Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned Azure Architect with over 15 years of IT experience, including 5+ years of specialized expertise in Microsoft Azure.
The ideal candidate will possess deep technical proficiency in cloud-native architectures, particularly within Microsoft Azure, and demonstrate strong hands-on skills in Java, J2EE, and Advanced Java for enterprise application development.
Job Description: Extensive architecture and development experience across multi-tier, distributed, and cloud-native systems, with strong hands-on expertise in Java, J2EE, and Advanced Java technologies for enterprise application development.
Proven ability to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions, aligning with enterprise architecture principles and governance.
Strong background in application modernization, cloud adoption strategy, and hybrid environment integration (on-premises + Azure).
Experienced in consulting and delivering large-scale implementations on Microsoft Azure across multiple domains.
Expertise in Azure Infrastructure, Networking, Storage, Applications, and Azure DevOps ecosystem.
Skilled in creating solution proposals, architecture documents, and presenting winning technical propositions for Microsoft Azure engagements.
Well-versed with modern cloud architecture styles and design patterns including microservices, event-driven, and serverless architectures.
Proficient in defining migration roadmaps, cloud adoption strategies, and effort estimation for enterprise workloads.
Hands-on experience with Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Virtual Networks, Virtual Machines, Blob Storage, PowerShell DSC, Azure Automation, Azure AD, and Azure Site Recovery.
Experienced in developing and deploying Cloud-Native Applications using Azure PaaS services — App Service Plans, Key Vault, SQL Azure DB, Azure Functions, Containers, AKS, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event Grid, and API Management.
Strong knowledge of Enterprise Integration Technologies such as BizTalk, Azure API Management, Logic Apps, and Service Bus.
Demonstrates strong analytical and technical problem-solving capabilities with hands-on solution design experience.
Successfully implemented projects involving Authentication and Authorization using Azure AD or OAuth, and claims-based authentication (SAML, OAuth, OIDC) with MFA and RBAC.
Proficient in setting up Monitoring, Logging, and Diagnostics on Azure for application observability.
Experience with WebLogic Server is preferable, especially for enterprise deployments and integration scenarios.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills — able to engage both business and technical audiences effectively.
Adept at leading architecture discussions, conducting design reviews, and mentoring development teams in adopting architectural best practices.
Preferred Certification: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
Added Advantage: Working knowledge of C#, Python, and JavaScript in addition to core Java expertise.