We are seeking a high-energy Azure .NET Solution Architect who is hands-on, self-driven, and capable of leading small teams to deliver enterprise-grade cloud solutions. This role requires expertise in Microsoft Azure, .NET Core and Framework, Database Design, Advanced SQL, and Cloud-Native Architecture. The candidate must be client-facing, articulate, and able to provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle while ensuring quality, scalability, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design cloud-native, scalable, and secure applications on Microsoft Azure with a focus on performance and reliability.
• Lead database design and optimization efforts for high-transaction, large-scale enterprise systems.
• Architect and develop using .NET Core, C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server with focus on Advanced SQL, indexing, query optimization, and stored procedures.
• Leverage Azure services such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Storage, Azure Functions, Service Bus, API Management, Azure Key Vault, and App Gateway.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps automation on Azure DevOps.
• Manage a small team of engineers, perform code reviews, and enforce coding best practices.
• Gather requirements, conduct architecture reviews, and provide solution presentations to clients.
• Apply advanced SQL performance tuning techniques and data partitioning strategies.
• Ensure compliance with Azure security and governance frameworks.
• Create detailed system integration specs, technical diagrams, and solution design documents.

Required Qualifications

• 10 15+ years in software development with 5+ years in architecture leadership roles.
• Deep experience in .NET, C#, ASP.NET MVC/Web API, Entity Framework, SQL Server.
• Knowledge of HTML, JavaScript libraries like angular, React
• Strong in Database Design (ER diagrams, normalization, indexing, partitioning) and Advanced SQL (T-SQL, query optimization, stored procedures, triggers).
• Expertise with Microsoft Azure Services including App Services, Functions, API Management, Storage, Key Vault, SQL Database, Cosmos DB, Service Bus, Event Grid, DevOps CI/CD, ARM Templates/Bicep.
• Experience designing microservices, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and DevOps pipelines.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Key Skills

• Azure Cloud Architecture & Deployment
• .NET Core & C# Development
• Database Design & Advanced SQL (T-SQL, Optimization, Indexing)
• Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Azure Storage
• Microservices & Event-Driven Architecture
• Azure DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Bicep/ARM)
• Azure Security (Key Vault, AD, RBAC, Networking)
• Performance Tuning & Scalability
• Agile/Scrum Delivery & Team Leadership

Soft Skills

• Self-starter with a high-energy, proactive attitude.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills for client presentations and documentation.
• Team player who can manage deadlines and mentor junior developers.