Azure Cloud Architect

We are on the lookout for a talented Azure Cloud Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. With 8–12 years of IT experience, including 4+ years in Azure architecture, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving cloud transformation. This is a hands-on role, requiring deep technical expertise and leadership skills.

Requirements

• Design comprehensive Azure cloud architectures, encompassing IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions, to meet business requirements.
• Lead cloud migration projects, transitioning on-premise or other cloud environments to Azure, ensuring a smooth and secure process.
• Establish architecture guidelines, governance frameworks, and best practices for Azure adoption, focusing on security and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, DevOps, and infrastructure specialists, to ensure seamless deployment and scalability.
• Maintain compliance with security and privacy standards, leveraging Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, and other relevant tools.
• Create and maintain detailed architecture documentation, HLD/LLD, diagrams, and runbooks for operational efficiency.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure costs through effective planning and resource management.
• Stay updated with the latest Azure offerings and integrate new services into architectural designs as needed.
• Mentor and guide teams on Azure DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM, Bicep, or Terraform.