Azure - Cloud and Data Centre Services Specialist

As a member of Hitachi Digital's HD IT team located in India, you will play a crucial role in designing and architecting end-to-end Azure cloud solutions. Your responsibilities will include leading cloud migration and modernization initiatives, defining and implementing landing zones, network architecture, identity models, and governance frameworks using tools like Azure Blueprints and Policy. You will be responsible for building and maintaining secure and high-availability cloud infrastructure using Azure-native services. Implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform will also be a key part of your role. Collaboration with DevOps, Security, and Application teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and compliance automation is essential to ensure the success of cloud initiatives. To excel in this role, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or have equivalent experience. A minimum of 2 years of experience in IT with 1-2 years of hands-on Azure architecture and engineering experience is required. Strong knowledge of core Azure services and an Identity and Access Administrator Associate certification are necessary qualifications. Familiarity with hybrid cloud architectures, VPN/ExpressRoute, on-prem to cloud integrations, and identity federation is expected. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential to engage with business stakeholders, developers, and security teams effectively. Preferred certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Security Engineer Associate, Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert, and TOGAF or other enterprise architecture certifications would be beneficial. At Hitachi Digital, you will be part of a global, diverse team of professional experts working on projects that promote Social Innovation through the One Hitachi initiative. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as integral to our culture and identity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our team. We offer industry-leading benefits, support, and services that prioritize your holistic health and wellbeing. Life balance is championed, and flexible arrangements are available based on your role and location. At Hitachi Digital, you will experience a sense of belonging and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you collaborate with talented individuals and share knowledge for mutual growth and success.,