Practice Architect, Cloud

Softchoice

Microsoft Cloud Platform Practice Architect at Softchoice responsible for Azure solutions. Leading design, delivery, and customer engagement for transformative business outcomes.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$120,800 - CA$151,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in Microsoft Azure solutions, with a strong focus on solution architecture, technical leadership, and continuous improvement. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders and drive customer transformation journeys through innovative cloud capabilities.

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Microsoft Azure Solutions ExpertiseSolution ArchitectureMethodology DevelopmentTechnical LeadershipStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Microsoft Cloud TechnologiesComplex Solution DeliveryIntegration of Cloud CapabilitiesEmerging Technology AdoptionDocumentation and Best Practices

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaborationCustomer EngagementInnovation AdvocacyContinuous Learning Commitment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft AzureFrontier Partner/FoundaryIQ Workloads

Industry Keywords

Enterprise SolutionsTechnical Field ExperiencePresales SupportThought LeadershipCustomer Satisfaction

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a subject matter expert in Microsoft Cloud (Azure) technologies (including Frontier partner/Foundary and IQ workloads)
Stay ahead of emerging trends, ensuring the practice adopts and evangelizes the latest Microsoft innovations.
Lead the integration of cloud capabilities into solution delivery models, transforming customer workflows and outcomes.
Coordinate the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of methodologies and best practices for Microsoft Azure solutions.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and product managers to ensure consistency and quality across all engagements.
Champion internal enablement, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
Support the creation and evolution of Microsoft Azure offerings, working closely with product management and delivery teams.
Act as “Customer Zero” for new technologies, piloting and refining offerings before broad rollout.
Provide presales support, solution architecture, and technical leadership for strategic opportunities.
Engage directly with key strategic customers as a trusted advisor, guiding their Microsoft transformation journeys.
Lead solution workshops, architecture reviews, and executive briefings for high-impact engagements.
Ensure customer satisfaction and measurable business impact through delivery excellence.
Partner with Microsoft and other strategic partners to co-create solutions and drive joint success.
Represent Softchoice/WWT at industry events, sharing thought leadership and promoting best practices.
Advocate for continuous improvement and early adoption of emerging technologies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure solutions.
Proven experience architecting and delivering complex Microsoft solutions for enterprise customers.
Strong track record in methodology development, technical leadership, and innovation.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working with Microsoft and global partners.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
At least 10 years experience in a technical field (ideally with Microsoft technologies).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and Dental Care
Employee & Family Assistance Program
RRSP/DPSP Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching
Life and Disability Insurance
Vacation and Sick Leave
Holidays
Parental Leave
Volunteer Days
Bereavement Leave
Employee Discount Program