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 (Ia C): Utilize Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Terraform, and Azure Dev Ops 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 (Ia C), with proficiency in tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Azure Dev Ops 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 Dev Ops 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.