Cloud Solution Architect - D365 F&O at Microsoft

Overview

• As a Cloud Solution Architect specialising in Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O), you’ll lead transformative cloud migrations across the Middle East and Africa.
• This is a rare opportunity to as the sole F&O professional in the region to drive impact through the design and integration of complex systems into the Dynamics 365 ecosystem. 
• You’ll work across multiple countries, delivering high-value solutions that help customers modernise legacy platforms and realise tangible ROI.
• With a blend of remote and on-site engagements, this role offers both flexibility and the chance to build deep relationships across diverse markets.
• You’ll be at the forefront of Microsoft’s AI and cloud transformation, collaborating with top-tier partners and vendors to shape the future of enterprise systems. 

Responsibilities

• Use customer insights to align Business Applications solutions with business outcomes, accelerating delivery and adoption through value-based engagements and reusable IP. 
• Deliver technical sessions and workshops to support customer skilling, operational health, and cloud readiness. 
• Share customer feedback with internal Microsoft teams to drive product and service improvements. 
• Guide decision-makers to realise value from Microsoft technology through solution optimisation, performance efficiency, and operational excellence. 
• Resolve blockers preventing go-live or broad usage by applying technical, functional, and project management expertise using Microsoft best practices and IP. 
• Identify growth opportunities by matching customer needs with Microsoft Business Applications capabilities and value propositions. 
• Continuously develop skills to better support customer and Microsoft business goals. 
• Share expertise in communities, contribute to IP creation, and reuse assets to accelerate customer transformation. 

Qualifications

• To succeed in this role, candidates must demonstrate strong technical expertise, practical experience, and a solid understanding of Microsoft Business Applications, particularly Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O).

You will be able to demonstrate the following: 

• Prior experience as a Cloud Solution Architect (CSA), engaging with stakeholders at all levels within enterprise organisations to drive solution adoption, transformation, and business impact. 
• Experience conducting Business Value Assessments (BVA) and be confident leading ROI-focused conversations that demonstrate the strategic impact of Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations solutions 
• Experience engaging with senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives, to influence strategic decisions and drive enterprise-wide solution adoption. 

Technical knowledge 
Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O):

• Deep technical expertise in Dynamics 365 F&O, including development experience in X++ across at least two modules: sales, services, marketing, or customer insights. 
• Proven ability in debugging and performance troubleshooting, including use of Trace Parser. 
• Solid understanding of performance patterns and anti-patterns. 

Architecture & Lifecycle Management:

• Strong grasp of Microsoft Azure cloud computing fundamentals. 
• Knowledge of how Dynamics 365 F&O interacts with Azure components. 
• Familiarity with integration patterns and anti-patterns across Business Applications. 
• Experience with Azure DevOps for application lifecycle management. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Lifecycle Services for environment setup and troubleshooting. 
• Ability to set up and execute the Regression Suite Automation Tool. 

Cross-Platform Integration:

• Understanding of integration between Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement (CE) and Finance & Supply Chain platforms.