Title | Azure Application Modernization Architect |
No. of Positions | 1 |
Type of Hire | Contract |
Work Authorization | Any |
Work Location | Downtown, Houston Texas |
12+ years of overall IT experience, with 6+ years in application assessment, architecture, and modernization in Azure
Strong experience analyzing legacy enterprise applications such as Java, .NET, Oracle, SQL Server, mainframe, and packaged applications.
Hands-on experience with application portfolio rationalization and modernization strategies such as re-host, re-platform, refactor, replace, and retire.
Ability to define target-state architectures using Azure-native services such as AKS, Azure App Service, Azure Functions, API Management, Logic Apps, Service Bus, and Event Grid.
Solid understanding of modern application architectures: APIs, microservices, containers, serverless, and DevOps practices
Experience with DevOps/DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions, and IaC tools such as Terraform.
Knowledge of data modernization options such as Azure SQL MI, Cosmos DB, Synapse, Data Factory, and Data Migration Service.
Familiarity with containerization & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm.
Strong knowledge of migration & modernization tools: Azure Migrate, App Service Migration Assistant, Data Migration Service, CAST Highlight.
Prefer: Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer, or TOGAF
Strong communication skills to work with application owners, business stakeholders, and cloud engineering teams.
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