Principal Cloud Solution Architect

Telefónica Tech (part of the Telefónica Group) is a leading NextGen Tech solutions provider with a highly diversified team of over 6,000 exceptionally skilled employees and +60 nationalities. We serve more than 5.5m customers everyday in over 175 countries, with a global ecosystem of market-leading partners. Global strategic hubs: Spain, Brazil, the UK, Germany. The Telefónica Tech UK&I hub has an end- to-end portfolio of market leading services and develops integrated technology solutions to accelerate digital transformation through: Cloud, Data & AI, Enterprise Applications, Workplace Services and Cyber Security & Networking. Values: Open, Trusted and Bold Trusted Partners: Microsoft: Top 3 Service Providers, Azure Expert Status, Fastrack & Inner Circle Partner HPE: Platinum Partner – FY23 UK&I Solution Provider of the Year Fortinet: Elite VIP Program – one of only 2 in the UK Palo Alto & Crowdstrike: part of our NextDefense Cyber Security Portfolio Reporting to the Head of Cloud Presales the Principal Cloud Solutions Architect will focus on Public Cloud solutioning and delivering winning propositions to customer with a focus on Microsoft Azure. The role is focused on crafting compelling proposals to clients, and supporting the sales team in closing deals. This strategic role requires extensive industry knowledge, strong communication skills, and expertise in solution design. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Team Management: Senior Architect for the Public Cloud team. Mentoring and managing Architects in the team and providing oversight on proposals. Solution Design: Drive the application architecture solution design, building a rich model for application services, usage and technology alignment to agreed architecture principles. Client Engagement: Engage with clients to understand their needs, present solutions, and build confidence in our solution proposal including commercial negotiations and BAFO. Proposal Development: Craft compelling proposals and respon