Contractor Cloud Solutions Architect (Azure)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Architectural Design: Develop and implement scalable Azure solutions tailored to the needs of the Mainframe Transformation project.
• Technical Expertise: Leverage strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including .NET Core, C#, MS SQL Server, Azure DevOps, and SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of Azure solutions with existing systems and applications, including those based on C#, SQL Server, and ASP.NET MVC.
• DevOps Practices: Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to automate deployments and streamline development workflows.
• Custom Integrations: Design and manage custom integrations within Azure environments to enhance application functionality (MuleSoft, Go-Anywhere, SFTP etc.)
• Performance Optimization: Enhance assigned applications, address production issues, and ensure optimal performance of Azure solutions.
• ETL Processes: Utilize SSIS for developing and maintaining ETL processes to facilitate data migration and transformation between systems. (Nice to have)
• Infrastructure Management: Maintain Azure infrastructure for both production and non-production environments, ensuring optimal performance and availability. (Nice to have)
• Risk Management: Construct risk assessments and remediation plans for complex service proposals and advanced technologies.
• Environment Setup: Utilize Azure templates to create and configure new environments efficiently.
• Network Understanding: Understand and manage Azure networking concepts to ensure secure and reliable connectivity between resources.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, process flows, and design specifications.
• Subject Matter Expert: Act as a trusted advisor for technical services, providing insights and guidance to both internal and external stakeholders.

Required Skills:

• Experience with Microsoft technologies such as Visual Studio, SQL Server, and ASP.NET MVC
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high-quality work in a dynamic environment
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks at once and meet deadlines
• Extensive skill in effective verbal and written communications with stakeholders
• At least six [6] years of hands-on experience in Azure architecture and related technologies
• At least six [6] years of experience in Azure DevOps, including writing CI/CD pipelines
• At six years [6] years of experience in software development using C#
• At least Six [6] years of experience in .NET Core development, working in a team environment
• Proven technical leadership skills and ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders