Lead Pre-Sales Solution Architect – Data, Analytics, AI & Automation (Microsoft Focus)

10+ years of experience in data, analytics, and solution architecture roles Proven success in a pre-sales or client-facing architecture role Deep understanding of Microsoft Azure data services: Azure Synapse, Data Factory, Data Lake, Databricks/Spark, Fabric, etc. Experience with Power BI (Pro & Premium) Experience with Azure AI, Machine Learning, and Robotic Process Automation Experience aligning modern data architectures to business strategies in the manufacturing or industrial sector Experience scoping, pricing, and estimating delivery efforts Clear and confident communicator Knowledge of Microsoft D365 and integration is a plus

Lead strategic discovery sessions with clients Define solution architectures and delivery roadmaps Scope, estimate, and present proposals for projects Partner with Sales to develop business cases Represent MCA Connect in client presentations and events Architect end-to-end data and analytics solutions using Microsoft Azure Evaluate data readiness and design cloud migration plans Build scalable, secure, and performant cloud-native solutions Oversee solution quality from ideation to delivery handoff Support sales consultants Collaborate with Delivery teams Contribute to thought leadership and IP development Explore new Azure capabilities, Generative AI, and Fabric