About Persistent We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above.

We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 23 sequential quarters of growth with $422.5M in Q3 FY26 revenue, up 4.0% Q-o-Q and 17.3% Y-o-Y growth.

Our 26,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We won the 2025 ISG Star of Excellence? Award for AI and Data Excellence and were named a Leader in the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next-generation Data, Analytics and AI Services PE?� Assessment 2025.

Location: Pune, India

Years of Experience: 12 to 15 Years

About Position We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and experience in designing, building, and governing enterprise-scale Azure Landing Zones. This role is critical in enabling application teams to successfully migrate and operate workloads on the Azure cloud platform. The Azure Architect will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our cloud infrastructure is robust, scalable, and aligned with best practices.

What You'll Do

- Design and implement enterprise-scale Azure Landing Zones that meet organizational requirements.




- Collaborate with application teams to facilitate the migration of workloads to Azure.
- Establish governance frameworks to ensure compliance and security across Azure environments.
- Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to automate deployment and management of cloud resources.
- Implement DevOps practices to enhance collaboration and efficiency in application development and operations.
- Drive modernization initiatives to optimize existing workloads and applications for the cloud.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members on Azure best practices.
- Stay updated with the latest Azure features and industry trends to continuously improve cloud strategies.

Mandatory Skills
- Strong expertise in Azure architecture and services.
- Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.
- Experience with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines.
- Solid understanding of cloud governance and security best practices.
- Proven experience in automating cloud infrastructure and application deployments.

Preferred Skills

- Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with cloud monitoring and management tools.
- Knowledge of networking and security concepts in cloud environments.
- Certifications in Azure (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are a plus.

Expertise You'll Bring The successful candidate will bring a wealth of experience in cloud architecture, particularly within the Azure ecosystem.



You will have a proven track record of designing and implementing cloud solutions that drive business value. Your solid analytical skills and attention to detail will enable you to identify and mitigate risks while ensuring that cloud deployments are efficient and effective. You will be a proactive communicator, capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals. If you are passionate about cloud technology and have the expertise to lead Azure initiatives, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team in Pune, India.

Benefits

- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers "Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind." Azure,Azure Architecture

📌 Senior Azure Solutions Architect (Pune)
🏢 Persistent Systems
📍 Pune