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Azure Cloud Architect - abstra
Cloud Architect
Lead the design, deployment, and optimization of Azure-based cloud solutions, driving scalability, security, and cost efficiency through advanced DevOps practices and IaC tools.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and implement end‑to‑end Azure cloud solutions, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
- Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or equivalent, integrating automated testing and deployment.
- Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep, enabling repeatable and auditable deployments.
- Lead containerization initiatives, orchestrating Kubernetes clusters on Azure AKS, and optimize resource utilization.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define cloud strategy, migration plans, and cost‑management frameworks.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience designing and operating Azure cloud environments.
- Proficiency in Azure services (VMs, App Service, AKS, Azure Functions, Cosmos DB, etc.) and related security controls.
- Hands‑on experience with IaC tools (Terraform, ARM, Bicep) and CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong understanding of networking, identity, and governance in Azure.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor junior engineers.