Cloud Solution Architect - Partner Practice Development

Microsoft

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On-site
Location
US
Salary
$106,400–$203,600 / yr
Posted
23 days ago
Closes
Dec 1, 2026
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This role $155k
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The Cloud Solution Architect (CSA) - Partner Practice Development is a senior-level role focused on building robust Customer Success Practices in partner organizations to deliver measurable outcomes across Support, Azure, ABS, and Security domains. This involves developing end-to-end solutions including reporting, capability assessments, action planning, and execution through regular meetings with stakeholders. The CSA will work closely with the Global Solution Area and USG VAS teams to identify business and technical IP aligned with priority areas, develop targeted skilling programs, and reduce escalation rates. Key responsibilities include designing standard reports, developing assessment tools, creating onboarding materials, and managing end-to-end delivery of support offers while maintaining a comprehensive list of practice-building intellectual property. The role requires experience in cloud services, project management, cross-group collaboration, and delivering solutions within Microsoft’s ecosystem.

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Azure AWS Kubernetes CI/CD Prometheus Grafana Python SQL PostgreSQL Docker Terraform Agile Scrum DevOps MVP V-Team Digital_Experiences Project_Management Cross_Group_Collaboration

What you'll do

  • Identify beacon metrics to track Practice Building ROI monthly.
  • Design standard reports for partners before Capability and Maturity assessments.
  • Develop the Capability & Maturity Assessment for multiple practice areas.
  • Create CSAM playbook linking enablement collateral to assessment attributes.
  • Host Quarterly Advisory Board with Partner Operations & Delivery leaders.
  • Manage end-to-end delivery of 1:many motion across all support offers.
  • Maintain a comprehensive list of Practice Building IP across modalities.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience working with Partners or within a Partner ecosystem.
  • Hands-on experience developing learning, onboarding, and training materials for field audiences.
  • Demonstrated project management, leadership, and cross-group collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work through ambiguous situations and proactively determine creative solutions.
  • Proven ability to secure sponsorship and support from senior executives.
  • Experience with managing a large customer or partner program.

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