Position: Presales Engineer - Azure & AWS Cloud Solutions
Category: Sysadmin
English level: fluent
Years of experience: 8

I recently deployed a Microsoft 365 E5 license for a microfinance bank in Lagos, Nigeria. I also migrated all their emails from Namecheap's registrar to Exchange Online.  I set up directory sync to sync up all their on-premises users to the Azure Active Directory using the hybrid identity model. 

I also set up a fresh AWS account for a fintech firm and set up a disaster recovery plan to fail data to another availability zone. 

I have worked on an Azure DevOps project where I was responsible for setting up the GitHub security settings, define service connections on Microsoft Azure to enable the deployment of the container app to Azure Container Registry.
IT Horizons Nigeria Ltd
Presales Engineer – Azure & AWS Cloud Solutions

I am responsible for scoping, designing, and developing a bill of materials with pricing for solutions relating to Microsoft and Compute Solutions.

I collaborate with other engineers to architect solutions for other areas as the company deems fit from time to time. I win customers with innovative solutions that solve customers’ problems at a price point that gives a competitive edge without compromising quality and integrity.

In addition, I regularly interface with external vendors, OEMs, and sales teams to ensure the optimum performance of the solution areas under my portfolio.

To keep customers' engaged, I proactively scope the technical solution required to address customer requirements, assess customers met and unmet needs, and recommend solutions that optimize value for both the customer and the organization.

Furthermore, I also coordinate closely with internal sales, sales support, and service resources to align solution design with customers’ business requirements. I provide answers to (technical) questions in a Request for Information (RFI) or a Request for Proposal (RFP).

On a regular basis, I deliver proof of concepts (POC), product presentations and demonstrations, and support with the technical qualification of sales opportunities.

I have designed new solutions that help improve the resilience of the current environment. I establish the customer environment by designing system configuration, directing system installation, and defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards. I develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.

I have worked on helping customers analyze cloud costs and define billing standards that help cut down on cloud spending across the AWS and Microsoft Azure cloud environments.
I prefer a work environment that is friendly, welcoming and encourages growth for both employees and the employer. Having an environment like this will create trust and build a strong reputation for external customers.