OverviewAre you passionate about helping some of the world's largest energy organizations accelerate their digital transformation?As a Senior Account Technology Strategist (ATS) you serve as a trusted technology advisor for a strategic global energy customer, collaborating closely with business and technology leaders to shape a technology vision and translate it into actionable business outcomes using Microsoft’s cloud, artificial intelligence, security, and industry solutions. In this role, you work across customer, partner, and Microsoft teams to develop long-term technology strategies, identify and drive adoption of innovative solutions, and deliver measurable value.You will develop meaningful relationships with executive stakeholders, using your industry expertise, strategic insight, and technical credibility to lead consultative engagements and help customers navigate change. By accelerating your customers’ transformation journeys and supporting critical business priorities, you make technology a catalyst for value creation.At Microsoft, our mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more guides how we partner with customers to deliver trusted, impactful solutions. With a growth‑mindset culture, we innovate responsibly and measure success by shared progress, people, teams, and customers. Join us to do meaningful work that changes the world and helps shape what’s next for everyoneResponsibilitiesLead customer business transformation and technology vision for strategic accounts by orchestrating global teams, collaborating on performance indicators, and proactively identifying opportunities and risks.Act as a trusted advisor by partnering with senior executives to articulate how Microsoft technologies will deliver business outcomes and long-term growth, leveraging deep industry and technology insight.Build and execute long-term technology roadmaps and account strategies, aligning innovative Microsoft solutions with customer priorities and driving sustained digital transformation.Synthesize customer business and industry insights, create actionable recommendations, and coach teams to maximize value realization and achieve business goals.Foster strong relationships and facilitate collaboration between customers, partners, and Microsoft resources to accelerate solution adoption and create new capabilities.QualificationsRequired QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business or related field AND proven years technical consulting, technical consultative selling, practice building, or related technical/sales/industry experience OR equivalent experience.Proven experience in technical consulting, consultative technology sales, digital transformation, solution strategy, enterprise architecture, business consulting, or a related customer-facing role.Experience engaging with senior business and technical stakeholders and leading strategic customer conversations.Strong understanding of cloud platforms, data, AI, security, and modern technology solutions.Experience supporting large, complex enterprise customers.Energy industry experience, including electric utilities, oil and gas, renewables, power generation, energy services, or related sectors.Preferred QualificationsExperience driving business transformation through technology adoption.Experience in enterprise account planning and opportunity development.Experience working with consulting firms, systems integrators, or strategic technology partners.Experience leading cross-functional virtual teams in a matrixed environment.Knowledge of industry challenges related to sustainability, grid modernization, operational efficiency, industrial AI, or energy transition initiatives.Ability to influence decision-making at executive and board-adjacent levels. Strategic Account Technology IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across Norway is kr 798,000.00 - kr 1,470,000.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/norway-corporate-pay.htmlStrategic Account Technology IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across Norway is kr 798,000.00 - kr 1,470,000.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/norway-corporate-pay.htmlThis position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.