Azure Cloud Architect

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We have an urgent below position .If you are interested, please share your updated resume with the rate expectation.

Role: Azure Cloud Architect

Location: Dallas, TX - Hybrid

Visa Status: GC/USC and GCEAD

Job description:

The Cloud Architect leads the design, implementation, and governance of primarily Azure-based infrastructure and services across a hybrid cloud environment including a limited AWS environment. This role ensures secure, scalable, and compliant cloud operations, emphasizing IaaS and PaaS models, automation, and collaboration with Cloud-Ops and enterprise data teams.

Key Responsibilities

· Architect secure and scalable Azure environments using hub-and-spoke topology, private endpoints, and managed identities.

· Design and document high-level and low-level architecture (HLD/LLD), SOPs, and RCA reports for Azure deployments.

· Lead modernization efforts, including migration from legacy systems to Azure-native services.

· Oversee Azure IaaS and PaaS services including Key Vault, Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks, Apache Spark, SQL MI, APIM, App Gateway, and App Services.

· Implement and enforce cloud security, cost management, and compliance protocols in coordination with cybersecurity teams.

· Collaborate with monitoring teams to triage alerts and ensure timely incident resolution.

· Support disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning (BCP) across Azure regions.

· Align cloud solutions with business goals through partnership with Infrastructure Architects, Cloud SMEs, and Service Delivery Managers.

· Provide architectural guidance to DevOps and application teams on CI/CD pipelines and Terraform code.

· Participate in technical evaluations and interviews for cloud resources.

· Troubleshoot complex failures and recommend solutions for third-party cloud platforms.

· Design and configure network connectivity across cloud regions.

· Create and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for cloud resource deployment and maintenance.

· Track cloud resources, costs, and cost attribution.

Required Skills & Experience

· 7+ years of experience in Azure cloud architecture and operations.

· Deep knowledge of Azure services: Compute, ADF, Key Vault, Blob Storage, Azure SQL MI, Databricks, APIM, App Gateway, App Service Plans, App Services, Function Apps, Logic Apps, AVD, Azure Backup, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics Workspace, App Insights.

· Experience with Terraform, Azure DevOps, and automation of infrastructure provisioning.

· Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, network security groups, VNets, network virtual appliances, and ExpressRoute.

· Familiarity with Microsoft Purview, Entra ID, and governance workflows.

Preferred Certifications

· Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

· Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

· ITIL Foundation or higher

Soft Skills

· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.

· Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.

· Ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.

Key Technologies

· Azure Core Services: Compute, Key Vault, Storage

· Data & Analytics: Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks, Apache Spark, SQL MI

· Security & Identity: Managed Identities, RBAC, Entra ID, Zero Trust Architecture

· Infrastructure & Networking: Hub-and-Spoke topology, Private Endpoints, NSGs, ExpressRoute, Virtual Network Appliances

· Automation & DevOps: Terraform, Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines

· Monitoring: Azure Monitor, Log Analytics Workspace, App Insights

· Governance & Compliance: Microsoft Purview, DR/BCP planning, cost management policies

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Thanks & Regards,

Anil Kumar

Raas Infotek Corporation.

262 Chapman Road, Suite 105A,

Newark, DE -19702

Direct No: 302-286-9932 Ext: 133

Email: [email protected]