Cloud Architect

As a Senior Cloud Solution Architect at our company located in Noida (Sec-132), you will be responsible for leading the design and architecture of cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. Your key responsibilities will include: - Leading the design and architecture of cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure, including infrastructure, platform services, and security solutions. - Working directly with stakeholders and clients to understand their business needs, goals, and challenges, translating them into scalable and efficient cloud architectures. - Architecting and implementing end-to-end cloud solutions, leveraging services such as Azure Compute, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Azure Security, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). - Utilizing Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Terraform, and Azure DevOps to automate cloud infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management. - Leading cloud migration projects from on-premises environments or other cloud platforms to Azure, ensuring a smooth transition while optimizing for performance, cost, and security. - Designing and implementing secure cloud architectures adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2. - Continuously monitoring, optimizing, and ensuring high availability and scalability of Azure-based solutions, addressing performance bottlenecks and cost optimization opportunities. - Collaborating with development, operations, and security teams to implement cloud-based solutions that meet business requirements while ensuring efficient deployment and operation. - Providing technical leadership to junior architects and engineers, mentoring and guiding them in best practices, architecture patterns, and Azure technologies. - Continuously exploring and evaluating new Azure services and technologies, assessing how they can enhance existing solutions and deliver additional value to clients. - Creating detailed architectural designs, implementation plans, and documentation to ensure solutions are repeatable and maintainable. Defining and promoting cloud adoption best practices within the organization. - Developing strategies for cloud cost optimization, ensuring the most efficient use of resources while aligning with business objectives. Required Qualifications: - Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. - 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture and solution design, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience working with Microsoft Azure. - Extensive experience in designing and deploying enterprise-level solutions using Azure services. - Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), with proficiency in tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Azure DevOps pipelines. - Deep understanding of cloud security best practices, networking in cloud environments, and compliance frameworks. - Proven experience in cloud migration strategies, including hybrid cloud models and multi-cloud architectures. - Strong understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software development practices. - Experience with monitoring and cost management tools such as Azure Monitor, Azure Cost Management, and Application Insights. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Proven leadership experience, with a track record of mentoring and guiding junior architects and engineers.,