Jobs, fresher vacancy - Field CTO – Cloud & Applications • UK

Company: Microland Limited

UK

Microland is the world's leading AI-first, platform-driven technology infrastructure services company. We're a 36-year-old organization serving clients in over 100 locations globally.Microland’s driving ambition is to provide our clients with innovation, the best technologies, and strategies for adopting the next generation of digital infrastructure. We lead with our platforms under the umbrella of Intelligeni. Large enterprises rely on Microland to manage and transform their mission-critical infrastructure. 55% of our revenue comes from the North America region, 35% from EMEA, and 10% from APAC. Visit www.microland.com for more details.Position: Field CTO – Cloud & ApplicationsOffice Location: LondonTravel: As required across the UK and EuropeReports to: SVP – Geo Leader (EMEA)Role OverviewThe Field CTO – Cloud & Applications is a senior, client-facing advisory role responsible for shaping executive-level conversations around cloud strategy, application modernisation and enterprise-scale managed services.The role exists to influence, guide and elevate how enterprise clients think about cloud and application platforms transformation and also long-term managed capabilities. It helps clients connect technology decisions to business outcomes such as resilience, agility, cost optimisation and operational efficiency.This role is a blend of technology leadership, executive advisory and pre-sales enablement, complementing sales, delivery and architecture teams by bringing clarity, confidence and direction to complex transformation and managed service discussions.Core ExpertiseCloud strategy and cloud managed services across AWS, Azure and GCPEnterprise cloud and application operating models, including run, optimise and evolveApplication modernisation, rationalisation and lifecycle managementCloud-native architectures and platform engineeringDevSecOps, CI/CD and developer productivity at scaleEnterprise-scale application and digital managed services, including cost, reliability and performance optimisationKey ResponsibilitiesExecutive Advisory and Client EngagementEngage confidently with senior client stakeholders across enterprise accounts.Lead executive-level discussions on cloud strategy, application modernisation and managed service-led operating modelsHelp clients articulate their challenges, priorities and transformation ambitions across both change and run agendasAct as a trusted advisor supporting sales-led pursuits, without assuming delivery ownershipCloud, Application and Managed Services LeadershipProvide thought leadership on:Application modernisation approaches including re-host, re-platform and re-architectCloud-native architectures and enterprise cloud operating modelsManaged service models for cloud and applications, including service design, governance and optimisationPlatform engineering, developer experience and modern software delivery practicesBring clarity to complex environments by balancing innovation with operational stability, security and costChallenge traditional thinking where required, while remaining pragmatic and outcome-focusedPre-Sales and Opportunity ShapingWork closely with Account Executives and sales leadership throughout the pre-sales lifecycleSupport early-stage opportunity shaping by influencing problem definition, solution direction and managed service positioningParticipate in key pursuits as an executive-level technology advisorElevate conversations from tools and technologies to platforms, operating models and long-term service outcomesMaintain continuity of senior client relationships throughout the sales cycleThought Leadership and Market PositioningDevelop and articulate a clear, opinionated point of view on cloud, applications and managed services evolutionRepresent the organisation in executive briefings, industry forums, roundtables and customer advisory sessionsContribute to external thought leadership through blogs, presentations and whitepapersInternal Collaboration and EnablementCollaborate closely with Account Executives, architects and delivery leadersProvide strategic guidance without becoming part of day-to-day deliveryCoach senior sales and technical stakeholders on positioning cloud and application managed servicesEnsure consistency of narrative, value proposition and messaging across pursuitsStakeholder EngagementExternalCIOs, CTOs, CDOs and senior technology leadersBusiness, digital and transformation stakeholdersInternalAccount Executives and sales leadershipSolution architects and technical specialistsDelivery and operations leadershipRegional and global leadership teamsCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary & Bonus.Travel and client engagement expenses as per company policy.Why Join Us?We are a leading global, AI-first, platform-led technology infrastructure services company recognized for making digital infrastructure resilient and autonomous.Exceptional commission structure and significant earning potential.The opportunity to directly impact company growth by bringing in flagship new clients.Work with cutting-edge AIOps and cloud technologies.(EEO) Microland is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.