Azure Architect

AZURE ARCHITECT

Ann arbor, MI (Hybrid)

W2/1099

Position Overview

         We are seeking an experienced Azure Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and enterprise-grade solutions on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Azure architecture, networking, governance, security, infrastructure automation, and cloud migration and modernization.

Key Responsibilities

·         Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure Azure solutions for enterprise workloads.

·         Design and guide Azure networking architectures, including Hub-and-Spoke, ExpressRoute (ER), VPN, Private Endpoints, and Azure Firewall.

·         Drive Azure Landing Zone implementation, cloud governance, security, and architecture best practices.

·         Provide hands-on technical guidance for Azure services, including Azure App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), Virtual Networks (VNets), and other core Azure platform services.

·         Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives across teams.

·         Drive infrastructure automation using Terraform and/or Bicep/ARM templates.

·         Establish architecture governance and ensure solutions align with enterprise standards and business goals.

·      Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders, providing technical leadership and managing stakeholder expectations.

Required Skills and Experience

·         Strong experience in Azure cloud architecture and enterprise-scale solution design and implementation.

·         In-depth knowledge of Azure networking, including Hub-and-Spoke topology, ExpressRoute, VPN, Private Endpoints, and Firewall.

·         Experience with Azure Landing Zones, governance frameworks, and cloud security.

·         Hands-on experience with AKS and core Azure platform services.

·         Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and/or Bicep/ARM.

·         Proven experience in cloud migration and modernization.

·         Strong technical leadership, architecture governance, and stakeholder management skills.