Azure Cloud Architect

Job Category Consulting Job Title Azure Cloud Architect About the Company Team Oracle FSGIU s Finergy division is a specialized team dedicated to transforming the Banking Financial Services and Insurance BFSI industry through innovative technology solutions With a focus on accelerated implementation Finergy delivers end-to-end banking solutions ensuring rapid time-to-market and exceptional customer experiences Our team s expertise lies in providing multi-channel delivery platforms leveraging personalization tools and integrated analytics to meet the unique needs of the BFSI sector Finergy s consulting services offer strategic guidance helping clients align technology with their business objectives Job Summary We are on the lookout for a talented Azure Cloud Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform With 8-12 years of IT experience including 4 years in Azure architecture the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving cloud transformation This is a hands-on role requiring deep technical expertise and leadership skills Key Responsibilities Design comprehensive Azure cloud architectures encompassing IaaS PaaS and SaaS solutions to meet business requirements Lead cloud migration projects transitioning on-premise or other cloud environments to Azure ensuring a smooth and secure process Establish architecture guidelines governance frameworks and best practices for Azure adoption focusing on security and reliability Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including developers DevOps and infrastructure specialists to ensure seamless deployment and scalability Maintain compliance with security and privacy standards leveraging Azure Policy Defender for Cloud and other relevant tools Create and maintain detailed architecture documentation HLD LLD diagrams and runbooks for operational efficiency Optimize cloud infrastructure costs through effective planning and resource management Stay updated with the latest Azure offerings and integrate new services into architectural designs as needed Mentor and guide teams on Azure DevOps practices CI CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code IaC using ARM Bicep or Terraform Qualifications Skills Mandatory 8-12 years of IT experience with a minimum of 4 years dedicated to Azure Cloud Architecture Hands-on expertise in Azure services App Services Functions AKS Azure SQL Blob Storage VNets ExpressRoute NSG and Azure Monitor Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code using ARM Templates Terraform or Bicep for automated deployments In-depth knowledge of cloud security including Azure AD networking and monitoring solutions Understanding of DevOps principles and experience with tools like Azure DevOps GitHub Actions and Jenkins Familiarity with containerization Docker and Kubernetes AKS Strong grasp of microservices API management and event-driven architecture patterns Azure certification such as Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert is highly desirable Good-to-Have Experience in hybrid cloud setups and on-premise system integration Knowledge of multi-cloud environments particularly AWS and OCI is advantageous Excellent communication and leadership skills for effective stakeholder management A Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field Self-Assessment Questions Describe a complex Azure cloud architecture you designed explaining the key components and their interactions How did you ensure security and scalability in your design Share your experience leading a cloud migration project What challenges did you face and how did you ensure a successful transition to Azure How do you stay updated with the rapidly evolving Azure ecosystem Provide an example of a new Azure service you recently integrated into a project Discuss a scenario where you optimized cloud infrastructure costs What strategies did you employ and what was the impact on overall expenditure Responsibilities Job Title Azure Cloud Architect About the Company Team Oracle FSGIU s Finergy division is a specialized team dedicated to transforming the Banking Financial Services and Insurance BFSI industry through innovative technology solutions With a focus on accelerated implementation Finergy delivers end-to-end banking solutions ensuring rapid time-to-market and exceptional customer experiences Our team s expertise lies in providing multi-channel delivery platforms leveraging personalization tools and integrated analytics to meet the unique needs of the BFSI sector Finergy s consulting services offer strategic guidance helping clients align technology with their business objectives Job Summary We are on the lookout for a talented Azure Cloud Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform With 8-12 years of IT experience including 4 years in Azure architecture the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving cloud transformation This is a hands-on role requiring deep technical expertise and leadership skills Key Responsibilities Design comprehensive Azure cloud architectures encompassing IaaS PaaS and SaaS solutions to meet business requirements Lead cloud migration projects transitioning on-premise or other cloud environments to Azure ensuring a smooth and secure process Establish architecture guidelines governance frameworks and best practices for Azure adoption focusing on security and reliability Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including developers DevOps and infrastructure specialists to ensure seamless deployment and scalability Maintain compliance with security and privacy standards leveraging Azure Policy Defender for Cloud and other relevant tools Create and maintain detailed architecture documentation HLD LLD diagrams and runbooks for operational efficiency Optimize cloud infrastructure costs through effective planning and resource management Stay updated with the latest Azure offerings and integrate new services into architectural designs as needed Mentor and guide teams on Azure DevOps practices CI CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code IaC using ARM Bicep or Terraform Qualifications Skills Mandatory 8-12 years of IT experience with a minimum of 4 years dedicated to Azure Cloud Architecture Hands-on expertise in Azure services App Services Functions AKS Azure SQL Blob Storage VNets ExpressRoute NSG and Azure Monitor Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code using ARM Templates Terraform or Bicep for automated deployments In-depth knowledge of cloud security including Azure AD networking and monitoring solutions Understanding of DevOps principles and experience with tools like Azure DevOps GitHub Actions and Jenkins Familiarity with containerization Docker and Kubernetes AKS Strong grasp of microservices API management and event-driven architecture patterns Azure certification such as Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert is highly desirable Good-to-Have Experience in hybrid cloud setups and on-premise system integration Knowledge of multi-cloud environments particularly AWS and OCI is advantageous Excellent communication and leadership skills for effective stakeholder management A Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field Self-Assessment Questions Describe a complex Azure cloud architecture you designed explaining the key components and their interactions How did you ensure security and scalability in your design Share your experience leading a cloud migration project What challenges did you face and how did you ensure a successful transition to Azure How do you stay updated with the rapidly evolving Azure ecosystem Provide an example of a new Azure service you recently integrated into a project Discuss a scenario where you optimized cloud infrastructure costs What strategies did you employ and what was the impact on overall expenditure Qualifications Career Level - 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