Solutions Architect

Penguin Random House; Remote; GBP 94,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing company is seeking a Mid Level Solutions Architect in the United Kingdom to focus on Microsoft 365 solutions, enhancing user experience and driving intelligent automation. Ideal candidates should have 4–6 years of IT experience, including 2–4 years with Microsoft 365, and be adept in designing secure environments. This role offers competitive compensation of $125,000 - $150,000 and is open to remote work.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription drug insurance

Dental and Vision

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of total IT experience.
• 2–4 years focused on Microsoft 365 and Entra ID.
• Proven delivery of solutions across Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Design Microsoft 365 solutions with emphasis on Teams.
• Develop automation using PowerShell and Power Platform.
• Architect governance frameworks for Microsoft 365 environments.

Skills

Microsoft 365 expertise

Automation skills with PowerShell

User-centered design

Tools

Graph API

PowerPlatform

Job description

This role is for someone who can think architecturally, automate intelligently, and design for the user. You’ll help define how Microsoft 365 and Copilot shape the way our teams work — securely, efficiently, and with a clear focus on user experience.

We’re looking for a Mid Level Solutions Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft 365, Teams, and Entra ID to help shape our modern workplace experience. This role combines technical design, automation, and user-centered thinking — ensuring our Microsoft 365 environment is secure, intuitive, and built for scale. You’ll partner with IT and business teams to design solutions that enhance productivity, streamline collaboration, and introduce intelligent automation using Copilot and the Power Platform. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable designing architecture and improving how people work every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect Microsoft 365 solutions, with emphasis on Teams, Entra ID, and modern collaboration.
• Design and implement user‑focused solutions that improve productivity and simplify digital workflows.
• Develop automation and orchestration using PowerShell, Graph API, and Power Platform (including Copilot Studio).
• Architect governance, lifecycle, and adoption frameworks for Teams, SharePoint, and Power Platform.
• Design and maintain secure identity models using Entra ID, Conditional Access, and data protection policies.
• Partner with security and compliance teams to align M365 design with organizational standards.
• Provide strategic guidance on Copilot adoption, licensing, and integration into business processes.
• Support cross‑platform migrations and modernization projects within Microsoft 365.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years total IT experience, with 2–4 years focused on Microsoft 365 and Entra ID (or equivalent cloud collaboration stack).
• Proven experience designing and delivering solutions across Microsoft 365, Teams, and Entra ID.
• Automation skills with PowerShell, Graph API, and Power Platform tools (Power Automate, PowerApps).
• Demonstrated experience improving end‑user experience through thoughtful design and governance.
• Understanding of Microsoft 365 tenant architecture, security, and lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with Copilot capabilities and AI‑assisted productivity solutions.
• Experience securing Microsoft 365 environments and implementing Zero Trust principles.
• Working knowledge of cloud migration strategies and M365 integrations with third‑party platforms.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to communicate complex designs simply and collaborate across teams.
• Experience supporting medium to large‑scale environments (2,000+ users).
• Familiarity with design thinking and user adoption strategies for digital workplace solutions.

Role is open to remote

The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $150,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.

Please apply by December 12th, 2025 and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full‑time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre‑Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long‑Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC | Job ID: 284676