Microsoft Solutions Architect
PST / MST Time Zone | $90-95/hr | W2 | 3-month contract with potential for extension
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Solutions Architect with a strong background in designing, deploying, and delivering enterprise Digital Workplace solutions. This role requires deep technical expertise across Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, Intune/Endpoint Manager, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Purview, along with proven client-facing consulting experience.
The Microsoft Solutions Architect will serve as a subject matter expert in Microsoft technologies, supporting enterprise clients through solution design, project delivery, technical oversight, and consulting engagements. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Client Engagement & Solution Delivery
- Perform assessments, solution design, and implementations of Digital Workplace solutions across Microsoft technologies.
- Design and deploy solutions leveraging Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, Intune/Endpoint Manager, Teams, and Purview.
- Deliver customer-facing workshops covering Microsoft 365 Copilot, Security, Data Governance, and Teams.
- Lead large and complex engagements, including managing client relationships and ensuring successful project delivery.
- Provide technical oversight for project teams, identify delivery gaps, support escalations, and ensure projects remain on track.
- Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to engineers, IT managers, and executive stakeholders.
- Support project scoping and, as needed, the development and presentation of Statements of Work (SOWs) and Service Orders.
Technical Leadership & Business Development
- Coach and mentor team members and contribute to their professional development.
- Review and contribute to engagement deliverables and work products.
- Collaborate with presales teams to scope engagements, define timelines, and develop proposal content.
- Identify opportunities for additional client services and collaborate with sales teams to support business growth.
- Contribute to internal and external presentations, industry events, marketing initiatives, and technical thought leadership.
- Develop best practices, reference architectures, and technical resources to enhance team capabilities.
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in Microsoft environment architecture and solution design across on-premises and cloud-based services.
- Hands-on experience designing and deploying solutions for:
- Microsoft 365 (M365)
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Purview
- Proven client-facing consulting experience, including direct interaction with technical and executive stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of Exchange Online, Azure Active Directory, Active Directory, Microsoft security and compliance, and endpoint management.
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting.
- Experience supporting, administering, and architecting on-premises and cloud-based environments supporting 1,000+ concurrent users.
- Ability to perform non-cloud-related technical work, including configuration of on-premises Microsoft technologies such as Active Directory and Certificate Services.
- Strong understanding of the broader Microsoft technology stack.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to translate business, operational, and financial objectives into effective technical solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Windows 365 or Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
- Experience with public cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or GCP.
- Experience with third-party Microsoft ecosystem solutions such as Quest, ShareGate, or BitTitan.
- Bachelor's degree preferred; relevant technical certifications and professional experience will also be considered.
Required Certifications
Candidates must possess at least one certification from each of the following categories:
- Microsoft Teams Administrator Associate OR Endpoint Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Information Security Administrator Associate OR Information Protection and Compliance Administrator Associate
Recommended Certifications
- Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty
- Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Microsoft Information Protection and Compliance Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate
- Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert
Desired Skills
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and provide project oversight.
- Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills across technical teams, business units, and client organizations.
- Experience contributing to project scoping, Statements of Work, Service Orders, and proposals.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to develop and deliver presentations to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to adapt communication style to different audiences.
- Ability to work independently with minimal management oversight.
- Strong commitment to timely communication and meeting project deliverables.
- Comfortable participating in extended client and project meetings.
Work Arrangement
- Location: Remote, with occasional onsite travel as needed
- Duration: 3 months to start, with potential for extension
- Hours: Minimum 32 hours per week
- Time Zone: Must be available to work PST or MST business hours
- Location Preference: Candidates residing in Western states are strongly preferred. Candidates outside of Western states will receive lower priority.
