Columbus
Columbus
Columbus helps businesses modernize the way they operate through digital transformation and Microsoft-based solutions. Its work spans customer experience and engagement, data and AI, and digital commerce, with industry expertise across food and beverage and manufacturing. With more than 2,000 employees worldwide, Columbus brings together teams that help organizations make practical improvements today and prepare their operations for future growth.

Technical Architect, Dynamics 365 and Azure

Shape enterprise Azure and Dynamics 365 FSCM solutions at Columbus, a global digital consultancy. Lead integration architecture and delivery teams while advising customers and senior stakeholders.

Description

  • Design and deliver enterprise solutions using Microsoft Azure and Dynamics 365 F&O.
  • Pair strategic direction with hands-on technical leadership.
  • Shape end-to-end Microsoft technology solutions with customers, delivery teams and senior stakeholders.
  • Guide delivery teams and assess solution designs.
  • Run workshops and advise senior stakeholders.
  • Provide customer-facing consulting on Dynamics 365 FSCM and Azure integration architecture.
  • Travel to customer sites or Columbus offices as needed.
  • Attend scheduled onsite consulting blocks, with occasional overnight stays based on project needs.
  • Help customers succeed as a Technical Architect.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience architecting and delivering enterprise-scale solutions on Microsoft Azure.
  • Strong architecture and technical leadership background, including experience guiding delivery teams and reviewing solution designs.
  • Practical knowledge of Azure application and integration services such as Service Bus, API Management, Functions, Logic Apps and App Services.
  • Experience building integrations with enterprise patterns, APIs, messaging and event-driven approaches.
  • Sound understanding of identity, security, networking and non-functional needs in Azure solutions.
  • Working knowledge of Dynamics 365 FSCM and key business processes across finance, order management, inventory, warehousing and production.
  • Familiarity with Dynamics 365 FSCM integration methods, including OData, data entities, DMF and business events.
  • Substantial customer-facing experience in consulting, a partner organization or professional services.
  • Able to explain complex technical topics, lead workshops and influence senior stakeholders.
  • Strong analysis and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic and commercially aware approach.
  • Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
  • Willingness to travel and adapt working hours.
  • Curious mindset and readiness to question existing practices and improve them.
  • Able to work collaboratively with colleagues inside and outside the organization.
  • Dedication to ongoing development and becoming a Trusted Advisor.

Benefits

  • Bonus available.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with leave increasing based on service.
  • Medical insurance, subject to terms.
  • Additional health cashback plan.
  • Columbus Benefits Hub discounts on tickets, shopping, car leasing, holidays, food and more.
  • Enhanced maternity pay.
  • Free training courses through Columbus Academy.
  • Free Microsoft certifications and access to Microsoft Learn.
  • Modern, air-conditioned offices managed by Cubo.
  • Complimentary barista coffee and hot drinks.
  • Free beer and fizz daily from 2–5 pm.
  • Casual office dress code.
  • Personal pension plan.
  • Life assurance worth four times salary.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • £2,500 for successful candidate referrals, subject to eligibility.
  • Flexi-phone upgrade scheme, subject to eligibility.
  • Employee wellbeing programme, subject to terms.
  • Free 24/7 access to Cubo gyms.
  • Vitality medical insurance.
  • Westfield Health cash plan with an Employee Assistance Line.
  • Mental health first aiders.
  • Virtual suggestion boxes.
  • Flexible working and support for work-life balance.
  • Structured career paths and development support.

Related Jobs