Azure Cloud Architect
Job Summary
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Architect with expertise in Azure to lead application migration assessments, cloud readiness evaluations, and deliver high-quality architectural designs. The role requires proficiency in Azure, networking, security, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Kubernetes (AKS), containers, Azure App Service, DevOps practices, and GitHub Actions. Key responsibilities include conducting migration assessments, designing Azure Well-Architected Framework compliant solutions, developing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculations, and providing guidance throughout cloud migration projects. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for engaging with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Must have:
- Azure Cloud Architect experience
- Application migration assessments
- Azure Well-Architected Framework
- Azure, networking, security, IAM
- Kubernetes (AKS) and containers
- Azure App Service
- DevOps and GitHub Actions
- TCO calculations
- Excellent soft skills
Good to have:
- Azure certifications
- Agile methodologies
9 skills required
Job Details
Job Title: Sr. Cloud Architect (Azure)
Location: Remote
About the Role: We are looking for an Senior Cloud Architect specializing in Azure who is experienced at leading application migration assessments, cloud readiness evaluations, and delivering high-quality architectural designs. The successful candidate will have expertise in Azure, networking, security, IAM, Kubernetes (AKS), containers, Azure App Service, DevOps practices, and GitHub Actions. This role requires strong analytical abilities, proactive communication, and outstanding soft skills to effectively engage with stakeholders and teams.
- 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.
- 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.
- Relevant Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate).
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and frameworks.
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