Azure Systems Architect
We are seeking a highly experienced Azure Systems Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-level cloud solutions.
This role offers the opportunity to shape and implement cutting-edge infrastructure strategies, focusing on scalability, security, and performance while collaborating across multiple teams to ensure success in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
Design enterprise-scale Azure infrastructure solutions across compute, storage, networking, identity, and security
Lead architecture efforts for new systems and modernization/migration of existing on-premises infrastructure to Azure
Define and implement Azure Landing Zone architectures using best practices in governance, policy, and security
Architect hybrid connectivity using ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways, Azure Arc, and on-premise integrations
Implement infrastructure automation using ARM/Bicep, Terraform, PowerShell, and Azure DevOps pipelines
Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, backup, and monitoring configurations across environments
Establish best practices for resource governance, cost control, tagging, and subscription management
Collaborate with InfoSec, DevOps, and Application teams to ensure secure and compliant deployments
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams during delivery and implementation phases
Requirements
13+ years in IT infrastructure and systems engineering roles
5+ years of hands-on architecture experience on Microsoft Azure
Background in landing zone design, management group hierarchy, and enterprise governance
Competency in Azure services including Virtual Networks, NSG, UDR, ExpressRoute, VPN, and Azure Firewall
Expertise in identity management tools such as Azure AD, RBAC, Conditional Access, and Key Vault
Familiarity with storage solutions such as Storage Accounts, Azure Files, Azure Backup, and Site Recovery
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform, ARM Templates, or Bicep
Capability to use automation tools like PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Azure DevOps effectively
Background in governance and security technologies including Azure Policy, Blueprints, Security Center, and Sentinel