Sr. Consultant, Professional Services

Why you’ll love Softchoice:
We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative, and for their people to be engaged, connected, and creative at work. That means moving them to the cloud, helping them build the workplace of tomorrow, and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology. By doing these things we help them create success for their customers and their people. 

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career development and advancement. We are recognized and respected for our culture of inclusion and belonging, continuously striving to do what’s good for our people and communities. 
 

The impact you will have:

As a Senior Consultant focusing on Azure you will work closely with our Engineers, Consultants, Technical Architects, Principal Architects and Project Managers. You will also collaborate with presales architects and sales teams to meet customers, develop an understanding of their objectives and spot new opportunities when possible.

Day to day will consist of working on project delivery as part of an implementation team. Your ongoing contributions to practice development and internal initiatives will enhance our ability to efficiently deliver projects. In addition, you provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and process improvement.

What you’ll do: 

• Assume technical leader role during design and implementation of small to medium technology solutions, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget

• Provide overviews of complex solutions, architectures, integrations and project updates with precision and clarity to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ensure cloud solutions adhere to security standards and compliance best practices

• Lead troubleshooting efforts, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges

• Complete project documentation, using templates and maintain a high level of accuracy and quality.

• Contribute to the development and growth of the Azure Cloud Delivery Practice, including creating best practices, methodologies and offerings.

• Timely timesheet submission and detailed work notes.

• Mentor and develop Technicians and Engineers on the team, providing guidance on their technical skills, as well as the soft skills required for their success

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

• 5+ years’ work experience in a client-facing professional services role, or 7 + years of related industry experience

• Strong knowledge of Azure Services

• Expert technical knowledge of the following Microsoft Azure topics:

• Subscriptions Management

• Security and Monitoring

• Azure Policies

• Resource Organization

• Azure Identity and Access Management

• Azure Networking

• Cost Management

• Business Continuity Planning

• A strong understanding of infrastructure as code, Cloud automation, governance, and cost optimization

• A strong foundation in technology components – client, storage, compute, virtualization, Networking, and Security

• Strong scripting skills in various languages and platforms, including PowerShell

• Excellent knowledge of core areas in Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, and Cloud Identity

• Application/Database/Infrastructure migrations from on-prem to Hybrid/Cloud

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication, presentation and consulting skills, including technical writing

• Experience with some or all of the following technologies is an asset:  DevOps tools like GitHub, Azure DevOps, BitBucket, containerization concepts, and Kubernetes.

• Microsoft certifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Network Engineer Associate and/or Azure Security Engineer Associate

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in a relevant field or equivalent industry experience

Pay Range for Chicago:
The typical pay range for this role is $119,935 - $141,100.

Note: the pay range represents the full pay range for this position. Each individual offer will take into consideration a range of factors, including prior experience and geographic location.

In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible for additional elements of compensation including (cell allowances, annual bonus, or commissions etc.), as well as a comprehensive benefits plan.

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:
We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.

At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds.  Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.  

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• The People: You’ll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation, driving our collective success
• High-Performing Culture: At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other
• Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best
• Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 20 consecutive years
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to an inclusive culture where every team member can be their authentic self
• Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment:
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation? We are ready to help:
We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to asktalentacquisition@softchoice.com. We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.

Our commitment to your experience:
We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind, we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you (such as children or furry friends) and we will be doing the same.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely. Don't worry. It's quick, simple and you'll be connected with your new team in no time.

Job Requisition ID: 6875
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