Cloud Solution Architect Job at Microsoft Corporation

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Cloud Solution Architect - D365 F&O

Job number: 1855603
Job Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Overview

• As a Cloud Solution Architect specialising in Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O), you’ll lead transformative cloud migrations across the Middle East and Africa.
• This is a rare opportunity to as the sole F&O professional in the region to drive impact through the design and integration of complex systems into the Dynamics 365 ecosystem. 
• You’ll work across multiple countries, delivering high-value solutions that help customers modernise legacy platforms and realise tangible ROI.
• With a blend of remote and on-site engagements, this role offers both flexibility and the chance to build deep relationships across diverse markets.
• You’ll be at the forefront of Microsoft’s AI and cloud transformation, collaborating with top-tier partners and vendors to shape the future of enterprise systems. 

Responsibilities

• Use customer insights to align Business Applications solutions with business outcomes, accelerating delivery and adoption through value-based engagements and reusable IP. 
• Deliver technical sessions and workshops to support customer skilling, operational health, and cloud readiness. 
• Share customer feedback with internal Microsoft teams to drive product and service improvements. 
• Guide decision-makers to realise value from Microsoft technology through solution optimisation, performance efficiency, and operational excellence. 
• Resolve blockers preventing go-live or broad usage by applying technical, functional, and project management expertise using Microsoft best practices and IP. 
• Identify growth opportunities by matching customer needs with Microsoft Business Applications capabilities and value propositions. 
• Continuously develop skills to better support customer and Microsoft business goals. 
• Share expertise in communities, contribute to IP creation, and reuse assets to accelerate customer transformation. 

Qualifications

• To succeed in this role, candidates must demonstrate strong technical expertise, practical experience, and a solid understanding of Microsoft Business Applications, particularly Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O).

You will be able to demonstrate the following: 

• Prior experience as a?Cloud Solution Architect (CSA), engaging with stakeholders at all levels within enterprise organisations to drive solution adoption, transformation, and business impact. 
• Experience conducting?Business Value Assessments (BVA)?and be confident leading?ROI-focused conversations?that demonstrate the strategic impact of Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations solutions 
• Experience engaging with?senior stakeholders, including?C-suite executives, to influence strategic decisions and drive enterprise-wide solution adoption. 

Technical knowledge 
Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O):

• Deep technical expertise in?Dynamics 365 F&O, including development experience in?X++?across at least two modules: sales, services, marketing, or customer insights. 
• Proven ability in?debugging and performance troubleshooting, including use of?Trace Parser. 
• Solid understanding of?performance patterns and anti-patterns. 

Architecture & Lifecycle Management:

• Strong grasp of?Microsoft Azure?cloud computing fundamentals. 
• Knowledge of how?Dynamics 365 F&O?interacts with?Azure components. 
• Familiarity with?integration patterns and anti-patterns?across Business Applications. 
• Experience with?Azure DevOps?for application lifecycle management. 
• Proficiency in?Microsoft Lifecycle Services?for environment setup and troubleshooting. 
• Ability to set up and execute the?Regression Suite Automation Tool. 

Cross-Platform Integration:

• Understanding of integration between?Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement (CE)?and?Finance & Supply Chain?platforms.