Azure cloud architect

About the Role : We seek a highly skilled Azure Cloud Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions on Microsoft Azure. You will be responsible for architecting scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure to support our business applications and services.Key Responsibilities : Design and implement Azure cloud solutions to meet business requirements.Develop and maintain cloud architecture standards and best practices.Collaborate with development teams to ensure cloud solutions are aligned with application requirements.Conduct cloud readiness assessments and provide recommendations for cloud adoption.Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, cost, and security.Implement and manage CI / CD pipelines for automated deployments.Ensure compliance with security policies and industry regulations.Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services.Stay updated with the latest Azure services, features, and best practices.Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Proven experience as an Azure Cloud Architect or similar role.Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and Azure architecture.Proficiency in Azure services such as Azure Policies, Azure v Nets, Private Endpoints, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure RBAC and more.Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as ARM templates, Microsoft Bicep, Azure Resource Manager, and Terraform.Knowledge of networking, TCP / IP basics, security, and identity management in Azure.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Fluency in spoken and written English.Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert-AZ 305, ) are a plus.Preferred Skills : Experience with hybrid cloud environments.Familiarity with other cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud).Knowledge of Dev Ops practices and tools.Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.