Cloud Architect

Designation: - Senior Cloud Solution Architect

Location: - Noida (Sec-132)

Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Solution Design: Lead the design and architecture of cloud solutions on Microsoft

Azure, including infrastructure, platform services, and security solutions.

• Client Consultation & Requirement Gathering: Work directly with stakeholders and

clients to understand their business needs, goals, and challenges, translating them into

scalable and efficient cloud architectures.

• Azure Implementation: Architect and implement end-to-end cloud solutions, leveraging

services such as Azure Compute, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Azure Security, and

Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Utilize Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates,

Terraform, and Azure DevOps to automate cloud infrastructure provisioning, configuration,

and management.

• Cloud Migration: Lead cloud migration projects from on-premises environments or other

cloud platforms to Azure, ensuring a smooth transition while optimizing for performance,

cost, and security.

• Security & Compliance: Design and implement secure cloud architectures adhering to

industry standards and regulatory requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2.

• Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor, optimize, and ensure high availability

and scalability of Azure-based solutions, addressing performance bottlenecks and cost

optimization opportunities.

• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Collaborate with development, operations,

and security teams to implement cloud-based solutions that meet business requirements while

ensuring efficient deployment and operation.

• Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical leadership to junior architects and

engineers, mentoring and guiding them in best practices, architecture patterns, and Azure

technologies.

• Stay Current with Azure Innovations: Continuously explore and evaluate new Azure

services and technologies, assessing how they can enhance existing solutions and deliver

additional value to clients.

• Documentation & Best Practices: Create detailed architectural designs, implementation

plans, and documentation to ensure solutions are repeatable and maintainable. Define and

promote cloud adoption best practices within the organization.

• Cost Management: Develop strategies for cloud cost optimization, ensuring the most

efficient use of resources while aligning with business objectives.Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture and solution design, with at least 5 years of

hands-on experience working with Microsoft Azure.

• Extensive experience in designing and deploying enterprise-level solutions using Azure

services (e.g., Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Functions,

Azure SQL Database, Azure Networking, Azure Active Directory).

• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), with proficiency in tools like Terraform, ARM

templates, or Azure DevOps pipelines.

• Deep understanding of cloud security best practices, networking in cloud environments,

and compliance frameworks.

• Proven experience in cloud migration strategies, including hybrid cloud models and multi-

cloud architectures.

• Strong understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software

development practices.

• Experience with monitoring and cost management tools such as Azure Monitor, Azure

Cost Management, and Application Insights.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to

both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of mentoring and guiding junior architects

and engineers.