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Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion - it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive. ?As a Client Architect, you are the technical advisor for key NTT clients. Client Architects are technology leaders who can demonstrate a deep understanding of various technical concepts while guiding customers through their Cloud Transformation Journey. To be successful in this role, you must possess a unique blend of technical skills, business acumen and have a history of managing the technical relationship with Enterprise Accounts. The ideal candidate will have a "forward thinking" approach in everything that they do, looking for those next steps to help ensure the success of the client and NTT. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Cloud Architecture & Planning - Design and architect Azure-based solutions ensuring high availability, scalability, performance, and reliability. - Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions using Azure services such as Azure Virtual Network, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, and Azure DevOps. - Develop and maintain strategic cloud roadmaps, ensuring alignment with industry standards and NTT's best practices. - Drive capacity planning and performance optimization across Azure environments. - Provide oversight and advising to support teams in the event of incidents, outages, or escalations. Technical Leadership & Delivery Oversight - Serve as the technical lead on cloud transformation projects, overseeing solution design, deployment, and integration. - Collaborate with internal teams (Technical Architects, CTO Office) to standardize new Azure technologies and services. - Lead disaster recovery planning and testing, leveraging Azure Site Recovery and Backup solutions. - Ensure compliance with security and governance frameworks using tools like Azure Policy, Azure Security Center, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud. Client Relationship Management - Act as a trusted technical advisor to and advocate for the clients, aligning technical solutions to their business objectives. - Build and manage strong technical relationships with client stakeholders including CIOs, CTOs, and CISOs. - Act as a trusted advisor, helping clients identify and eliminate technical debt through modernization and automation. - Facilitate executive-level discussions on cloud strategy, risk mitigation, and digital transformation. Technical Expertise & Advisory - Conduct deep-dive technical sessions on Azure infrastructure, networking, identity, and application services. - Provide guidance on hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, integrating Azure with on-premises and other cloud platforms. - Stay current with Azure innovations and proactively recommend enhancements to client environments. Post-Delivery Sales Enablement - Identify new revenue opportunities within existing accounts by recognizing unmet needs and proposing Azure-based solutions. - Collaborate with Solution Architects (SAs), Service Delivery Managers, and Client Delivery Managers (CDMs) to expand service offerings and drive client success. Preferred Knowledge, Certifications, and Skills Cloud Platform Expertise - Deep proficiency in Microsoft Azure, including services such as: - Azure Virtual Network, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, Azure DevOps - Azure Site Recovery, Azure Backup, Azure Policy, Azure Security Center, Microsoft Defender for Cloud - Additional experience with VMWare, Vsphere, and other Cloud Monitoring or Management suites. - Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments Architecture & Design - Strong background in designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures - Expertise in cloud migration strategies and integration of on-premises systems with cloud platforms - Familiarity with cloud governance frameworks, policies, and compliance standards Technical Leadership - Proven ability to lead cloud transformation projects from design through delivery - Experience managing technical relationships with enterprise stakeholders (CIO, CTO, CISO) - Ability to conduct deep-dive technical sessions and guide cross-functional teams Sales & Business Acumen - Experience in pre-sales technical support, solution scoping, and proposal development - Ability to identify and develop new revenue opportunities within existing accounts - Skilled in preparing technical design documents, statements of work, and pricing models Certifications (Preferred) - Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert - Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate - TOGAF, ITIL, or other relevant enterprise architecture or service management certifications Soft Skills - Strong communication and presentation skills, especially with executive audiences - Strategic thinking with a proactive, client-focused mindset - Ability to manage multiple engagements and prioritize effectively Workplace type *: Remote Working About NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo. Equal Opportunity Employer NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

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