Technical Lead Microsoft 365 & Identity

Assignment Overview:

Our client is looking for a forward-thinking and experienced Technical Lead specializing in Microsoft 365 and Identity Management. This role is pivotal in shaping and advancing the organization’s digital collaboration ecosystem, ensuring a secure, scalable, and user-centric Microsoft 365 environment integrated with modern identity platforms.

The position blends strategic architectural ownership with hands-on engineering responsibilities, operating within a DevOps-driven environment where teams manage the full lifecycle of services—from design and implementation to operations and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Define and govern the technical architecture for Microsoft 365 services, including Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Viva, and Exchange Online.
• Establish and evolve a long-term platform roadmap aligned with business objectives, security frameworks, and digital workplace strategies.
• Drive architectural decisions using modern principles such as modular design, automation-first approaches, resilience, and cloud-native patterns.
• Identify areas for optimization by simplifying workflows and introducing automation and self-service capabilities.

Platform Engineering & Reliability

• Design, implement, and enhance Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Active Directory environments to ensure high availability, security, and scalability.
• Develop automated solutions and integrations leveraging tools such as PowerShell, Microsoft Graph API, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and GitHub Actions.
• Manage and support hybrid identity models, ensuring seamless and compliant identity experiences.
• Collaborate with operations teams to troubleshoot complex issues, address root causes, and continuously improve system performance and reliability.

Collaboration, Governance & Advisory

• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to stakeholders, including product owners, architects, security teams, and business units.
• Support governance frameworks, compliance initiatives, and lifecycle management of collaboration platforms.
• Contribute to agile ceremonies such as backlog refinement, sprint planning, and cross-team coordination.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-friendly communication.
• Mentor team members and actively contribute to the broader technical leadership community.
• Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.

Required Experience:

Proven experience in a senior technical, architectural, or leadership role within Microsoft 365 and Identity Management environments.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).

Required Skills:

• Strong hands-on expertise in Microsoft 365 services (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Viva, Exchange Online, etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of Entra ID and Active Directory, including Conditional Access, MFA, and hybrid identity models
• Experience in identity and access management and cloud security principles
• Proficiency in automation and scripting using PowerShell
• Experience with event-driven integrations and APIs (Microsoft Graph, Azure Functions, Logic Apps)
• Solid understanding of cloud architecture and modern DevOps practices (CI/CD, GitOps, Infrastructure as Code)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with ServiceNow integrations or workflow automation
• Knowledge of Microsoft Purview for compliance and data governance
• Experience working with multi-tenant and hybrid cloud architectures
• Relevant certifications such as MS-700, MS-720, MS-740, SC-300, or equivalent

Language Requirements:

• English – Proficient

Job Mode:

· Hybrid (25% Remote)

Application Method: Interested candidates can apply by sending their profile to hr@semiconservicenordic.com