Softchoice Corp

Architect, Professional Services

Softchoice Corp$128K — $161K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong expertise in Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Exchange administration.
  • 8+ years in a client-facing professional services role or 10+ years of related experience.
  • IT or Computer Science degree, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Updated certifications in Active Directory, M365 Administrator, and Azure.
  • Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver technology solutions for Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Exchange.
  • Lead implementation projects for upgrades, configurations, and migrations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and vendors on technical solutions.
  • Mentor team members on technical and soft skills development.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert at trade shows and client engagements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision care.
  • 401k plan with company matching.
  • 20+ days of paid time off per year, including holidays and parental leave.
  • Employee Assistance Program for mental health support.
  • Employee discount program for various services.
Full Job Description
The impact you will have:

Softchoice is reimagining the role we play in our customers' lives, and we are seeking great people to strengthen our customer centric culture.

In the rapidly changing IT environment, full of complex challenges for customers, our role is to ensure their experience with Softchoice is engaging, effortless, and valuable.

As an Identity and Messaging Architect within the Professional Services organization, you will have the opportunity to design, plan, and architect technology solutions based on the Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Exchange portfolios. As the lead subject matter expert on Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange, and migration management solutions, this role supports all aspects of design and service delivery, and facilitates technical workshops with our valued enterprise and public sector clients.

What you'll do:
  • You will design and deliver Active Directory, Microsoft 365 and Exchange solutions that meet client requirements and timelines.
  • You will serve as the technical authority to lead Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange (on-premise and online), and migration management implementation projects, which would include upgrades, installations, configurations, migrations, security policy design, administration, and user training. This will require the highest-level technical understanding of Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Exchange,
  • Quest On-Demand, and Bit Titan Migration Wiz toolsets.
  • You will work closely with co-workers (internally), end-users (externally), and vendor representatives on the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Active Directory M365, Exchange, and migration management solutions, in accordance with contract SLAs
  • You will mentor and develop Consultants, Engineers and Technicians on the team, and provide guidance on their technical skills, as well as the soft skills required for their success
  • You will function as a technical expert, with strong customer interaction skills, and the ability to advise on, implement, and manage complex solution and service deployments for clients
  • You will have a hunger for learning, and take advantage of the opportunities to pursue relevant certifications and training for Active Directory, Microsoft 365 and Exchange, as well as vendor-specific training for solutions including Quest and Bit Titan.
  • You will serve as a technical authority and subject matter expert for Softchoice, supporting other individuals and teams at trade shows, events, and speaking engagements that specifically require your technical expertise
  • You will be a role model for our values of personal growth, customer passion, taking care of others & owning the end result.
  • You will have the opportunity to work in a highly visible customer-facing role.
  • You will have the chance to use your technology expertise, supporting a detailed, actionable Statement of Work with our architects, engineers, and project managers.
  • You will do this by staying on top of new trends and technology updates
  • You will also continually fine-tune your delivery, adoption, and problem-solving skills along the way


What you'll bring to the table:
  • A curious mindset, willing to ask the right questions to provide customers with the best possible solution
  • A problem solver with the capability to uncover & address the root cause of an issue
  • A proactive work ethic that puts responsiveness to customers first
  • Passion for building strong relationships with customers and driving great CX
  • Computer Science / Information Technology degree or diploma or equivalent industry experience.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
  • 8+ years' work experience in a client-facing professional services role, or 10 + years of related, progressively senior industry experience
  • Updated Certifications and training to include Active Directory, M365 Fundamentals, M365 Administrator, Azure Fundamentals, Administering / Configuring Windows Server Hybrid (core and advanced), On-
  • Demand Migration for M365 and Active Directory, and ITIL v4 Foundation


Compensation:

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position in Texas & Illinois is $128,800 to $161,000 annually + 14% as target incentives.

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position in Florida & Colorado is $122,360 to $152,950 annually + 14% as target incentives.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, education, and related certification. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.

Softchoice offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan to all full-time employees, which includes:
  • Health and Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision Care, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program
  • Financial Benefits: 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year), Holidays, Parental Leave, Volunteer Days, Bereavement Leave
  • Additional Perks: Employee Discount Program


Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.

At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

About Softchoice Corp

Softchoice Corp is a leading provider of information technology solutions and services to businesses and organizations in North America. The company offers a wide range of services, including software licensing, hardware procurement, cloud services, and managed services. Softchoice Corp was founded in 1989 and has been providing high-quality IT solutions to customers for over 30 years. The company is committed to helping customers achieve their business goals by providing innovative and cost-effective IT solutions.
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Size
2,000 employees
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Founded
1989

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