Azure Architect

**COMPANY OVERVIEW**

Amla Commerce is a global software company that has grown out of the belief that ecommerce software should enable sustainable growth. Amla has two products, Artifi Labs and Znode. Artifi Labs is an ecommerce product customization platform that allows shoppers to personalize, customize, and configure products. Znode is a B2B multi-channel ecommerce platform developed with an API-first architecture, combined with native B2B functionality and flexible data model, allowing for easy management of manufacturers' and distributors' B2B, B2C, and B2B2X business models.

At Amla, we are building something special. Awesome ecommerce software and a great place to be yourself. Don’t be surprised if you smell beer on Friday afternoons. We put passion into our work but enjoy cracking jokes along the way. Our teams tackle complex challenges and work together to create innovative solutions, and we celebrate every little victory along the way. If you’re ready to tackle opportunities that will help grow your career while joining a team that’s more like a family, Amla is waiting for you.

**JOB SUMMARY**

Amla Commerce is recruiting an Azure Architect for the India location. As an Azure Architect, your primary responsibility is to design, implement, and maintain Azure cloud solutions that meet the strategic and operational needs of the organization. You will play a crucial role in architecting cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability while optimizing cost-effectiveness. This role requires a deep understanding of Azure services, best practices, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- ** Cloud Architecture**: Design and develop Azure cloud architectures that align
with the organization's business objectives. This includes creating robust,
scalable, and secure solutions.
- ** Infrastructure as Code (IaC)**: Implement Infrastructure as Code practices
using tools like Azure Resource Manager templates or Terraform to automate
- ** Cloud Security**: Ensure the security of Azure resources and data by
implementing best practices, identity and access management, encryption,
and monitoring.
- ** Cost Optimization**: Optimize Azure resource utilization and costs by implementing cost-effective solutions, right-sizing resources, and monitoring usage.
- ** Continuous Improvement**: Stay up-to-date with Azure services and industry best practices, recommending and implementing improvements to the existing cloud infrastructure.
- ** Collaboration**: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, network engineers, and security professionals, to ensure seamless integration of Azure services into the organization's ecosystem.
- ** Documentation**: Maintain comprehensive documentation of Azure architecture, configurations, and procedures.
- ** Troubleshooting and Support**: Provide technical support and expertise for Azure-related issues, identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner.
- ** Compliance and Governance**: Ensure Azure deployments meet compliance and governance requirements, including data privacy regulations and industry standards.

**MUST-HAVES FOR THIS GIG**:

- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Certifications:

- Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator, or
Azure Security Engineer.
- Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing Azure solutions.
- Strong understanding of cloud architecture, microservices, and containerization.
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps practices.
- Knowledge of Azure monitoring and automation tools.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies is a plus.

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