Azure Integration Services (AIS) Architect

Job Title: Azure Integration Services (AIS) Architect
Location: Milwaukee, WI (3 Days onsite)
Duration: 12+ Months Contract to Hire
 
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