Azure Architect

Job Summary :

We are looking for a highly skilled Azure Architect with deep expertise in the Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform and extensive experience in end-to-end cloud migration projects. The ideal candidate will be a self-driven individual contributor, capable of working independently with minimal supervision and comfortable working in Central Standard Time (CST) hours.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and execute end-to-end cloud migration projects, including on-premises to Azure and cloud-to-Azure transitions.
• Architect and implement Azure-based solutions including IaaS, PaaS, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Develop automation scripts using PowerShell and Power Automate to streamline deployment and management.
• Work with SQL Server databases in migration, configuration, and performance tuning scenarios.
• Utilize .NET development skills to support application migration or modernization as required.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design cloud architectures that are secure, scalable, and aligned with business needs.
• Ensure proper documentation and best practices for cloud architectures and migrations.
• Act as a technical advisor for Azure services and strategy, ensuring optimal performance and cost-efficiency.

Must Have Qualifications :

Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform.

Hands-on experience with end-to-end migrations :

On-Premise to Azure

Cloud to Azure

Proficiency in :

SQL

PowerShell

Power Automate

Strong background in .NET Development.

Certified as a Microsoft Azure Professional (e.g., AZ-305, AZ-104, AZ-303 / 304, or equivalent).

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work as an individual contributor with minimal supervision.

Willingness and ability to work in CST time zone hours.

Good to Have :

Experience with Azure-to-Azure migrations, including :

Blob storage

Virtual Machines

Tenant-to-tenant migrations

Exposure to Azure Administration and SysOps tasks.

Working knowledge of Active Directory and broader Microsoft ecosystem technologies.

Familiarity with DevOps tools for infrastructure and server management.

Understanding and experience in Azure hybrid models, including PaaS and IaaS components.

Experience with Microsoft Intune setup and configurations is a strong plus.

Additional Information :

Work Hours :

Must be flexible and available to work in Central Time Zone (CST).

Remote Work : This is a remote role, but alignment with CST business hours is mandatory.

(ref : hirist.tech)