Avanade, a global leader in digital, cloud, and advisory services, is seeking an experienced Pre-Sales AI Solution Architect to join its Data & AI Practice. This role is focused on identifying and delivering the best intelligent solutions to clients across the UAE and Middle East region.

About the Company:
Avanade was founded by Accenture and Microsoft and is recognized as a leader in innovative technology solutions. With a strong commitment to people-first culture, Avanade offers ambitious growth opportunities, continuous learning, and access to global projects for some of the world’s most prominent companies.

Role Overview:
As an AI Solution Architect, you will define AI solutions, contribute to pre-sales activities, guide project implementation, and ensure successful solution delivery to Avanade’s clients. Your role blends technical expertise, innovation, and client relationship skills to drive digital transformation.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop scalable and robust AI architectures.

• Lead client discussions to understand needs and propose tailored AI solutions.

• Supervise project delivery to ensure technical excellence and client satisfaction.

• Stay current on emerging technologies, AI trends, and best practices.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across development, sales, and delivery.

• Contribute to the pre-sales cycle including presentations, proposals, and technical demonstrations.

Skills and Experience:

• Programming expertise: C#, .Net, Python, Web APIs.

• Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, specifically Microsoft Azure AI solutions.

• Deep understanding of AI technologies, including Machine Learning, Deep Learning, NLP, and Computer Vision.

• Experience with Generative AI models (GANs, VAEs, GPT).

• Integration skills: API-based solution integration experience.

• Fluent in English (both written and spoken).

Nice to Have:

• Data Management expertise: Data engineering, data warehousing, and data lakes.

• Containerization and orchestration: Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes.

• DevOps practices: Automation and continuous integration/monitoring.

About You:

• Experience in pre-sales, solution definition, and client-facing roles.

• Strong technical background combined with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and stakeholders.

• A passion for technology, innovation, and solving business challenges through AI.

Job Type:

• Full-time

• On-site (Dubai, United Arab Emirates)

Why Join Avanade:

• Work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year.

• Minimum 80 hours of training and paid certifications annually.

• Access to a global network of technical experts and resources.

• Personalized career advisor support for professional development.

• Inclusive and diverse work environment.

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