We are looking for a seasoned Cloud Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure to design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and cost-productive cloud solutions. This role demands a strategic thinker who can assess, modernize, and optimize enterprise systems while guiding migration and transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and implement cloud architecture strategies and hybrid solutions.
- Evaluate existing infrastructure and define migration strategies (Lift & Shift, Refactor, Re-platform).
- Develop detailed migration and rollback plans, including performance optimization.
- Leverage scripting (PowerShell, Python, ARM templates) to automate deployments and operations.
- Ensure security, access control, identity management, and compliance across Azure environments.
- Collaborate with DevOps, Infrastructure, and Security teams to deliver CI/CD pipelines and policy-compliant infrastructure.
- Mentor junior engineers and lead architectural discussions with stakeholders.
- Provide post-migration support, performance tuning, and cost optimization.

Required Skills & Experience





- 8+ years in cloud architecture, with 5+ years in Microsoft Azure.
- Proficiency with Azure services including VMs, Database Services, Front Door, AKS, Azure Functions, and DevOps
- Strong scripting skills for automation and orchestration.
- Deep understanding of cloud security principles and architecture best practices.
- Experience with troubleshooting hybrid cloud and infrastructure issues.
- Excellent communication skills for both technical and business audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

- Azure certifications (Solutions Architect Expert, DevOps Engineer Expert).
- Knowledge of IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with multi-cloud strategies (Azure + AWS).
- Experience in CI/CD automation and DevOps practices.
- Exposure to data analytics and big data services on Azure.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's preferred).

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