Azure Architect

Overview

On Site
$70 - $75
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)
100% Travel
Unable to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

Azure Architect
Azure Cloud Architect
Azure Solutions Architect
Virtual Machines
VMs
Virtual Networks
Vnet
Vnets
NSGs
Network Security Groups
Azure Active Directory
Azure Blob Storage
Azure Monitor
IAC
Infrastructure as Code
Terraform
Azure DevOps
cloud networking
cloud architecture
Azure infrastructure

Job Details

Job Title: Azure Architect

Location: Onsite (Chicago, IL)
Experience Required: 10+ Years
Domain: Public Cloud (Azure)

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Azure Architect to join our growing cloud infrastructure team. This onsite position in the USA offers the opportunity to architect, design, and lead the implementation of robust Azure cloud solutions across enterprise-scale environments. As a critical leader in our Public Cloud practice, you’ll work closely with engineering, security, operations, and business teams to modernize IT infrastructure and enable innovation through the cloud.

If you have a passion for cloud architecture, DevOps, and enabling business agility through modern technology, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, architect, and implement secure, scalable, and high-performing Azure solutions based on business requirements.
  • Lead the development and evolution of Azure-based Landing Zones, ensuring alignment with enterprise governance and compliance.
  • Guide and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using Terraform, Bicep, and ARM templates.
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
  • Drive cloud migration initiatives, including rehosting, refactoring, and rearchitecting legacy applications.
  • Lead discussions and workshops with stakeholders to define technical architecture, patterns, and best practices.
  • Integrate Microsoft Dynamics 365 environments through Lifecycle Services (LCS) for deployment automation (preferred).
  • Define and enforce Azure security policies, identity management, and access controls.
  • Work closely with operations to ensure monitoring, alerting, and performance tuning are in place.
  • Contribute to and oversee FinOps strategies, ensuring efficient use and cost management of Azure resources.
  • Mentor cloud engineers and contribute to building an internal knowledge-sharing culture.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 10+ years of overall IT experience, with 7+ years focused on cloud architecture and infrastructure.
  • Extensive, hands-on experience with Azure services including:
    • Virtual Machines (VMs), Virtual Networks (VNets), Network Security Groups (NSGs)
    • Azure Storage, Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), Application Gateways, and Azure Monitor
  • Deep understanding of cloud networking concepts, including DNS, VPNs, load balancing, ExpressRoute, and firewalls.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform (preferred), Bicep, or ARM.
  • Proficient in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automation and orchestration.
  • Proven experience with DevOps tools including Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and pipeline automation.
  • Ability to define and enforce cloud security standards, including RBAC, encryption, and key management.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and LCS (nice to have).
  • Solid understanding of cloud governance, policies, tagging, and cost optimization practices.

Certifications

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
  • Any relevant certifications in security (e.g., AZ-500) or FinOps
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