Azure Cloud Architect

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Azure Cloud Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud solutions within Microsoft Azure. This role focuses on delivering secure, scalable architectures that support enterprise-wide modernization efforts and cloud-native initiatives. As part of a long-term contract to hire opportunity, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing Azure deployments while ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. This role will be hybrid in Chicago.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and reliable cloud architectures using Microsoft Azure services.

• Develop and enforce Azure standards, governance policies, and architectural frameworks.

• Collaborate with teams across security, networking, applications, and data to ensure the successful implementation of Azure solutions.

• Manage Azure resources including networking, storage, compute, and disaster recovery strategies.

• Facilitate the adoption of advanced Azure services such as Logic Apps, Key Vault, and Azure Kubernetes Service.

• Optimize cloud performance and costs by leveraging automation tools and conducting spend analyses.

• Provide mentorship and training to IT teams on Azure best practices and emerging technologies.

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and industry standards for all Azure deployments.

• Monitor and troubleshoot issues in Azure environments to maintain high availability and performance.• Extensive experience in designing and deploying cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure.

• Strong knowledge of cloud governance models, architecture frameworks, and reference implementations.

• Proficiency in Azure services such as Logic Apps, Kubernetes, and Key Vault.

• Hands-on experience with tools like Ansible and AWS technologies, including EC2 and Auto Scaling.

• Deep understanding of networking, storage, and compute resources in cloud environments.

• Familiarity with disaster recovery strategies and monitoring solutions within Azure.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate complex ideas clearly.

• Proven track record in optimizing cloud workloads for performance and cost efficiency.