Job Title : Azure Cloud Architect
Location : Bangalore / Gurgaon
Work Mode : Hybrid
Experience : 10+ Years (with minimum 5+ years in Cloud Architecture)
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Cloud Architect with proven expertise in managing large-scale cloud migration projects. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Azure and/or AWS platforms, a strong grasp of cloud migration strategies, and the ability to design, implement, and optimize enterprise-level cloud solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and delivery of large-scale cloud migration programs (Azure/AWS).
- Define cloud migration strategies and frameworks aligned with business and technology objectives.
- Evaluate existing on-premises systems and design optimized cloud-based architectures.
- Provide architectural leadership in networking, data management, application modernization, and security within Azure/AWS environments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, business stakeholders, and executives to drive successful cloud transformation initiatives.
- Ensure adherence to best practices, compliance standards, and governance frameworks.
- Leverage cloud-native tools such as Azure Migrate, Azure DevOps, ARM templates, Terraform, or equivalent AWS tools.
- Mentor technical teams and provide guidance on cloud adoption and solution design.
Requirements
- Extensive experience with Azure and/or AWS platforms with prior leadership in at least 2 large-scale cloud migration programs.
- Deep understanding of Azure/AWS cloud services, architectures, and design patterns.
- Strong expertise in cloud migration strategies, frameworks, and tools.
- Proficiency in networking, identity & access management, data management, application integration, and cloud security protocols.
- Hands-on experience with Azure Migrate, Azure DevOps, ARM templates, Terraform, or equivalent AWS services.
- Strong understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.
- Azure/AWS Architect certifications preferred (e.g., Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in multi-cloud strategy and hybrid cloud environments.
- Knowledge of Kubernetes, containers, and serverless architectures.
- Strong background in governance, compliance, and cost optimization for cloud environments.
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