Azure Cloud Architect - Azure VMware

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Position Overview

The Azure Cloud Engineer will lead the design, deployment, and support of Azure VMware Solution (AVS) environments for law firms and other professional services clients. You’ll architect and manage scalable hybrid cloud infrastructures, enabling seamless integration between on-premises VMware workloads and Azure-native services.

Expect deep hands-on work in AVS components such as vSphere, vSAN, and NSX-T, along with Azure networking, identity, and storage. You’ll collaborate closely with client IT teams, often in high-uptime or regulated environments, to deliver secure, performant solutions that align with business needs.

Work Location

Desired work hours

What you’ll be responsible for

· Design and deploy Azure VMware Solution (AVS) environments for hybrid cloud infrastructure

· Migrate on-premises VMware workloads to AVS with minimal downtime and strong rollback plans

· Configure and manage vSphere, vSAN, and NSX-T within the AVS platform

· Integrate AVS with Azure services including networking, identity, storage, and monitoring

· Implement connectivity solutions such as ExpressRoute and site-to-site VPNs

· Support identity federation and access control using Azure AD and on-prem Active Directory

· Establish backup, disaster recovery, and high availability strategies within AVS

· Document architecture, client-specific configurations, and operational runbooks

Qualifications:

· 5+ years in infrastructure, cloud, or systems engineering roles, with 2+ years focused on VMware in Azure or hybrid cloud environments

· Deep hands-on experience with Azure VMware Solution (AVS), including deployment, management, and optimization

· Strong expertise in vSphere, vSAN, and NSX-T administration

· Solid understanding of Azure networking, including VNet peering, ExpressRoute, and Network Security Groups

· Experience integrating AVS with Azure AD, storage (Blob, Azure Files), and monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics)

· Familiarity with scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep)

· Proven ability to interface with clients, manage cross-functional expectations, and deliver in high-uptime environments

Nice to have

· PowerShell scripting skills for session host automation and diagnostics

· Experience with Nerdio Manager, Azure Lighthouse, or Windows 365

Certifications

o Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty

o Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

o Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

It's not expected that any single candidate would have expertise across all these areas. If you believe you meet a majority and are excited to learn what you do not already know, Please Apply!

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