At EZCORP we are a growing team focused on creating and changing the pawn industry as we know it today. We believe that our platform enabled lending and e-commerce solutions will revolutionize our ability to attract, engage and service our customers across the United States, Mexico and Latin America.
Join us now for an opportunity to be a part of a team that wants to provide access to short-term cash for every person – everywhere!
The Company:
Founded in Austin in 1989, EZCORP has grown into a leading provider of pawn loans in the United States, Mexico and Latin America. We are dedicated to satisfying the short-term cash needs of consumers who are both cash and credit constrained and providing an industry-leading customer experience.
What’s in it for you:
Ground Floor opportunity with EZCORP, a company with a start-up, purpose-driven mentality where innovative and agile problem solving are part of our DNA along with competitive compensation and benefits.
Address:
TexasThe Azure Windows Architect ensures the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the corporate cloud environment (Azure) and the technologies that support core customer-facing and enterprise-facing products and platforms.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serves as subject matter expert in a complex array of full stack solutions
- Performs research, analysis, design, creation, and implementation of systems to meet current and future requirements
- Will be immersed in the elements of development, design, integration, operation, and support for platform services
- Works collaboratively with engineering, application and enterprise/solution architects, developers, and PMs to develop and implement secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions
- Brings operational efficiencies and cost reductions through cloud growth (while shutting down Cyrus One / other on-prem legacy systems) optimization of current Azure / Oracle cloud spend and will work with DevOps and Architecture for future development efforts.
- Designs, deploys, and manages Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters to support containerized workloads and microservices architectures
- Develops and maintains Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to enable consistent, repeatable, and version-controlled cloud deployments
- Evaluates and implements AI/ML services including Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, and Azure Machine Learning to enhance business capabilities and drive innovation
- Champions automation initiatives across the infrastructure lifecycle, reducing manual intervention and improving operational efficiency through scripting, orchestration, and self-healing systems
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Preferred but not required a Master’s degree in Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, or Business Administration (MBA with IT focus).
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert – A key certification for Azure architects.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate – Often a prerequisite for higher-level Azure certifications.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate – Useful for architects focusing on security.
- Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert – Beneficial for those working with automation and CI/CD pipelines.
- HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate – Preferred for candidates managing Infrastructure as Code
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Azure Kubernetes Service specialty certification – Preferred
- 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, networking, and virtualization.
- Hands-on experience with Azure services, including compute, storage, networking, and security.
- Expertise in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and hybrid cloud solutions.
- Experience with DevOps practices, automation, and scripting (PowerShell, Terraform, or ARM templates).
- Knowledge of security best practices, governance, and compliance frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience designing and operating AKS clusters in production environments
- Proficiency in Terraform for multi-environment cloud provisioning and state management
- Familiarity with Azure AI services and practical applications of generative AI, machine learning models, or intelligent automation
- Experience implementing automation frameworks for infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and incident remediation
EZCORP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
What We Do
Formed with 16 pawn stores in 1989, EZCORP has grown into a leading provider of pawn loans in the United States and Latin America. At our pawn stores, we also sell merchandise, primarily collateral forfeited from pawn lending operations and used merchandise purchased from customers. We are dedicated to satisfying the short- term cash needs of consumers who are both cash and credit constrained and providing an industry-leading customer experience. We provide numerous convenient options to obtain short-term cash, including non-recourse pawn loans collateralized by personal property. We also sell pre-owned merchandise to consumers seeking good value. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, EZCORP is traded on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol EZPW. We want you to join us for a career – not a job. At EZCORP we are looking for Team Members to lead the way today and to step into greater roles tomorrow. When you bring us your passion for service excellence, we’ll provide development and career paths to enhance your skills in a fun and fast paced environment that comes with competitive pay, generous bonus potential and great benefits! At EZCORP, we are committed to fostering an environment that values diversity, inclusion, and development for all. This commitment includes providing equal access to, and participation in, employment opportunities, programs, and services without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or age. We celebrate our Team Members’ differences, experiences, and beliefs. Our dedication to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity is critical to ensuring that EZCORP can attract and retain talent with the skills and abilities to lead the way today and to step into greater roles tomorrow.
.png){kind=logo}
