Solution Architect (AWS to Azure Migration)

Solution Architect (AWS to Azure Migration)

Remote

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to lead the architecture and design of a large-scale cloud migration from Amazon Web Services (AWS) to Microsoft Azure.

This role will be responsible for defining the target-state Azure architecture, guiding REST API and microservices design, ensuring cloud-native best practices, and leading the modernization of applications during migration.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience in both AWS and Azure ecosystems, API architecture, distributed systems, and enterprise integration patterns.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Migration Architecture

• Define end-to-end migration strategy (Rehost, Replatform, Refactor)
• Design Azure landing zone and governance model
• Architect high-availability, scalable, and secure Azure environments
• Assess current AWS workloads and define Azure equivalents

REST API & Microservices Architecture

• Define API-first architecture strategy
• Establish REST API standards (security, versioning, throttling, observability)
• Design microservices architecture patterns
• Guide development teams building APIs
• Implement API gateway strategy using Azure API Management

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience with 5+ years in Solution Architecture
• Strong hands-on experience in both AWS and Azure
• Proven experience leading AWS → Azure migration programs
• Deep understanding of RESTful API architecture
• Experience with microservices and container platforms
• Strong knowledge of networking, security, and cloud governance
• Experience in enterprise integration patterns

Best Regards,
Praveen