Microsoft Canada
Cobey Errett
Solution Engineer, Microsoft Canada
Transforming how the Government of Canada builds with data — one department, one architecture, one breakthrough at a time.
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Microsoft Canada
Solution Engineer, Microsoft Canada
Transforming how the Government of Canada builds with data — one department, one architecture, one breakthrough at a time.
Learn more
About
Cobey Errett is a Solution Engineer at Microsoft Canada, where he serves as a trusted technical advisor to Canadian Federal Government departments navigating the shift to modern cloud data platforms. With a deep specialization in Microsoft Fabric — and broad expertise across Azure Infrastructure and AI — Cobey operates at the intersection of architecture, strategy, and execution — partnering with departments to design and validate solutions that are technically sound, security-conscious, and built for the realities of the Government of Canada.
Known for translating highly complex platform capabilities into clear executive narratives, Cobey removes the technical blockers that prevent departments from moving forward. From responding to RFPs and leading proof-of-concept engagements to conducting architecture reviews and shaping data strategy, he brings both the depth and the clarity that public sector leaders need to make confident technology decisions.
Based in Arnprior, Ontario on the Ottawa River, Cobey brings a local perspective to national challenges. When he's not helping departments build their data future, you'll find him on the golf course or the ski hill — occasionally taking lessons from his son Cooper at Pakenham.
Microsoft Fabric — data integration, analytics, and lakehouse architecture at enterprise and government scale. Also specializing in Azure Infrastructure and Artificial Intelligence & AI Platforms.
Canadian Federal Government departments — pre-sales, POC delivery, security narrative, and architecture advisory.
Bridging deep technical expertise with executive communication — making complexity accessible to decision-makers.
Arnprior, Ontario — Ottawa Valley, near Canada's National Capital Region.
Life
First and foremost, Cobey is a family man. He lives in Arnprior, Ontario — on the Ottawa River — with his partner Carolynn, their two sons Cooper and Peyton, and the real boss of the household: Bowser, a 140-pound Cane Corso who is absolutely convinced he's a lap dog. Outside of family time, Cobey is an avid golfer and skier — sometimes both in the same day. Yes, really.
Experience
Solution Engineer, Data & AI
Microsoft · Ottawa, Canada
Microsoft Fabric specialist embedded in the Canadian Federal Government pre-sales motion. Leads architecture reviews, proof-of-concept engagements, and RFP responses for public sector accounts across the National Capital Region and beyond. Drives Azure consumption by removing technical and compliance blockers, and shapes the GoC cloud data strategy at the account level.
Solution Engineer, Infra
Microsoft · Ottawa, Canada
Pre-sales solution engineering focused on Azure infrastructure for Canadian Federal Government accounts. Drove technical wins across compute, networking, and hybrid cloud workloads.
Technology Specialist, Infra
Microsoft · Ottawa, Canada
Deep technical specialist supporting Azure infrastructure sales across the public sector. Engaged on complex migrations, landing zone design, and security architecture for federal departments.
Cloud Solutions Architect
Microsoft · Ottawa, Canada
Customer-facing architect helping federal government clients adopt and optimize Azure. Focused on architecture reviews, Well-Architected assessments, and accelerating cloud adoption.
Lead Cloud Solutions Architect (AWS & Azure)
OpsGuru · Vancouver, Canada
Led cloud architecture across both AWS and Azure platforms, designing and delivering scalable, enterprise-grade cloud solutions for clients. Guided organizations through cloud migrations, infrastructure modernization, and multi-cloud strategy.
Lead Cloud Architect
Statistics Canada
Led cloud strategy and architecture for one of Canada's most data-intensive federal departments. Drove the department's migration to public cloud, established cloud governance frameworks, and delivered enterprise-scale data platforms supporting national statistical programs.
IT Manager
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Managed IT operations and infrastructure for a national federal department. Oversaw teams delivering enterprise services, driving operational efficiency and modernization initiatives across the department's technology portfolio.
Data Center Architect
Global Affairs Canada
Designed and implemented data center infrastructure for Canada's foreign affairs department. Delivered secure, high-availability environments supporting diplomatic and operational requirements domestically and internationally.
IT Analyst
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Provided IT analysis and support for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, contributing to the delivery and maintenance of information technology systems and services across the department.
Leadership Vision
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Connect
Whether you're a GoC department exploring Microsoft Fabric, a colleague looking to collaborate, or someone curious about cloud transformation in the public sector — I'd love to connect.
