Solutions Architect - EA (Azure)

Job Description Job Description Why CODEplus CODEplus is a software engineering and modernization company with over 31 years supporting federal agencies including DoD, NASA, DOE, NRC, and USPS. We combine the agility and innovation of a small business with mature engineering, Agile, and DevSecOps delivery practices to support mission-critical modernization efforts. Position Title: Solutions Architect – EA (Azure) Various position levels for each position: Junior-level – 2-3 years of experience Mid-level – 4-8 years of experience Senior-level – 10+ years of experience Location: Huntsville, AL (Hybrid/On-Site preferred, possibly remote) Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required Position Overview CODEplus is seeking a Solutions Architect – EA (Azure) to design, lead, and execute large-scale cloud modernization efforts for Department of Defense and federal customers. This role is ideal for a hands-on cloud architect with deep engineering expertise , who has led enterprise migrations, designed secure cloud platforms, and advised senior stakeholders on cloud strategy and transformation . You will serve as the technical authority for Azure architecture , driving solution design across complex, mission-critical environments , while actively contributing to implementation alongside Agile and DevSecOps teams. This position blends architecture leadership, hands-on engineering, and customer advisory , consistent with CODEplus’s engineering-first culture. Key Responsibilities Azure Architecture & Platform Design Lead architecture and design of enterprise-scale Azure solutions , including Azure Government and hybrid environments Design and implement Azure landing zones , multi-region architectures, and high-availability solutions Define reusable cloud patterns, reference architectures, and platform standards Architect solutions aligned with Well-Architected Framework principles (Azure CAF) , performance, cost optimization, and operational excellence Ensure compliance with DoD security requirements (IL4/IL5, RMF, Zero Trust, NIST 800-53) Cloud Modernization & Migration Lead large-scale cloud migrations and transformations , including legacy and cloud-native workloads Architect modernization approaches including: Rehosting, replatforming, and refactoring strategies Containerization and microservices (AKS) Serverless and event-driven architectures Support migration planning for 100+ application portfolios , including dependency mapping and sequencing Hands-on Engineering & DevSecOps Actively contribute to implementation, including: Infrastructure as Code ( Terraform, Bicep, ARM ) CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps automation Security automation and compliance enforcement Develop or guide development of automation scripts (Python, PowerShell) for infrastructure and operations Lead design reviews, code reviews, and ensure architectural integrity across deployments Agile Leadership & Technical Execution Provide technical leadership to Agile/SAFe teams , supporting PI planning, backlog refinement, and sprint execution Mentor engineers in cloud engineering, DevOps, and architecture best practices Resolve complex system-level challenges across performance, scalability, and security Customer Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as a trusted advisor to government customers and senior leadership Translate mission needs into technical strategy and cloud architecture decisions Deliver: Executive briefings Architecture diagrams Trade studies and decision papers Participate in TIMs, design reviews, and program governance Integration & Systems Engineering Lead integration across: Cloud services On-prem / hybrid environments External mission systems Collaborate across cybersecurity, networking, software, and systems engineering teams Cost, Risk & Program Support Support cloud cost modeling, optimization strategies , and trade-off analysis Identify technical risks and drive mitigation strategies Contribute to proposals, including: Architecture approaches Basis of Estimate (BOE) Technical volumes Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in STEM Deep, hands-on Azure architecture experience , including: Networking, identity (Entra ID), compute, storage, and security Azure Government or regulated cloud environments Demonstrated experience: Leading enterprise-scale cloud migrations or transformations Designing solutions across multi-region, high-availability environments Strong hands-on experience with: Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM) CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines Automation scripting ( Python, PowerShell ) Proven ability to: Lead technical teams Work directly with government customers Balance technical excellence, cost, and delivery timelines Strong communication skills with experience briefing senior stakeholders Preferred Qualifications Azure certifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Azure Security Engineer Azure DevOps Engineer Experience with: Azure Landing Zones / CAF implementation Containers and Kubernetes ( AKS ) Serverless (Functions, Event Grid, Service Bus) RMF / NIST 800-53 / FedRAMP Platform engineering and internal developer platforms Prior experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal programs Background in systems engineering, DevOps, or software engineering Experience with large-scale migrations (100+ workloads) Experience contributing to capture, proposals, or re-competes