About this role

Your responsibilities

As a Lead Solution Architect for Microsoft Cloud, you will be globally responsible for designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions using Microsoft technologies. You will lead architectural strategies, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and ensure alignment with business goals, local requirements and IT standards.

Tasks:

Design and implement end-to-end cloud architectures on the company Microsoft Tenant using Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and others
Lead technical design sessions and create solution blueprints, documentation, and cost estimates
Manage availability and connectivity of cloud infrastructure to all international locations. Ensure availability of and connectivity to corporate resources
Translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions. Execute the implementation and ensure successful go‑live
Ensure the reliable operation of the solutions
If advisable, external service providers should be selected, contracted and supervised
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand goals and ensure solutions meet strategic objectives
Stay current with Microsoft Cloud advancements and incorporate best practices into solutions and architecture
Ensure compliance with security and governance standards across cloud deployments

Your profile

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields
Proven experience as a Solution Architect with a focus on Microsoft technologies (Azure, M365, Dynamics 365)
Strong understanding of cloud architecture, DevOps, and enterprise integration
Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Azure Solutions Architect Expert; Azure Networking Solutions or similar are highly preferred
Excellent communication and leadership skills to mentor teams and engage stakeholders
Expertise in Azure DevOps, PowerShell, Active Directory, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams
Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high‑quality solutions under tight deadlines
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a team and build relationships at all levels of the organization
Proficiency in English, both written and spoken

Your benefits

As part of the thyssenkrupp group, we offer our employees high level conditions and many benefits:

performance‑related compensation according to collective agreement Metal & Electro NRW
attractive old‑age provision models
groupwide learning measures
thyssenkrupp Group health campaigns and programs
Flat hierarchies, personal responsibility and space for individual development
Further training and support aligned with individual strengths and goals
Intercultural and interdisciplinary teams with eye‑level communication
Flexitime, part‑time, home office, mobile working abroad
State‑of‑the‑art equipment and quiet/communal office areas
Relocation support, organisational and financial, also internationally
Personal business buddy during induction
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