Data Presales Architect
Data Pre-Sales Architect – Azure & Modern Data
Location: UK / Remote
Type: Permanent
Salary: £100k + 20% bonus
Cloud Decisions is partnering with one of Microsoft’s closest delivery partners and an Azure Expert MSP to hire a Data Pre-Sales Architect. This is a key role within a high-performing pre-sales function, supporting enterprise and mid-market customers on their journey to modern, cloud-native data platforms.
This opportunity suits an experienced data consultant or pre-sales specialist who enjoys customer engagement, solution design, and shaping modern data strategies across Azure.
The Role
As a Data Pre-Sales Architect, you’ll work closely with sales, delivery, and Microsoft to help customers define their data platform strategy, modernisation, and cloud migration plans. You’ll support bids and proposals, contribute to RFP responses, and present Azure data solutions through workshops, demos, and events.
You’ll also play a role in shaping new data consultancy offerings, helping position the business as a trusted advisor rather than a traditional “sell-and-go” partner Data Presales Architect.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support technical pre-sales activities across data and analytics opportunities
- Design high-level Azure data architectures and provide estimates and strategy
- Respond to RFPs with clear, well-structured technical designs and costings
- Present solutions at customer workshops, webinars, and events
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and delivery teams to create new offerings
- Build trusted relationships with customers and internal stakeholders Data Presales Architect
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years hands-on experience with Azure Data Services (Synapse, Data Factory, Data Lake, Databricks, Power BI, Cosmos DB)
- Strong understanding of data modernisation, migration, and analytics
- Knowledge of Azure governance, security, and best practices (CAF/WAF)
- Ability to translate technical solutions into clear business value
- Confident communicator with strong presentation skills
- Azure data certifications such as DP-900 and DP-203 (or working towards them) Data Presales Architect
Nice to Have
- Experience with AI/ML, real-time analytics, or advanced data platforms
- Exposure to Power Platform and Microsoft 365
- Additional certifications (DP-300, AI-102, AZ-305) Data Presales Architect
Why Apply?
You’ll join a Microsoft-aligned consultancy known for delivering transformational Azure projects, investing heavily in its people, and operating with a strong culture built around quality, ownership, and continuous improvement. The role offers genuine career progression, exposure to enterprise customers, and the chance to shape how modern data solutions are delivered.
If you’re passionate about Azure data, enjoy pre-sales engagement, and want to work with one of Microsoft’s most trusted partners, we’d love to hear from you.