Azure Integration Services (AIS) Architect

Job Description

• Expert-level experience in architecting, designing, and delivering enterprise-grade integration solutions using Microsoft Azure
• Deep architectural understanding and demonstrable hands-on experience with the Azure Integration Services (AIS) landscape:

o Logic Apps (Standard & Consumption)

o Integration Accounts

o Azure Functions

o Azure API Management (APIM)

o Azure Service Bus

o Azure Event Hub & Event Grid

o Storage Accounts

o Application Insights & Log Analytics

o On-premise Data Gateway

• Strong knowledge of the broader Azure ecosystem (Networking, Security, Identity, and Governance) beyond just integration services
• Expertise in designing complex data transformations using XSLT and Liquid templates
• Strong background in software engineering with C# and .NET Core to guide custom code implementations within integrations
• Experience defining branching strategies and source control management using GIT
• Proven experience designing CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) strategies using Azure DevOps
• Ability to create comprehensive High-Level (HLD) and Low-Level (LLD) design documents and architectural blueprints for complex systems
• Advanced analytical skills for troubleshooting distributed systems and defining monitoring/alerting standards
• Ability to define and enforce integration best practices, coding standards, and governance policies
• Enthusiastic self-starter capable of driving technical initiatives and mentoring development teams
• Ability to provide technical leadership while working collaboratively in a team environment
• Certification in Azure Solutions Architect or Azure Developer is highly preferred
• Experience in architecting legacy migration projects (e.g., BizTalk to Azure) will be added advantage