Azure Cloud Architect

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive application migration and cloud readiness assessments.
• Lead high-level and detailed architectural designs covering Azure Well Architected Framework pillars and application modernization requirements.
• Facilitate requirement-gathering workshops, clearly translating business and technical requirements into actionable design documents.
• Develop and present Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculations and migration cost analyses to stakeholders.
• Provide expert guidance and leadership throughout cloud migration and modernization projects, ensuring alignment with architectural best practices.
• Collaborate proactively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, developers, project managers, and business stakeholders.
• Ensure clear, concise, and proactive communication across all levels of the organization.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Cloud Architect, specifically in application migrations and modernizations within Azure environments.
• Deep technical knowledge in Azure Cloud services, networking, security frameworks, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Kubernetes (AKS), container technologies, and Azure App Service.
• Strong hands-on experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD using GitHub Actions or similar tool.
• Demonstrable ability to conduct effective cloud assessments and translate business needs into high-quality architectural designs.
• Exceptional soft skills, including clear communication, proactive engagement, and effective teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and frameworks.