GDS Consulting - Microsoft 365 Solution Architect - Manager

Location

Kochi

Other locations

Anywhere in Country

Salary

Competitive

Date

Sep 23, 2026

Job description

Requisition ID

1743368

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Microsoft 365 solution architecture / Technical manager 1-2– Consulting

EY GDS Consulting – Digital is seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Architect with a strong background in building and modernizing enterprise collaboration and content solutions. The role sits within the Enterprise Content and Modern Work practice, delivering integrated, compliant, and scalable solutions to clients across multiple regions.

The opportunity

We are looking for professionals with deep expertise in Microsoft 365 solution architecture, custom development, and integration to join our Digital Engineering Consulting team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a leading global organization, contribute to complex transformation and modernization initiatives, and play a key role in shaping and growing our modern workplace and integration service offerings.

Your key responsibilities

Produces high-quality solution or infrastructure deliverables in accordance with project timelines and specifications, using sound coding and programming skills

Performs coding, debugging, testing and troubleshooting throughout the development process contributing to moderately complex aspects of a project

Maintains and enhances systems by fixing complicated errors, raising risks and escalating issues where necessary

Works with users to capture detailed requirements, translating designs and solution architecture into design specifications

Monitors and reports on potential risks/opportunities of emerging technologies, and seeks areas for continuous improvement

Ensures all activities adhere to the relevant processes, procedures, standards and technical design

Develop and promote best practices for usage, operations and development

Strong analytical and communication skills with intense drive to learn and adopt.

Skills and attributes

7–12 years of experience in enterprise solution architecture and development

Strong hands-on experience with

SharePoint Framework (SPFx)

Microsoft Teams app development

.NET / C#

REST APIs and integration patterns

Proven experience designing enterprise-grade M365 solutions

Strong understanding of modern workplace concepts (collaboration, productivity, extensibility)

Excellent architectural thinking beyond platform-specific constraints

Experience designing integrated solutions across multiple systems

Strong understanding of cloud-native and modern application architectures

Ability to define standards, patterns, and best practices

Core Skills

Microsoft 365 & SharePoint: SPFx development, PnP Framework, PowerShell automation

Application Development

.NET, C#, React, Azure Functions, enterprise-grade solution design

Power Platform

Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Virtual Agents with governance awareness

Dataverse

Data modeling, APIs, security, and integration with Power Platform and custom apps

Integration Architecture

REST & SOAP APIs, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, secure enterprise integrations

Azure DevOps

CI/CD, source control

Desirable Skills

Microsoft Purview

Data governance, DLP, information protection

Microsoft Syntex

AI-driven content processing, document understanding, classification, and generation

AI Builder

Custom AI models, integration with Power Platform

Microsoft 365 Copilot: Integration with M365 apps

Microsoft Teams

App development, integration

PCF Controls

Custom PowerApps Component Framework development using React and TypeScript

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Team Player

Self-starter and highly motivated

Ability to handle high pressure and fast paced situations

Excellent presentation skills

Ability to work with globally distributed teams

To qualify for the role, you must have

A bachelor's or master's degree

Strong experience across Microsoft SharePoint (on‑premises and online), with the ability to modernize and extend solutions beyond platform constraints

Proven hands-on expertise with SharePoint Framework (SPFx), Power Apps, and Power Automate for building modern, extensible business solutions

Strong front-end development skills using TypeScript, React, Angular, and Fluent UI, with an emphasis on scalable and reusable components

Solid experience with PowerShell and PnP for automation, provisioning, and enterprise governance

Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to operate as a solution architect and trusted advisor

Ideally, you’ll also have

Analytical ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks into manageable work products.

Can operate independently or with minimum supervision

What working at EY offers

At EY, we’re dedicated to helping our clients, from start–ups to Fortune 500 companies — and the work we do with them is as varied as they are.

You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer

Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around

Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

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