We are seeking an Azure Enterprise Architect with a minimum of 5 years' experience. The candidate will be working with an existing software development team to develop a new platform. The Enterprise Architect will work across Application Development, Service Delivery and Infrastructure to identify, research, discuss, design, and implement key enterprise architecture standards. Other responsibilities include: Research, design, document, build, and pilot prioritized topics for standards and work with the application development management to prioritize efforts. Work closely with Development, Infrastructure, and Service Delivery teams and lead key enterprise architectural design projects as necessary.

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount of Experience

5 8 years' experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade solutions on Microsoft Azure Required 5 Years

Strong grasp of cloud-native architecture, hybrid cloud strategies, and infrastructure-as-code. Required 5 Years

Deep knowledge of Azure Compute, Networking, Storage, Database, and Identity services. Required 5 Years

Experience with Azure Resource Manager, Azure Policy, Azure Monitor, and Azure Security Center. Required 5 Years

Strong hands-on experience with Azure SQL Managed Instance and other Azure database services. Required 5 Years

Familiarity with Azure Kubernetes Service and containerization (Docker, Helm, etc.) Required 5 Years

Proven ability to lead cloud strategy and roadmap discussions with enterprise stakeholders. Required 5 Years

Understanding of cloud governance, cost management, and security best practices. Required 5 Years

Experience with CI/CD pipelines, preferably using Azure DevOps or GitHub actions. Required 5 Years

Competent with PowerShell, Bicep, and Terraform for Azure automation and provisioning. Required 5 Years

Strong grasp of Zero Trust Architecture, RBAC, Azure AD, and regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO, SOC 2, NIST). Required 5 Years

Ability to design and review secure architectures at scale. Required 5 Years

Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Required 5 Years

Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including developers, security, and business leaders. Required 5 Years

Recognized relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert and/or Cybersecurity Architect Expert highly desired. Highly desired 5 Years