Cloud Migration/ Associate Architect(Azure/AWS)

Experience Level - 4 to 12 years relevant

Role Description

We are seeking a skilled Cloud Migration/Associate Architect (Azure/AWS) for an on-site, full-time role based in Chennai. The Associate Architect will be responsible for designing cloud architectures, leading migration projects, managing integrations, and ensuring robust architectural designs to meet client needs. The role includes active collaboration with development and project management teams to deliver efficient and scalable solutions. Proactive involvement in client requirements, problem-solving, and innovative solution-building are integral to this position.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Architecture and Architectural Design for cloud-native and hybrid solutions
• Proficiency in Azure and AWS platforms.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and excellent communication skills
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate are a plus

Responsibilities

1. Cloud Architecture & Design

Assist in designing Azure/AWS architectures for applications, databases, and infrastructure workloads.

Support the creation of high-level and low-level design documents.

Participate in Well-Architected Framework reviews to ensure best practices in reliability, performance, security, cost optimization, and operational excellence.

2. Implementation & Deployment

Configure and deploy Azure/AWS services .

Support Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or CDK.

Assist with network architecture including VPC design, VPN, Transit Gateway, and Direct Connect.

3. Migration & Modernization

Support on-premises to Azure/AWS migrations for servers, applications, and databases.

Work with migration tools such as Azure Migrate/Azure Site Recovery/AWS Migration Hub, Application Migration Service, DMS.

Assist in application refactoring, containerization, and serverless adoption.

4. Security & Compliance

Implement Azure/AWS security best practices for IAM, encryption, and monitoring.

Assist with compliance frameworks like ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR.

Support cloud governance including tagging strategies, budgets, and cost control.

5. Collaboration & Documentation

Work with cross-functional teams including developers, network engineers, and DevOps teams.

Maintain detailed technical documentation for solutions delivered.

• Assist in client presentations, POCs, and workshops.
• The Associate Architect/Cloud Migration Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud solutions on Azure/Amazon Web Services. This role involves working closely with clients, project managers, and technical teams to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective Azure/AWS architectures. The Associate Architect/Migration Engineer will support large-scale migrations, modernization initiatives, and cloud governance implementation under the guidance of senior architects.