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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Solution Architect - Cloud & AI Infrastructure - **Company:** Microsoft - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $86,100.0 - $169,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Databases, Linux, PostgreSQL, SQL Azure, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, AI Infrastructure, Computer Network Operations, Information Technology, Azure AKS, Cloud Migration - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/30faadbd-ea33-4f6f-ab44-34b814c72d2b ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field AND 2+ years experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, information technology (IT) consulting/support, systems administration, network operations, software development/support, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting OR equivalent experience., * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field AND 8+ years experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, information technology (IT) consulting/support, systems administration, network operations, software development/support, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Liberal Arts, or related field AND 6+ years experience in cloud/infrastructure technologies, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting OR equivalent experience. * 4+ years experience working in a customer-facing role (e.g., internal and/or external). * 4+ years experience working on technical projects. * Technical Certification in Cloud (e.g., Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google, security certifications). ## Description We're looking for a Cloud Solution Architect to help customers migrate, modernize and secure their infrastructure, applications, and data on Microsoft Azure, laying the foundation for scalable, production-ready AI solutions. As part of the Cloud & AI Infrastructure team, you'll deliver engagements focused on migration, modernization, operational excellence and resilient architecture using frameworks like Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework (WAF). You'll work closely with customer IT leaders to design and implement scalable solutions, resolve blockers, and accelerate adoption of Azure services through repeatable IP and delivery excellence. With deep expertise across Azure infrastructure, applications, databases, SAP, and hybrid environments, you'll play a key role in helping customers unlock the full value of their Microsoft Azure investments., * Create business value by translating customer challenges into actionable solutions aligned to high ROI customer outcomes. Ensure a seamless, connected experience that fosters satisfaction, loyalty, and long-term value. * Lead architectural design sessions and deliver secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure solutions aligned to customer business goals using frameworks like CAF and WAF. * Partner with technical and sales teams to identify opportunities and develop tailored solutions to drive expansion and business value realization. * Drive migration and modernization initiatives, including committed proof of concept and production milestones, across infrastructure, data, SAP, and AI workloads. * Ensure customer environments are optimized for health, resiliency, security, and performance-enabling production-scale AI use cases. * Deliver repeatable IP and contribute to centralized IP development to accelerate deployment and achieve targeted outcomes. * Identify and resolve technical blockers to accelerate go-live and ensure delivery excellence. * Generate incremental pipeline from each engagement by driving next best actions and aligning with business priorities. * Maintain technical intensity through continuous skilling and certifications in priority workloads such as Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, AKS, App Service, AVS, SAP (Native + RISE), Windows, Linux and Defender for Cloud. * Engage in technical communities, share best practices, and contribute to knowledge reuse to accelerate customer transformation and success. * Embody our culture and values ## Related Videos - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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