Azure Cloud Architect

Summary

Join our team as a Senior Cloud Architect specializing in Azure! Lead application migration assessments, cloud readiness evaluations, and deliver high-quality architectural designs. You will leverage your expertise in Azure, networking, security, IAM, Kubernetes (AKS), containers, Azure App Service, and DevOps practices. Strong analytical abilities, proactive communication, and outstanding soft skills are essential for engaging with stakeholders. This remote position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our cloud strategy. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in application migrations and modernizations within Azure environments and a deep understanding of Azure Cloud services.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Cloud Architect, specifically in application migrations and modernizations within Azure environments
• Deep technical knowledge in Azure Cloud services, networking, security frameworks, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Kubernetes (AKS), container technologies, and Azure App Service
• Strong hands-on experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD using GitHub Actions or similar tool
• Demonstrable ability to conduct effective cloud assessments and translate business needs into high-quality architectural designs
• Exceptional soft skills, including clear communication, proactive engagement, and effective teamwork

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive application migration and cloud readiness assessments
• Lead high-level and detailed architectural designs covering Azure Well Architected Framework pillars and application modernization requirements
• Facilitate requirement-gathering workshops, clearly translating business and technical requirements into actionable design documents
• Develop and present Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculations and migration cost analyses to stakeholders
• Provide expert guidance and leadership throughout cloud migration and modernization projects, ensuring alignment with architectural best practices
• Collaborate proactively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, developers, project managers, and business stakeholders
• Ensure clear, concise, and proactive communication across all levels of the organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and frameworks