Job Title : Azure Infra and DevOps Architect
Experience : 10+ Years
Employment Type : Contractual (Initial 6 Months)
Location : Remote
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Infrastructure and DevOps Architect to lead the design, implementation, and management of secure, scalable, and automated cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure , complemented by exposure to AWS or GCP . This role requires deep expertise in Landing Zone architecture, network design, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) , and cloud security frameworks .
Key Responsibilities Landing Zone Setup & Management
- Design, deploy, and manage Azure Landing Zones aligned with best practices and governance models.
- Review and optimize existing architectures to enhance scalability, performance, and security.
- Provide architectural guidance and mentorship to cloud and DevOps teams.
Network Design & Implementation
Architect and implement secure Azure network topologies , including Hub-Spoke and Peer-to-Peer models.Configure and manage ExpressRoute, VPN, Private Endpoints, DNS Zones, WAF , and HA / DR solutions.Administer and troubleshoot BGP, OSPF, IPSec, SSL, and TCP / IP routing protocols for hybrid and cloud networks.Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation
Develop and maintain Terraform templates and other IaC frameworks for infrastructure automation.Build and manage CI / CD pipelines to streamline deployments and configuration management.Implement Docker -based solutions for infrastructure and application delivery.Security & Firewall Management
Deploy and administer Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) in hybrid and cloud environments.Configure and manage Panorama , NAT policies, threat prevention, and traffic inspection rules.Apply Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA) and SASE principles for enhanced security posture.Multi-Cloud Enablement
(Preferred) Experience designing and managing environments across AWS and GCP .Demonstrated ability and willingness to adopt new cloud technologies and architectures.Required Skills & Experience
Strong proficiency in Azure Landing Zone architecture and governance.Hands-on expertise in Terraform and IaC frameworks (ARM templates, Bicep preferred).In-depth knowledge of Azure Networking (ExpressRoute, VPNs, Private Links, WAF, DNS).Solid understanding of network protocols – TCP / IP, BGP, OSPF, IPSec, and SSL.Experience with CI / CD pipelines , containerization , and cloud automation tools .Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.Nice to Have
Exposure to AWS or GCP network and infrastructure design.Experience with Azure DevOps , GitHub Actions , or similar CI / CD platforms.Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor).