Azure Cloud Architect

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Azure Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. This role involves collaborating with business stakeholders, development teams, and IT operations to ensure cloud architecture aligns with organizational goals and industry best practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Key Responsibilities

• Cloud Architecture & Design
  • Develop and maintain Azure-based cloud architecture that meets business and technical requirements.
  • Design solutions for scalability, security, performance, and cost optimization.
• Implementation & Migration
  • Lead cloud migration projects from on-premises or other platforms to Azure.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
• Security & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with organizational security policies and regulatory standards.
  • Implement identity and access management, encryption, and network security best practices.
• Performance & Cost Optimization
  • Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance and cost efficiency.
  • Provide recommendations for reserved instances, autoscaling, and resource tagging.
• Collaboration & Leadership
  • Work closely with DevOps, application development, and infrastructure teams.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and developers.
• Documentation & Governance
  • Maintain architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and governance policies.
  • Establish and enforce cloud standards and best practices.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with at least 5 years focused on Microsoft Azure.
• Strong knowledge of Azure services (Compute, Storage, Networking, Security, Monitoring).
• Experience with Azure Active Directory, Azure DevOps, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, Ansible).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and microservices architecture.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and on-premises integration.
• Knowledge of cost management and FinOps principles.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent documentation and presentation skills.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly sits and does computer work.

Occasionally walks and stands.

Seldom/Never lifts up to 50 lbs.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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