Azure Solution Architect

Job Title:AzureSolutionArchitect

Location: Remote

Experience Required: 12+ yearsinIT / Cloudarchitecture

Overview:

We are seeking a SeniorAzureSolutionArchitectwith extensive experienceindesigning, implementing, and modernizing enterprise-grade cloudsolutions on MicrosoftAzure. This role combines deep technical expertiseincloudinfrastructure, networking, DevOps, containers, and security with leadershipinarchitectural planning, stakeholder engagement, and execution of large-scale migration and modernization projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Design scalable, secure, and resilientsolutions on MicrosoftAzurealigned with theAzureWell-Architected Framework.

Lead cloud readiness assessments, application modernization planning, and on-prem to cloud migrationinitiatives.

Develop high-level and low-levelarchitecture designs covering compute, storage, networking, identity, backup/DR, and monitoring.

ArchitectcomplexAzurenetworkingsolutions, with a strong focus on:

azurenetworking foundations

azure Hybrid Connectivity (VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, VNet Peering)

network security and segmentation usingAzureFirewall and NSGs

scaling, best practices, and limitations of networkinfrastructure

Cross-tenant connectivity and multi-subscription designs

Drivearchitecture discussions around scalability, high availability, disaster recovery, compliance, and performance.

Lead the implementation of advancedAzureActive Directory (AD) Premium features focused on security, identity governance, and compliance.

Architectand provisionAzureKubernetes Service(AKS) clustersinAzure,including configuration of node pools, sizing, andintegration with otherAzureservices.

Provide end-to-end system design for critical platforms such as core banking systems—including app servers, databases, messaging layers, security modules, and third-partyintegrations.

Guide DevOps strategy and CI/CD implementations using GitHub Actions or similar tools.

Develop and present Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models and migration cost estimations to stakeholders.

Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all assigned resources and ensure smooth deliveryincollaboration with engineers, PMs, and client teams.

Identify and resolve system vulnerabilities,inefficiencies, and misconfigurations withindustry best practices.

Required Skills and Experience:

12+ years of professional IT experience with a strong focus on cloudarchitecture andsolutiondelivery.

10+ years working with MicrosoftAzure,including designing and implementing production-grade workloads.

Proven expertisein:

AzureIaaS, PaaS, networking, and security services

Azure networking (core concepts, hybrid connectivity, firewalls, scaling, cross-tenant design)

Kubernetes (AKS), containers, andAzureApp Services

Azure Active Directory (including Premium features)

Devops methodologies and CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions,AzureDevOps)

Identity & Access Management (IAM), policy, governance, and compliance

Strong experience conducting assessments and leading large-scale migrations.

Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills with the ability to present technicalsolutions to business stakeholders.

Effective leadership and collaboration capabilitiesina cross-functional and client-facing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

RelevantAzurecertifications (SolutionsArchitect, DevOps Engineer, Security Associate)

Strong backgroundininfrastructure and networking

ExperienceinAgile/DevOps environments and use of collaborative tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence)

Experience workingincore banking or other regulated domains is a plus