and commercial sensitivity. brStrong oral and written communication skills. brAbility to develop and foster customer relationships.