Azure Infrastructure Automation Architect (IaC)

Job Title:                     Azure Infrastructure Automation Architect (IaC) Location:                     Remote USA Position:                     6 – 12 Month Contract
Overview
TalentFish is casting a line for a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Architect (Azure, IaC, Terraform). This is  a remote contract opportunity with our premier client. As an Azure Infrastructure Architect, you will be assisting with the development of a new innovative cloud platform.

• Experience with Azure, IaC and Terraform is required.
• Qualified candidates will have demonstrated Cloud Infrastructure Architecture experience and excellent communication skills.
• You will work with the client team providing recommendations and helping with best practices for designing and implementing the new Cloud Platform Architecture.
• Experience with Azure, AWS, Google Could Platform.

What You Bring to the Role

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Professional certifications in Cloud Architecture and Engineering (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform).
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a cloud architecture role with a proven track record of successful cloud implementations.
• Deep understanding and experience with Cloud and Hybrid network architecture and design.
• Deep understanding and experience with IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and other cloud services models.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), with Terraform expertise required for this role.
• Proven ability to design, deploy, and manage Azure infrastructure entirely through IaC — no manual deployments.
• Experience with creating and maintaining reusable Terraform modules and automated deployment pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of cloud security protocols and best practices, including automation of security controls in IaC templates.
• Experience with Container platforms/tools and managing Kubernetes/CaaS clusters, preferably through IaC.
• Proficient in designing disaster recovery strategies, including automated failover and backup provisioning.
• Skilled in CI/CD pipeline creation for IaC deployments using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Terraform Cloud.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) for automation and orchestration.
• Relevant industry certifications preferred such as MS Azure Solutions Architect Expert, MS DevOps Engineer Expert, MS Cybersecurity Architect Expert, etc.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design, implementation, and continual optimization of cloud platform infrastructure.
• Architect and participate in building and maintaining highly available, secure, efficient, and scalable cloud infrastructures.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and best practices to continuously improve cloud infrastructure and operations.
• Influence the adoption of cloud services, providing expert guidance on cloud-native and cloud-first strategies.
• Lead the design and participate in the implementation of highly resilient, efficient and secure cloud and hybrid network architectures.
• Optimize cloud-based systems focusing on high availability, performance, scalability, security, and disaster recovery.
• Evaluate existing cloud infrastructures and work with technical teams to re-architect or improve them for better performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Work with platform engineers to troubleshoot and rectify performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and other operational challenges within the cloud environment.
• Drive a continuous innovation mindset, staying updated with the latest cloud technologies and trends, and integrating them into the infrastructure where appropriate.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product teams, Developers and Platform Engineers, to understand business and development requirements and work to architect modern, scalable cloud solutions that support both existing and future business applications.
• Work with development platform engineers to develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform.
• Collaborate with IT Security teams to review and update security policies and controls as well as develop and maintain incident response plans.
• Share successful strategies and insights gained with relevant teams to bolster our capability to evolve and adjust to dynamic requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members and stakeholders.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of the company's cloud architecture and procedures.
• Provide training and technical leadership to in-house teams, fostering a cloud-centric culture.
• Work with external partners and vendors to develop and optimize cloud solutions.

Compensation and Employment

This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. This is a minimum 6-month + contract with potential for conversion. The expected hourly rate for this position is $65 - $90 per hour W2, depending on experience and qualifications. This role qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include reference checks, education verification, employment verification, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.

TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible. At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity.