Job Title: Azure Architect (Hybrid)
Job Location: Dallas TX
Duration: 12 Months CTH
Job Summary
- The Azure Architect will design implement and oversee cloud-based solutions utilizing Microsoft Azure. This role requires a strategic thinker with expertise in cloud architecture to guide infrastructure modernization application migration and operational optimization in alignment with business goals. The Azure Architect will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the scalability security and efficiency of Azure-based systems while staying current with emerging cloud technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Cloud Architecture Design: Develop maintain and document comprehensive Azure cloud architecture strategies ensuring scalability reliability and security.
- Solution Implementation: Lead the deployment and configuration of Azure-based solutions including virtual networks virtual machines containers storage and application services.
- Migration Planning: Design and execute migration plans for transitioning legacy systems and applications to Azure minimizing downtime and disruption.
- Security and Compliance: Implement robust security measures to protect data and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g. ISO 27001 GDPR).
- Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize the performance reliability and cost-efficiency of Azure resources.
- Collaboration: Work closely with developers DevOps teams and IT leadership to align Azure implementations with project requirements and organizational objectives.
- Automation and Scripting: Develop scripts for resource provisioning configuration management and deployment using tools like PowerShell Terraform or Azure CLI.
- Disaster Recovery: Design and implement backup disaster recovery and business continuity solutions within Azure.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of architectures configurations and processes to support ongoing maintenance and scalability.
- Training and Mentorship: Provide guidance and training to internal teams on Azure best practices and new developments.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
Experience:
- 7 years of IT experience with at least 3 years focused on Azure cloud architecture and solutions.
- Proven experience in cloud migration and modernization projects.
- Strong background in infrastructure design networking and security.
Skills & Certifications:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (required).
- Proficiency in Azure services such as Azure AD Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Azure Functions Azure SQL and Azure DevOps.
- Strong scripting skills with PowerShell Python or similar tools.
- Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform Bicep or ARM templates.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Key Competencies
- Strategic Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Proactive Leadership
- Team Collaboration