Enterprise Architect Azure

We are looking for a Enterprise Architect Azure with deep hands-on experience in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions on Azure cloud. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud architecture, infrastructure as code, AI, DevOps practices, and cloud security. This role requires a strong background in Azure cloud services, data engineering, and AI/ML solution architecture. You will lead the design and deployment of cloud solutions collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement end-to-end Azure cloud solutions for enterprise-scale applications.

• Lead cloud architecture discussions and provide technical guidance to development and infrastructure teams.

• Develop and maintain architecture diagrams, documentation, and best practices.

• Ensure security, scalability, and performance of Azure-based solutions.

• Migrate on-premises workloads to Azure using tools like Azure Migrate, ASR, and others.

• Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.

• Optimize cloud costs and monitor resource utilization.

• Hands on experience on Open AI and Power Apps will be a plus.

• Stay updated with Azure services and recommend improvements or new technologies.

• Conduct architecture reviews and provide recommendations for improvements.

• Mentor junior architects and engineers.

Qualifications:

• 13+ years of IT experience with at least 10+ years in Azure cloud architecture.

• Strong hands-on experience with Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings.

• Expertise in Azure networking, security, identity, and governance.

• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, CLI) and Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform).

• Experience with containerization (AKS, Docker) and microservices architecture.

• Familiarity with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.

• Strong understanding of DevOps practices and tools.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-305, AZ-104, AZ-400) are highly desirable