Azure Architect

Role : Azure Architect

Location : Gr.Noida , Hyderabad, Pune

Job Summary:

Azure Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, optimization of enterprise cloud solutions. Must have expertise in Azure, Azure Red Hat OpenShift, FinOps, DevOps, and enterprise architecture (TOGAF). This role requires strong programming and automation skills, experience in large-scale IT transformation, and the ability to define the future strategy for IT infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-optimized cloud architectures on Azure.
• Lead the deployment and management of Azure Red Hat OpenShift clusters.
• Prepare comprehensive design documentation, including:
• HLD, LLD
• Architecture Decision Records
• Drive FinOps practices to ensure cloud cost transparency, accountability, and optimization.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to build CI/CD pipelines and automate infrastructure using tools like Terraform, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps.
• Develop automation scripts and tools using Python, Groovy, .NET, or PowerShell.
• Define and execute the future strategy for IT infrastructure, aligning with business goals and emerging technologies.
• Lead large-scale digital transformation initiatives across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Apply TOGAF principles to ensure architectural alignment with enterprise standards.
• Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and performance tuning.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and governance across cloud and infrastructure teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Cloud Architect with a strong focus on Azure and ARO.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps and IAC.
• Strong understanding of FinOps principles and cloud financial management.
• Experience in automation of infrastructure, operations, and deployments.
• Demonstrated success in large-scale IT transformation and modernization projects.
• Experience in preparing HLD, LLD, and technical design documentation.
• TOGAF certification or equivalent experience in enterprise architecture.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification.
• FinOps Certified Practitioner.
• Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud strategies (AWS, GCP).

Familiarity with GitOps and container security best practices