Azure Cloud Architect - Azure VMware

Position: Azure Cloud Architect - Azure VMware

Work hours – US Business Hours (Approx. 7:00pm – 3:30am)

Work Location – Remote

Job Description:

· 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:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate