HJ-1232 Solution Architect

Position Description:

• Position Title Solution Architect
• Function IT Department
• Reports To Enterprise Architect

Role Purpose:

• The Azure Technical Architect is responsible for designing, guiding, and ensuring the delivery of robust, secure, and scalable cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. This role bridges the gap between strategic cloud initiatives and hands-on technical execution, providing expert leadership across architecture design, development practices, cloud governance, and deployment automation.
• Working closely with architects, engineers, and business stakeholders, the Azure Technical Architect ensures that solutions are aligned with enterprise standards, best practices, and business goals—delivering high-performance cloud environments that support innovation, agility, security, and long-term sustainability.

Where I fit in:

• This is a brand-new role in a recently restructured Digital and Architecture Team (DART). This is a key role that will lead Azure development and migration from AWS.
• The role will work in close cooperation with DART, Marketing team, and the wider IT team.
• This role is critical in guiding development teams, ensuring technical alignment with best practices, and delivering robust, scalable, and secure Azure-based platforms that support our strategic goals.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related
• 10+ years in IT with at least 3–5 years of experience designing solutions on Microsoft Azure
• Deep expertise in core Azure services: Azure App Services, Functions, API Management, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Azure Storage, ACA, Front Door, WAF, Logic Apps, Log Analytics, Key Vault and Azure Active Directory
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools: ARM, Bicep, Terraform.
• Solid grasp of CI/CD and DevOps practices using Azure DevOps, and GitHub Actions
• Strong understanding of cloud security best practices, identity & access management, and networking (VNETs, NSGs, ExpressRoute).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework.
• Provide high-level support and governance across cloud platforms
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align solutions with business goals
• Ensure robust documentation, security, and configuration management
• Strong background in application and data security best practices
• Strong knowledge of various technologies, platforms, standards and architectural patterns, with a particular focus on the Microsoft/Azure technology stack.
• Expertise in RESTful APIs, GraphQL, SOAP, and other integration protocols
• Ensure best practices in security, cost optimization, performance, and availability are baked into solutions.
• Conduct technical assessments and cloud readiness evaluations of existing systems.
• Drive cloud governance, policy implementation, and landing zone configuration in line with enterprise architecture standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across Azure services, integrations, and third-party solutions
• Stay up to date with Microsoft Azure's roadmap and recommend new services or features that could enhance architecture or performance.
• Mentor engineers and developers to adopt best practices for cloud-native development.
• Experience working in an agile environment
• Desire to move into a Solution Architecture space

Desirable:

• Experience in QSR industry
• Microsoft Certifications
• Experience with Gen AI platforms

Competencies:

• Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills
• Ability to lead technical teams and influence stakeholders
• Previous experience with web and mobile technologies

About Softobiz:

• Innovation begins with like-minded people aiming to transform the world together. At Softobiz, we invite you to become a part of an organization that has been helping clients transform their business by fusing insights, creativity, and technology. With a team of 300+ technology enthusiasts, we have been trusted by leading enterprises around the globe for over 15+ years.
• At Softobiz, we foster a culture of equality, learning, collaboration, and creative freedom, empowering our employees to grow and excel in their careers. Our technical craftsmen are pioneers in the latest technologies like AI, machine learning, and product development.

 Why Should You Join Softobiz?

• Work with technical craftsmen who are pioneers in the latest technologies.
• Access training sessions and skill-enhancement courses for personal and professional growth.
• Be rewarded for exceptional performance and celebrate success through engaging parties.
• Experience a culture that embraces diversity and creates an inclusive environment for all employees.

Softobiz is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or marital status.

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