Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Infrastructure Architect to lead the design, deployment, and optimization of enterprise-grade cloud environments on Microsoft Azure.

The successful candidate will be responsible for architecting secure, scalable, and cost-efficient Azure infrastructure while driving automation, governance, and modernization initiatives across hybrid and multi-cloud ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Design and Implementation
  • Design secure, scalable, and resilient Azure infrastructure aligned with enterprise requirements.
  • Deploy and manage Azure infrastructure components, including Virtual Machines, VNets, Load Balancers, and Storage Accounts.
  • Automate provisioning and configuration management using Terraform, ARM Templates, or Bicep.
  • Plan and architect hybrid/multi-cloud connectivity using ExpressRoute, VPN, and on-premises integrations.
  1. Governance, Security, and Compliance
  • Define and enforce governance, compliance, and security baselines using Azure Policy, RBAC, and Management Groups.
  • Establish standardized landing zones aligned with Microsoft’s Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework.
  • Implement robust identity, access, and data protection policies leveraging Azure AD, Key Vault, and Security Center.
  • Ensure compliance with enterprise and regulatory standards across environments.
  1. Performance, Monitoring, and Reliability
  • Optimize system performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
  • Architect for high availability, scalability, and operational excellence across workloads.
  • Define and implement backup, disaster recovery (DR), and business continuity strategies using Azure Backup and Site Recovery.
  • Conduct proactive capacity planning and resource optimization to manage cloud costs efficiently.
  1. Modernization and Migration
  • Lead cloud migration initiatives (IaaS, PaaS, and Database workloads) from on-premises or other environments to Azure.
  • Evaluate and recommend Azure services and modernization strategies to enhance agility and reduce technical debt.
  • Drive the adoption of containerization solutions where applicable.
  1. Collaboration and Documentation
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to enable CI/CD integration and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) governance.
  • Work closely with developers, security teams, and solution architects to ensure consistent delivery across environments.
  • Troubleshoot incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and provide guidance on resolution and resilience improvements.
  • Document architecture blueprints, technical designs, and infrastructure standards for reuse and compliance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Experience: Minimum 8+ years in IT infrastructure and 4+ years in Azure cloud architecture.
  • Technical Expertise In:
  • Microsoft Azure IaaS & PaaS (VMs, App Services, Azure SQL, Storage, AKS).
  • Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, ARM, Bicep, or equivalent.
  • Azure AD, Azure Security Center, Key Vault, and Defender for Cloud.
  • Networking (ExpressRoute, VPN, Load Balancers, Firewalls, NSGs).
  • Monitoring, Backup, and DR tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Site Recovery).
  • Azure Governance, Policy, and Cost Management.
  • Preferred Certifications:
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
  • Terraform Associate or equivalent IaC certification.
  • Soft Skills:
  • Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional technical discussions and solution design workshops.