Job Description
<p><p><b>Role Overview : <br/></b><br/>We are seeking a seasoned Azure Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of our cloud infrastructure and solutions on Microsoft Azure.<br/><br/>You will be responsible for crafting scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures that align with business goals, ensuring smooth migration and integration of enterprise workloads to Azure.<br/><br/>As an Azure Architect, you will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, development teams, and operations to define cloud strategies, select appropriate technologies, and enforce best practices.<br/><br/><b>Key Responsibilities : </b><br/><br/>- Lead the design and implementation of cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure services including compute, storage, networking, security, and monitoring.<br/><br/>- Develop Azure architecture blueprints, reference architectures, and governance frameworks aligned with enterprise standards.<br/><br/>- Drive cloud adoption and migration strategies, including lift-and-shift, re-platforming, and cloud-native solutions.<br/><br/>- Architect scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructures using Azure services such as Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Cosmos DB, Azure SQL, and more.<br/><br/>- Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep.<br/><br/>- Define and implement security best practices including identity and access management (Azure AD), encryption, network security groups, and compliance controls.<br/><br/>- Oversee monitoring, logging, and alerting frameworks leveraging Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.<br/><br/>- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and governance to cloud engineers and stakeholders.<br/><br/>- Evaluate new Azure services and tools to continuously improve cloud architecture and cost efficiency.<br/><br/>- Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure and application issues.<br/><br/>- Ensure solutions comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.<br/><br/><b>Required Qualifications : </b><br/><br/>- 8+ years of IT experience with at least 4+ years designing and implementing solutions on Microsoft Azure.<br/><br/>- Deep knowledge of Azure core services : Compute (VMs, AKS), Storage, Networking (VNet, Load Balancers), Security, Identity Management (Azure AD).<br/><br/>- Hands-on experience with IaC tools such as ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep.<br/><br/>- Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles including microservices, serverless, event-driven designs.<br/><br/>- Experience with hybrid cloud environments and on-premises to cloud migrations.<br/><br/>- Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Python.<br/><br/>- Knowledge of container orchestration and management (Docker, Kubernetes).<br/><br/>- Experience with DevOps pipelines and tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).<br/><br/>- Familiarity with compliance standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, ISO27001, and implementing cloud security controls.<br/><br/>- Excellent communication skills to articulate technical solutions to both technical and business stakeholders.<br/><br/>- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; relevant certifications preferred</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)