Solutions Architect II

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Solutions Architect II providing solution architecture for Microsoft Azure and M365. Collaborating with business stakeholders and technical teams to enhance business capabilities.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $109,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing Azure and Microsoft 365 solutions, with a strong focus on architecture governance, security standards, and compliance. Capable of leading technical teams and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver innovative cloud and AI solutions that enhance business productivity.

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Azure ArchitectureMicrosoft 365 SolutionsEnterprise Technology SolutionsAI Solutions EvaluationArchitecture Governance

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Hard Skills

Azure Virtual NetworksAzure App ServicesAzure FunctionsAzure SQLAzure MonitorMicrosoft Entra IDConditional AccessMicrosoft TeamsSharePoint OnlinePower Platform

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical Problem-SolvingCustomer FocusAbility to Influence DecisionsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft IntuneMicrosoft Defender SuiteAzure AI ServicesAzure OpenAIMicrosoft Copilot

Industry Keywords

Cloud GovernanceSecurity ArchitectureCompliance RequirementsAgile/ScrumEnterprise IT Organizations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudSQLVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with business stakeholders, product owners, project managers, and technical teams to understand business objectives and technical requirements
Design end-to-end cloud, collaboration, productivity, and AI solutions leveraging Azure and Microsoft 365 technologies
Develop architecture diagrams, technical standards, solution designs, implementation plans, and operational support models
Provide architectural leadership throughout the project lifecycle from concept through deployment and operational transition
Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture principles, security standards, governance requirements, and operational best practices
Evaluate solution tradeoffs involving performance, scalability, security, cost optimization, and business value
Participate in architecture reviews and provide guidance to engineering and delivery teams
Maintain ownership of architecture deliverables throughout project execution
Design and govern Azure landing zones, subscription strategies, identity architectures, and cloud governance models
Architect Azure solutions utilizing various services such as Azure Virtual Networks, Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Storage, Azure SQL, Azure Monitor, Azure Key Vault, Azure API Management, and Azure AI Services
Design hybrid-cloud and multi-cloud integration patterns where appropriate
Architect identity and security solutions utilizing Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Zero Trust principles
Design and optimize Microsoft 365 solutions including Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Power Platform, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender Suite, and Microsoft Intune
Develop governance and lifecycle management strategies for collaboration platforms
Architect modern workplace solutions that improve employee productivity and user experience
Evaluate and design AI-powered business solutions leveraging Microsoft technologies
Identify opportunities for intelligent automation, process optimization, and knowledge management
Collaborate with business teams to define responsible AI use cases and governance frameworks
Ensure AI solutions comply with enterprise security, privacy, compliance, and ethical AI standards
Collaborate with other architects, engineering teams, and technical domain owners to maintain awareness of current technology standards and strategic direction
Contribute to architecture standards, reference architectures, and best practices
Research emerging Microsoft cloud and AI technologies and recommend opportunities for adoption
Participate in technology roadmap development and architecture review boards
Communicate technical concepts effectively to business and technical audiences
Facilitate architecture workshops and design sessions
Mentor engineers and technical team members on solution design approaches
Build strong relationships across infrastructure, security, application development, data, and business teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
3-5 years of experience designing and implementing enterprise technology solutions
Minimum 3 years of experience working within large enterprise IT organizations
Minimum 3 years of experience delivering medium-to-large scale technology projects
Experience serving as a Solutions Architect, Senior Engineer, or equivalent technical leadership role
Deep understanding of Azure architecture and cloud-native design principles
Experience with Azure governance, networking, security, monitoring, and platform services
Experience designing enterprise-scale Azure environments
Experience architecting and supporting Microsoft 365 enterprise solutions
Strong understanding of Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Intune, and Power Platform
Experience with Microsoft security and compliance capabilities
Experience evaluating or implementing Microsoft AI solutions
Knowledge of Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services, and enterprise AI governance practices
Understanding of responsible AI principles and implementation considerations
Expertise in solution architecture methodologies and documentation
Experience with architecture governance processes and technical standards
Strong understanding of security architecture, identity management, and compliance requirements
Strong customer and business focus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Passion for innovation and emerging technologies
Ability to influence technical decisions without direct authority
Proven ability to bridge business strategy and technology execution
Working in Agile/Scrum and experience with Jira preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

group health insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental)
FSA and HSA healthcare accounts
life and accident insurance
adoption and fertility assistance
paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks
short/long term disability
paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
up to 17 days of Choice Time Off (CTO) per calendar year
up to 11 paid holidays per calendar year
401(k) savings and investment plan or deferred compensation plan (if eligible) with an employer match of 100% on the first 3% of contributions