Microsoft AI Senior Solutions Architect

Required Qualifications 10+ years of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem 8+ years in consulting services with experience leading complex engagements as the senior delivery resource. Experience leading consultative sales, solution strategy, technical pre-sales, or customer transformation engagements. Experience leading org-wide transformation programs, overseeing large delivery teams, and delivering with excellence and high customer satisfaction results. Strong understanding of Microsoft AI, Copilot, Agent 365, Security, Data Protection, and Azure AI solution areas. Experience with enterprise AI adoption planning, change management, governance, and usage acceleration. Demonstrated ability to translate technology capabilities into measurable business value, ROI, and executive-level transformation narratives. Ability to build and manage multi-threaded relationships across senior executives, business stakeholders, technical teams, and partner organizations. Experience leading pursuits and identifying risks and assumptions early. Ability to deliver compelling workshops, demos, proof-of-concepts, and executive conversations that drive customer commitment and adoption. Strong collaboration skills with the ability to orchestrate internal teams, partners, and cross-functional stakeholders. Comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-moving environments and creating clarity that moves stakeholders to action. Experience working within the Microsoft partner ecosystem, co-sell motions, and partner capability activation. Ability to elicit requirements and communicate clearly with non-technical individuals, development teams, and other ancillary project members. Excellent written and oral communication skills; Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff. Experience working with a globally distributed team and managing off-shore teams. Desire to mentor younger team members and develop their skills.

Preferred Skills and Education: Active Microsoft certifications such as GB-300 GitHub Copilot Associate, AI-103 Azure AI App, Agent Developer Associate, AB-100 Agentic AI Business Solutions Architect, PL-600 Microsoft Power Platform Solution Architect Expert, MS-102 Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert, SC-300 Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field.

Perficient full-time employees receive complete and competitive benefits. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, generous work/life opportunities and an outstanding benefits package that includes paid time off plus holidays. In addition, all colleagues are eligible for a number of rewards and recognition programs including billable bonus opportunities. Encouraging a healthy work/life balance and providing our colleagues great benefits are just part of what makes Perficient a great place to work.

WHO WE ARE

Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients – the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.

The salary range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, level of experience, applicable office location, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The new hire salary range displays the minimum and maximum salary targets for this position across all US locations, and the range has not been adjusted for any specific state differentials. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the unique facts and circumstances regarding each candidate. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this position is $160,000-190,000. Please note that the salary range posted reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits or any potential equity or variable bonus programs. Information regarding the benefits available for this position are in our benefits overview

What WE Believe

• At Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.

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