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Cloud & AI Solution Engineer - Data Platform Public Sector

Microsoft

London, England, United KingdomOn Site

Original Job Summary

About the Role

Are you passionate about Data Platforms and eager to solve complex problems in a fast-paced setting? Microsoft is looking for a Cloud & AI Solution Engineer - Data Platform Public Sector to join the Cloud & AI team and empower commercial customers and the UK National Security and Defence community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Empower the UK Ministry of Defence ecosystem with secure, scalable data solutions.
  • Work on transformative projects combining cutting-edge cloud services and digital transformation.
  • Collaborate with engineering leaders and platform teams on proof of concepts, hackathons, and workshops.
  • Accelerate adoption of Azure Databases, Analytics, and Purview.
  • Guide customers through secure, scalable architectures and modernize data platforms.

What You Will Gain

This role offers career acceleration, deep technical and business expertise, and a chance to become a trusted advisor in solution design and deployment.

Key skills/competency

  • Data Platforms
  • Cloud
  • AI
  • Azure
  • Security
  • Digital Transformation
  • Ministry of Defence
  • Solution Engineering
  • Innovation
  • Collaboration

How to Get Hired at Microsoft

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor your skills to Microsoft requirements.
  • Highlight cloud expertise: Emphasize Azure and AI projects.
  • Demonstrate security knowledge: Show experience with secure data solutions.
  • Research Microsoft culture: Review values, mission, and success stories.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Azure Databases documentation.
Practice cloud architecture design.
Study secure data solution case studies.
Prepare technical demo scenarios.

Behavioral Questions

Describe conflict resolution in team settings.
Explain a time you led a project.
Detail decision-making under pressure.
Discuss adapting to change quickly.