Azure Operations Architect (m/f/d)

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Hiring Remotely in Cluj-Napoca, Cluj, ROU
In-Office or Remote
Senior level
Cloud • Information Technology • Professional Services • Consulting
The Role
Architects and operates secure, scalable Azure and hybrid platforms, including landing zones, networking, identity, security, resilience, and disaster recovery. Advises customers on architecture, costs, roadmaps, and technical decisions; leads major incidents, escalations, and root-cause analysis. Designs hybrid environments across Azure, VMware/Hyper-V, Windows Server, and Azure Arc/Azure Local. Defines infrastructure-as-code, automation, and operational standards while serving as a senior technical reference, supporting workshops, presales, transitions, and engineer mentoring.
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Ready to architect secure, scalable Azure and hybrid platforms?
 
Join Skaylink, part of Vodafone, and shape Azure and hybrid platforms for leading German companies combining architecture, operations, customer advisory, and technical leadership.
 
This role is remote within Romania. If you are based in Cluj-Napoca, you also have the option to work from our office in a hybrid setup.

What you will do:

    • Own Azure and hybrid platform architectures, including landing zones, networking, identity, security, resilience, and recovery. 
    • Advise customers on architecture, cost optimization, roadmaps, and technical decisions throughout the platform lifecycle.
    • Lead complex escalations and major incidents, driving root-cause analysis and sustainable architectural improvements.
    • Design hybrid environments across Azure, VMware/Hyper-V, Windows Server, Azure Arc/Azure Local, and hybrid identity and networking.
    • Define and review Infrastructure as Code, automation, reference architectures, and operational standards with engineering and service teams.
    • Act as the senior technical reference for the Romanian team and support customer workshops, presales, and transition into operations. 

When you fit in with us:

    Mandatory requirements: 

  • 5 years of Azure architecture and operations experience, including production environments. 
  • Strong hybrid IT experience with VMware/Hyper-V, Windows Server, Azure Arc/Azure Local, networking, and Entra ID.
  • Good knowledge of Azure landing zones, security, governance, backup, and disaster recovery.
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation, using Bicep/Terraform and Azure DevOps/GitHub.
  • Experience with managed services and customer advisory, including technical workshops, complex issues, and mentoring engineers.
  • Strong English skills, structured problem-solving, and willingness to start around 06:00 EET, participate in the on-call rota, and travel occasionally to Germany. 

  • Nice to have: 

    • German (B2+) is a big plus.
    • Microsoft 365, Intune, Copilot, Power Platform, FinOps, Azure Virtual Desktop, or Entra Global Secure Access.
    • Certifications such as AZ-305, AZ-104, AZ-802, SC-300, or SC-500. 

Hey, we are Skaylink.
Join us on our Cloud Journey!
 

As part of Vodafone, we bring our cloud DNA and innovative spirit to the table. Together, we are driving key cloud and transformation projects forward. From cloud migrations and security solutions to modern work projects, we create tangible added value for our customers. In doing so, we leverage synergies and combine our strengths. This results in solutions with a lasting impact and that’s exactly what makes us one of the leading providers in the field of cloud technologies. 

Our goal is to deliver real results that have a measurable impact and drive projects forward in a sustainable way. We don’t just advise, we make things happen. Taking responsibility and creating impact go hand in hand. 

What matters to us is your expertise, your passion, and your commitment to making a difference. Diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences make us strong. They create an environment where you can contribute and grow. 

If you want to do more than just follow along and you’re ready to make a real impact, Skaylink is the right place for you. 

 
What you get from us
 
🎯 Purpose – using your expertise (in projects at renowned companies such as BMW Group, Henkel or KWS)
🌍 Flexibility – finding your balance (e.g. hybrid and/or remote work, flexible working hours)
📖 Development – constantly improve yourself (e.g. Skaylink Campus, development reviews and employee surveys)
💡Innovation – contribute your ideas to advance
💻 Equipment – get off to a good start (e.g. high performance Windows laptops and a company cell phone if required)
💪 Support – Feel good (e.g. Employee referral program, Regina Maria, meal vouchers, pension plan)
🏆 Events – get together and celebrate (e.g. summer and Christmas parties, team events, cross-company tech talks) 
🧩 Together – We are Skaylink! 
 
You + Skaylink = Perfect Match? 
 
Then apply - even if you don't meet all the requirements! All we need is your CV and we can't wait to read about you. 
 
We look forward to the (Cloud) Journey with you! 

Skills Required

  • At least 5 years of Azure architecture and operations experience in production environments
  • Strong hybrid IT experience with VMware or Hyper-V, Windows Server, Azure Arc or Azure Local, networking, and Microsoft Entra ID
  • Knowledge of Azure landing zones, security, governance, backup, and disaster recovery
  • Experience with infrastructure as code and automation using Bicep or Terraform and Azure DevOps or GitHub
  • Experience with managed services and customer advisory, including technical workshops, complex issues, and mentoring engineers
  • Strong English communication skills and structured problem-solving ability
  • Availability to start around 06:00 EET and participate in an on-call rota
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to Germany
  • German language proficiency at B2 level or higher
  • Experience with Microsoft 365, Intune, Copilot, Power Platform, FinOps, Azure Virtual Desktop, or Entra Global Secure Access
  • Microsoft certifications such as AZ-305, AZ-104, AZ-802, SC-300, or SC-500
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The Company
HQ: Munich
550 Employees

What We Do

Skaylink is a leading European specialist in digital transformation and cloud solutions. The company helps businesses rapidly and securely migrate to the cloud and operate modern cloud environments. Leveraging proprietary frameworks and methodologies, Skaylink provides strategic guidance, training, and practical assistance to deliver measurable business value across various sectors and jurisdictions.

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