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Senior Azure Architect

Senior Azure Architect

knowledge ArtisanDelhi, IN
3 days ago
Job description

Position Overview :

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Azure Architect to lead enterprise-scale cloud architecture initiatives and drive digital transformation across our organization. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Microsoft Azure services, proven experience in designing complex multi-tier solutions, and strong leadership capabilities to guide technical teams and influence strategic decisions. This role requires a visionary technologist who can translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures.

Key Responsibilities :

Solution Architecture & Design :

  • Design and architect enterprise-scale Azure solutions supporting complex business requirements
  • Develop comprehensive solution blueprints including technical specifications, architecture diagrams,

and implementation roadmaps

  • Define cloud-native architectures, microservices patterns, and API-first design strategies
  • Create reference architectures and reusable patterns for development teams
  • Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical governance across multiple projects
  • Drive architectural decisions for hybrid and multi-cloud environments
  • Technical Leadership & Strategy :

  • Lead architectural design sessions and technical workshops with stakeholders and development teams
  • Provide strategic guidance on cloud adoption, modernization initiatives, and technology roadmaps
  • Mentor and coach junior architects, solution architects, and senior engineers
  • Establish architecture standards, best practices, and design principles across the organization
  • Collaborate with enterprise architects to align cloud solutions with overall enterprise architecture
  • Drive innovation through evaluation and adoption of emerging Azure services and technologies
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Communication :

  • Partner with business leaders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions
  • Present architectural designs and recommendations to executive leadership and steering committees
  • Collaborate with security, compliance, and risk management teams to ensure architectural compliance
  • Work closely with project managers and delivery teams to ensure successful solution implementation
  • Engage with Microsoft and technology vendors for strategic partnerships and solution guidance
  • Governance & Optimization :

  • Establish and enforce cloud governance policies, security standards, and operational procedures
  • Design and implement cost optimization strategies and financial management frameworks
  • Define monitoring, alerting, and observability standards for cloud-native applications
  • Create disaster recovery and business continuity strategies for critical workloads
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and organizational security policies
  • Required Skills & Experience :

    Azure Platform Expertise (9+ years) :

  • Compute Services : Azure VMs, App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Container Instances, Azure Functions, Logic Apps
  • Storage & Data : Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, Synapse Analytics, Data Lake Storage, Blob Storage, Azure Files
  • Networking : Virtual Networks, Application Gateway, Load Balancer, Traffic Manager, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, Private Link
  • Identity & Security : Azure Active Directory, Azure AD B2C, Key Vault, Security Center, Sentinel, Conditional Access
  • Integration : API Management, Service Bus, Event Grid, Event Hubs, Azure Data Factory
  • DevOps : Azure DevOps, ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, Azure Resource Manager
  • Architecture & Design Skills :

  • Proven experience designing solutions for enterprise-scale environments (10,000+ users)
  • Expertise in microservices architecture, distributed systems, and cloud-native design patterns
  • Deep understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and architectural styles
  • Experience with event-driven architectures, CQRS, and domain-driven design (DDD)
  • Knowledge of API design principles, RESTful services, and GraphQL implementations
  • Understanding of data architecture, ETL / ELT processes, and analytics platforms
  • Technical Leadership Experience j :

  • 10+ years in enterprise technology roles with 5+ years in senior architecture positions
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale cloud transformation initiatives
  • Experience managing technical teams and driving consensus on complex architectural decisions
  • History of successful project delivery in Agile / DevOps environments
  • Demonstrated ability to influence technical direction and drive organizational change
  • Integration & Migration Expertise :

  • Experience with hybrid cloud architectures and on-premises integration patterns
  • Knowledge of legacy system modernization and application transformation strategies
  • Understanding of enterprise integration patterns and middleware technologies
  • Experience with data migration strategies and ETL / ELT pipeline design
  • Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, mainframe, and other enterprise system integrations
  • Required Certifications :

    Microsoft Azure Certifications :

  • Required : Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
  • Preferred : Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
  • Preferred : Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)
  • Preferred : Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203)
  • Additional Certifications :

  • Preferred : TOGAF 9 Certified
  • Preferred : AWS Solutions Architect or Google Cloud Architect (multi-cloud experience)
  • Nice to have : Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Nice to have : Microsoft 365 Certified : Enterprise Administrator Expert
  • Advanced Technical Requirements :

