Role title:Lead Azure Architect

Location:Remote

Experience:8+ years

About the Company:

At Marx Technology Consulting, we specialize in transforming businesses with cutting-edge cloud solutions. As an independent leader in Enterprise Architecture, we offer tailored IT consulting and architecture services, delivering powerful, vendor-neutral cloud strategies. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Azure Architect to design and implement innovative Azure-based solutions, driving digital transformation for our clients. Join a global team committed to simplifying complex technology landscapes and accelerating business agility across industries.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Azure Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performing Azure cloud solutions. As a Lead Azure Architect, you will be responsible for driving cloud adoption strategies, leading architectural designs, and ensuring the successful deployment and operation of Azure-based systems.

Responsibilities:

Architecture Design and Implementation

• Design and implement Azure cloud architectures that meet business requirements.
• Develop and maintain architectural blueprints, design specifications, and best practices.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective.

Cloud Strategy and Planning

• Drive cloud adoption strategies and guide the organization through the cloud transformation journey.
• Conduct cloud readiness assessments and create migration plans.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align cloud strategies with business objectives.

Technical Leadership

• Lead technical teams in the development and deployment of Azure solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in cloud architecture and deployment.

Security and Compliance

• Design and implement security controls and compliance frameworks for Azure environments.
• Monitor and manage security risks and vulnerabilities.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Performance Optimization

• Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of Azure solutions.
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting mechanisms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated with the latest Azure technologies and trends.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and methodologies.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of experience in IT, with a focus on cloud architecture and azure technologies.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing Azure cloud solutions.

Certifications

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification is highly preferred.
• Other relevant certifications (e.g., Azure DevOps Engineer, Azure Security Engineer) are a plus.

Required Skills:

• Deep understanding of Azure services (Compute, Storage, Networking, Security, etc.).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, ARM templates, Azure CLI, etc.).
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, etc.).

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.