Leading organizations’ - corporations, non-profits, government departments, look to Avanade to help them make the most of their investment in Microsoft and to push the boundaries of digital innovation. The result? Interesting work that is well supported, always evolving and sure to keep you engaged and interested. Together we go beyond. Come join us As a Microsoft Software Integration Architect / Integration Lead at Avanade, you will participate in presales engagements, providing expert services to solution large complex deals that center on Azure Integration Services. You will lead the delivery team and provide Integration Architecture and Implementation guidance and direction leveraging your deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure and .Net Platforms. You are also seen as a technology leader within the Software Engineering community and you routinely share your knowledge on bleeding edge topics in community and internal events. What you’ll do * Contribute across all phases of Avanade projects (e.g. Plan, Analyse, Design, Build and Test) * Leverage technical expertise to Architect, Design and Implement * Custom software solutions - greenfield and brownfield * Integration Platform Solutions * Integration Platform Migration Solutions * Liaise effectively between clients, IT staff, and business partners to ensure high quality and timely delivery * Assess Client requirements and scope and recommend appropriate solutions * Design Conceptual and Technical architecture * Ensure project quality meets high technical standards * Partner with cross-functional technology and design teams to ensure consistent, positive client interaction and solution delivery * Support the team in defining technical, operational and user requirements * Oversee the timely and effective resolution of client issues * Work under general guidance and direction, but fully independent in own work with latitude for autonomous decision-making related to work process * Participate in Pre-Sales engagements, meeting tight timelines * Assist in Sales activities and planning as required * Travel as needed. You may be required to travel based on presales and project demands Skills & Experiences About you * You are familiar with the core Microsoft offerings and an understanding of broader Microsoft Ecosystem e.g. D365 CRM, Data & AI and Security * You have consulting experience working with external clients * You have client management skills and the ability to work with clients to develop and manage an action plan * You have implementation experience across multiple industries e.g. Health and Public Sector, Resources, Utilities, Retail, Logistics, Communications and Media, Insurance, Professional Services and Banking * You have experience working with global/offshore teams on Microsoft technology implementation and maintenance projects desirable * You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills * You have pre-Sales experience especially with right-fit solutioning based on high level or ambiguous requirements and a good understanding of pricing strategies * You are experienced with proposal Writing, Product Demonstration and Presentations Please note that we can only consider people who are Australian Citizens due to client and projects. Technical Characteristics desired for this role * Architecting large complex Integration Platform solutions using the Microsoft Stack * Experience in Microsoft Azure, .Net Platforms, Azure DevOps, API * Solid understanding of Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework for Azure * Solid understanding of Microsoft Azure Well-Architected Framework * Experience working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery models Desirable Certifications * AZ-204: Azure Developer Associate * AZ-305 Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Enjoy your career Some of the best things about working at Avanade * Opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications) * Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally * Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth * Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you Find out more about some of our benefits here. A great place to work As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you’ll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You’ll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It’s all here, so take a closer look! Together we do what matters. We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our Inclusion & Diversity page. Create a future for our people that focuses on * Expanding your thinking * Experimenting courageously * Learning and pivoting Inspire greatness in our people by * Empowering every voice * Encouraging boldness * Celebrating progress Accelerate the impact of our people by * Amazing the client * Prioritizing what matters * Acting as one We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Avanade believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants, or job seekers because of their race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protect group status as defined by law.