Azure Software Architect (Remote)
9726 Old Bailes Rd, Suite 200, Fort Mill, SC 29707, United States
What You'll Do
- Design and implement Azure-based architectures for enterprise applications, data, and infrastructure.
- Develop scalable, secure, and cost-efficient solutions to meet current and future business needs.
- Provide architectural guidance to engineering and operations teams.
- Lead the adoption of Azure best practices, tools, and methodologies across the organization.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to define cloud strategies and roadmaps.
- Evaluate and recommend Azure services and third-party tools to optimize solutions.
- Establish governance frameworks, including Azure Policies, RBAC, and tagging strategies.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2.
- Design architectures with a focus on high availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization.
- Monitor and enhance system performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
- Lead cloud migration projects, including planning, execution, and risk management.
- Modernize legacy applications and systems for Azure compatibility using cloud-native technologies.
- Incorporate DevOps principles, including CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC), using tools like Terraform, Bicep, and Azure DevOps.
- Develop automated workflows for resource provisioning and management.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and security teams.
- Mentor junior architects and administrators on Azure technologies and solution design.
- Design, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and identity management.
- Monitor and optimize the performance and cost of Azure resources.
- Implement and maintain security best practices, including Azure Security Center, Azure Policy, and role-based access control (RBAC).
- Ensure compliance with organizational and industry-specific standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC).
- Develop and maintain automation scripts and templates (e.g., PowerShell, ARM, Bicep, Terraform) to streamline cloud operations.
- Automate routine tasks, such as resource provisioning, monitoring, and scaling.
- Set up and manage Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to ensure system health and performance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure services and applications.
- Design and implement backup strategies using Azure Backup and Recovery Services.
- Develop and test disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
- Configure and manage Azure Virtual Networks, VPNs, ExpressRoute, and load balancers.
- Ensure secure and reliable connectivity between on-premises and Azure environments.
- Work closely with developers, DevOps teams, and other stakeholders to provide Azure expertise and support.
- Mentor and train junior administrators on Azure best practices.
- Other duties as assigned
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 5+ years of IT experience, with at least 3 years specializing in Azure administration.
- Proven experience with Azure services, infrastructure-as-code tools, and cloud security.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (required).
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or other advanced certifications (preferred).
- Proficiency in PowerShell, Azure CLI, and automation tools like Terraform or ARM templates.
- Strong understanding of networking concepts (DNS, routing, firewalls).
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience with hybrid cloud solutions and migrations.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
- Adaptability to evolving cloud technologies and environments.
- Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to knowledge sharing.
Salary Range: $131,800 - 219,675 Annually
This hiring range is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the salary range of possible compensation at the time of the posting and is subject to change. The actual compensation offered will be determined by various factors, which may include a candidate’s education, training, experience, and geographic location.
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Tasks- Collaborate on cloud strategies
- Design azure architectures
- Ensure compliance
- Establish governance frameworks
- Evaluate azure services
- Implement cloud solutions
- Lead adoption of best practices
- Lead cloud migration projects
- Mentor junior staff
- Modernize legacy applications
- Monitor system performance
- Provide architectural guidance
- Resolve issues
Analytical Application Insights ARM Templates Automated Workflows Automation Scripts Azure Azure CLI Azure DevOps Azure Monitor Best Practices Bicep CI/CD Cloud solutions Communication Compliance Computer DevOps Disaster Recovery Documentation Enterprise IT GDPR Governance Frameworks High Availability HIPAA Infrastructure as Code Log Analytics Management Methodologies Mortgage servicing Networking Organizational Performance Optimization PowerShell Problem-solving Real Estate Risk Management Security Best Practices SOC 2 Solution Design Terraform Training Virtual Machines Virtual Networks
Experience5 years
EducationComputer Science Equivalent Equivalent work experience Information Technology Related Field
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