Job Title : Senior Hybrid Cloud Architect
Experience Required : 11+ Years
Work Mode : Hybrid
Role Overview :
We are seeking an experienced Senior Hybrid Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-grade hybrid cloud solutions spanning Microsoft Azure, VMware, and on-premises environments. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with leadership and architectural design skills to deliver scalable, secure, and future-ready infrastructure platforms.
Key Responsibilities :
Architecture & Design :
- Define and deliver end-to-end hybrid cloud architectures integrating Azure IaaS / PaaS, VMware, and on-prem environments.
- Translate business requirements into scalable, resilient, and cost-optimized technical designs.
- Lead infrastructure modernization, migration, and cloud adoption initiatives.
Implementation & Delivery :
Drive deployment of cloud and hybrid solutions including compute, storage, networking, and security components.Oversee migration of legacy workloads to cloud / hybrid platforms ensuring minimal downtime.Establish governance, compliance, and security frameworks aligned with enterprise standards.Technical Leadership :
Provide architectural direction to project teams, developers, and administrators.Collaborate with cross-functional teams on networking, backup, monitoring, and security integrations.Mentor technical teams and provide knowledge transfer sessions on emerging technologies.Operations & Optimization :
Establish monitoring, alerting, and automation frameworks to ensure operational efficiency.Continuously assess hybrid environments to recommend performance tuning, cost optimization, and scalability improvements.Drive adoption of best practices, reference architectures, and reusable templates.Stakeholder Engagement :
Engage with business leaders, security teams, and enterprise architects to align cloud initiatives with organizational strategy.Present architectural solutions, technical roadmaps, and adoption strategies to senior stakeholders.Must-Have Skills & Experience :
Cloud Expertise :
Deep hands-on experience with Azure (IaaS / PaaS) including VNETs, Firewalls, Gateways, Load Balancers, and ExpressRoute.Proficiency in designing hybrid networking solutions (SD-WAN, VPNs, MPLS, Direct & On-Prem :Extensive knowledge of VMware virtualization, Windows Server deployments, and infrastructure clustering.Strong background in enterprise storage, backup, and disaster recovery architectures.Networking & Security :
Solid understanding of Cisco-based network environments and enterprise security practices.Experience integrating identity and access management (IAM), firewalls, and SIEM / SOC solutions into hybrid architectures.Leadership & Delivery :
Proven track record in leading infrastructure transformation projects in complex IT environments.Strong stakeholder management, communication, and documentation skills.Ability to balance business, cost, performance, and security priorities.Preferred Qualifications :
Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) or equivalent certifications.VMware Certified Professional (VCP / VCAP).Strong knowledge of automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell DSC).Experience with containerization platforms (Kubernetes, AKS, VMware Tanzu) is a plus.Familiarity with ITIL / Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.(ref : hirist.tech)
