Senior Presales Solution Architect - AI, Cloud

Senior Presales Solution Architect - AI, Cloud

What success looks like in this role:

Solution Discovery & Architecture

• Lead enterprise discovery workshops to understand customer business objectives, AI adoption maturity, and cloud transformation needs

• Design end-to-end AI and cloud solutions including data platforms, intelligent applications, automation, and modernized architectures

• Architect scalable, secure, and cost-optimized solutions leveraging AI/ML, GenAI, cloud-native, and hybrid environments

• Develop solution blueprints, architecture diagrams, and implementation roadmaps aligned to customer business outcomes

AI & Cloud Solutioning

• Define AI/ML use cases including predictive analytics, NLP, computer vision, GenAI, and automation across industries

• Design AI-enabled enterprise architectures integrating data engineering, MLOps, model lifecycle, and AI governance

• Recommend cloud services (Azure/AWS) for AI workloads such as data lakes, AI services, model deployment, and APIs

• Align solutions with responsible AI practices, compliance, and enterprise security standards

Cost Modeling & Financial Analysis

• Develop detailed cost models and ROI/TCO analyses for AI and cloud transformation initiatives

• Build cost estimates for infrastructure, AI model lifecycle, data platforms, and operations

• Create investment scenarios demonstrating business value, productivity gains, and innovation outcomes

• Partner with finance and delivery teams to validate pricing, margins, and commercial feasibility

Technical Proposal Development

• Own end-to-end presales deliverables including RFP/RFI responses, solution documents, and executive presentations

• Develop compelling proposals covering architecture, implementation approach, timelines, risks, and success metrics

• Translate complex AI and cloud capabilities into business-aligned value propositions

• Leverage GenAI tools (Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, etc.) to accelerate proposal development and improve quality

Stakeholder Engagement & Deal Support

• Present solutions to CXO and senior stakeholders, articulating business impact and innovation value

• Support sales teams in large/strategic deals and drive differentiation through AI-led solutions

• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, delivery, security, finance) for solution validation

• Contribute to deal strategy, win themes, and competitive positioning

Delivery Alignment & Post-Sales Support

• Ensure seamless transition from presales to delivery with clear architecture and execution plans

• Participate in solution kickoffs and governance discussions to ensure alignment

• Continuously refine solution approaches based on delivery feedback and market trends

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience in presales, solution architecture, or consulting roles focused on AI and cloud

• Strong track record of designing and winning complex enterprise deals involving AI and digital transformation

• Experience in building AI-driven solutions and cloud modernization strategies

• Ability to create high-quality technical proposals and influence decision-making

Technical Expertise

• Deep expertise in cloud platforms: Microsoft Azure (preferred) / AWS / GCP

• Hands-on exposure to AI/ML technologies, including GenAI, NLP, Computer Vision, MLOps frameworks

• Strong knowledge of data platforms (data lakes, warehouses, real-time pipelines)

• Experience with application modernization, microservices, APIs, and cloud-native architectures

• Familiarity with DevOps, IaC, automation, and observability practices

• Proficient use of GenAI tools for solutioning, documentation, and productivity

Certifications & Nice-to-Haves

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert / AWS Solutions Architect Professional

• AI/ML certifications (Azure AI Engineer, AWS ML Specialty, etc.)

• Experience in AI governance, Responsible AI frameworks

• ITIL / Service management frameworks

• Exposure to GTM strategy, pricing models, or business development

• Prior experience in system integrators, consulting firms, or global delivery models

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You will be successful in this role if you have:

BA/BS degree and 15+ years’ relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Master’s degree preferred

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Experience Level

Senior Level