    Programming & Scripting :

  • Languages : Proficiency in C#, .NET, Python, PowerShell, or Java
  • Infrastructure as Code : Advanced experience with ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, Pulumi
  • Scripting : PowerShell, Azure CLI, Bash for automation and management tasks
  • Database : T-SQL, NoSQL query languages, database performance optimization
  • Specialized Knowledge Areas :

  • AI / ML Integration : Azure Cognitive Services, Machine Learning, AI Builder integration
  • IoT Architecture : Azure IoT Hub, IoT Central, Edge computing solutions
  • Big Data & Analytics : Synapse Analytics, HDInsight, Stream Analytics, Power BI integration
  • Blockchain : Azure Blockchain Service and distributed ledger technologies
  • Mixed Reality : HoloLens, Azure Mixed Reality services
  • Security & Compliance :

  • Deep understanding of zero-trust security models and implementation
  • Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks (SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR)
  • Knowledge of threat modeling, security architecture reviews, and risk assessment
  • Understanding of identity federation, SAML, OAuth, and modern authentication protocols
  • Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) solutions
  • Industry & Domain Expertise :

    Preferred Industry Experience :

  • Financial Services (banking, insurance, fintech)
  • Healthcare and Life Sciences
  • Manufacturing and Supply Chain
  • Government and Public Sector
  • Retail and E-commerce
  • Business Acumen :

  • Understanding of business process optimization and digital transformation strategies
  • Experience with change management and organizational transformation
  • Knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) and ITIL frameworks
  • Understanding of financial models, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI calculations
  • Leadership & Soft Skills

    Communication & Presentation

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience creating executive-level presentations and business cases
  • Strong documentation and technical writing capabilities
  • Multilingual capabilities preferred for global organizations
  • Strategic Thinking :

  • Ability to balance technical excellence with business pragmatism
  • Strategic thinking and long-term technology planning capabilities
  • Innovation mindset with ability to identify emerging technology opportunities
  • Risk management and mitigation strategy development
  • Vendor relationship management and technology evaluation skills
  • Team Leadership :

  • Experience building and leading high-performing technical teams
  • Mentoring and career development capabilities for junior staff
  • Conflict resolution and consensus-building skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
  • Change management and organizational influence capabilities
  • Key Deliverables & Success Metrics :

    Architecture Deliverables :

  • Comprehensive solution architecture documents and technical specifications
  • Reference architectures and design patterns for organizational reuse
  • Technology roadmaps and migration strategies
  • Cost optimization recommendations achieving 20-30% savings
  • Security and compliance architecture frameworks
  • Business Impact :

  • Successful delivery of enterprise-scale solutions supporting business growth
  • Reduced time-to-market for new digital initiatives by 40%+\br / >- Improved system reliability and availability (99.9%+ uptime)
  • Enhanced scalability supporting 10x user growth without major rearchitecture
  • Measurable improvements in operational efficiency and cost management
  • Team Development :

  • Established center of excellence for cloud architecture
  • Trained and developed junior architects and technical leads
  • Created comprehensive knowledge base and best practices documentation
  • Implemented architecture review processes and governance frameworks
  • Education & Professional Development :

    Education Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
  • Master's degree preferred (MBA or MS in Computer Science)
  • Continuous learning through Microsoft certifications and industry training
  • Professional Experience :

  • Minimum 10 years in enterprise technology roles
  • Minimum 5 years in senior architecture or technical leadership positions
  • Proven track record of large-scale cloud transformation projects
  • Experience in consulting or professional services environment preferred
  • Working Arrangements & Expectations :

    Role Characteristics :

  • Travel Requirements : Up to 10% travel for client engagements, conferences, and team meetings
  • On-call Expectations : Availability for critical system issues and major deployments
  • Collaboration : Work across multiple time zones in global organization
  • Innovation Time : 20% time allocation for research, prototyping, and innovation projects
  • Career Progression :

  • Clear path to Principal Architect or Chief Technology Officer roles
  • Opportunities to lead Center of Excellence and Architecture Board
  • Speaking opportunities at industry conferences and technical events
  • Potential for consulting and advisory roles with key clients and partners
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