Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive. Your day at NTT DATAA Cloud Services Architect provides technical expertise in the design and demo of Managed Services solutions across the Cloud Infrastructure domain. This role is primarily involved in the technical pre-sales process working alongside NTT stakeholders (sales) to assess clients' business needs and narrow down the potential technical solutions and platforms that would be the best fit for client business goals.What you'll be doingA Cloud Services Architect provides technical expertise in the design and demo of Managed Services solutions across the Cloud Infrastructure domain. This role is primarily involved in the technical pre-sales process working alongside NTT stakeholders (sales) to assess clients' business needs and narrow down the potential technical solutions and platforms that would be the best fit for client business goals.Key Roles and Responsibilities:Primarily involved in the technical pre-sales process working alongside NTT Client Executives & Sales Specialists to assess clients' business needs and narrow down the potential technical solutions and platforms that would be the best fit for client business goals.Demonstrate knowledge and value of multi-cloud technologies, especially cloud native application workflows, understanding of architecture transformation, observability, and legacy to cloud migrations.Leverage subject matter experts in the overall solution design by working with cross-functional technical teams – CSD Group Architects, Advisory, Service Delivery & Operations.Articulate value proposition, present solution, and build value throughout the sales process with all departments of the client organization.Perform necessary research of third-party technologies, tools, and applications that are introduced during the pre-sales process.Lead the definition of a Managed Services solution that meets the agreed requirements.Define, contribute, develop, and lead Managed Services solutions and offerings across multi-cloud technologies.Contribute to sales process improvement, including developing knowledge bases, sharing practices with other Solution Architects.Maintain relevant cloud and technology certifications, be aware of CSD offerings and be a subject matter expert for multiple sections within the CSD portfolio.Required Experience:Prior experience of at least 5 years in Scoping and Designing Cloud Managed Services Solutions.Prior working experience in ITIL V3/V4 and COBIT applied managed services/cloud service provider.Applied Azure and/or GCP and/or AWS infrastructure architect and presales skills.Understanding of virtualization, hybrid computing environments, storage technology, and cloud native technologies.Excellent Communication and Presentation skills.Ability to Facilitate workshops with clients and NTT teams to discover requirements, present solutions, and obtain client buy-in.Academic Qualifications and Certifications:Desired certifications (any one or more) - Azure AZ900 – Azure Fundamentals, AWS Cloud Practitioner, VMWare VTSP or VTSP for AWS/Azure.ITIL: Version 3 or later.Tertiary level - bachelor's or post graduate degree with experience in a consulting capacity.Scaled Agile certification or equivalent.Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:Deep understanding of cloud technologies, networking, security, and system administration.Demonstrate knowledge and value of multi-cloud technologies, especially cloud native application workflows, understanding of architecture transformation, observability, and legacy to cloud migrations.Applied Azure and/or GCP and/or AWS infrastructure architect and presales skills.Good communication and presentation skills.Ability to facilitate workshops with clients and internal teams to discover requirements, present solutions, and obtain client buy-in.Detailed level understanding of virtualization, hybrid computing environments, storage technology, and cloud native technologies.Working knowledge of Managed Services service and delivery models, including cloud, global, and distributed delivery models.Comfortable working with costing models in partnership with sales and finance stakeholders.Ability to work within a team, contributing to the success of the team while making a personal contribution, especially in a matrixed organization.Up to date knowledge on emerging trends in Cloud technology, Managed Services Integration, etc.Analytical skills and ability to discover and analyze all input and data.Workplace type: Hybrid WorkingAbout NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation, and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.Equal Opportunity Employer NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.
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