Principal Technology Consultant - Cloud&AI Infra (A2)

Overview

Microsoft Industry Solution - Global Delivery Center (GDC) delivers end-to-end solutions by enabling accelerated adoption and productive use of Microsoft technologies. An organization of well over 1000+ exceptional people, GDC presents a great opportunity for highly skilled services professionals to make a foray into consulting, solution development and delivery roles.

The Principal Consultant is a senior leader responsible for the successful technical execution and delivery of complex client projects across diverse domains. This role acts as a strategic anchor between clients, architects, delivery managers, project managers, and delivery teams. In the AI-first GDC org, Principal Consultants are expected to embed AI-native thinking into delivery models, ensuring solutions are intelligent, scalable, and aligned with business outcomes. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, demonstrates breadth of expertise, and advocates for solutions that deliver true client value.

Qualifications

• Overall minimum 20+ Year of industry experience
• Technical or Professional Certification in Cloud Infrastructure domain  Open to travel domestically and internationally and work with different cultures and customers
• Technical certifications based on domain / service line (e.g., Azure, Security, Dynamics).
• Delivery Management certification (e.g., Scrum, Agile).
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years leadership experience in relevant area of business. Higher Education Preferred OR master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years’ experience in technology solutions, practice development, architecture, consulting, and / or Cloud Infrastructure domain
• Highly proficient & solid Customer facing Project experience involving solution design, project envisioning, planning, development, and deployment of complex solutions with minimum of 10 plus years.
• Must have a proven record of delivering technical solutions.
• 2+ years experience in managing multiple projects or portfolios and leading blended, multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

AI-First Delivery Leadership

Engineering Excellence

Innovation & Thought Leadership

Client Engagement & Solutioning

Team Management & Mentorship

Quality & Compliance

Strategic Partnering

Benefits / perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.Industry leading healthcareEducational resourcesDiscounts on products and servicesSavings and investmentsMaternity and paternity leaveGenerous time awayGiving programsOpportunities to network and connect