Azure Cloud Architect

Azure Cloud Solution Architect

An experienced Azure Cloud Solution Architect is sought to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise cloud environments. This individual will play a critical role in designing secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions that support business and operational objectives. The ideal candidate will bring expertise across cloud platforms, infrastructure automation, security, and cloud operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud architectures that meet performance, scalability, security, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and recommend cloud solutions.
• Deploy and manage cloud resources across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and other cloud platforms.
• Create technical architecture documentation, diagrams, and implementation plans.
• Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and Azure Resource Manager templates.
• Implement and maintain cloud security controls, governance policies, and access management practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry regulations and security requirements.
• Monitor and optimize cloud performance, availability, and resource utilization.
• Design and support backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions.
• Develop automation solutions to streamline provisioning, maintenance, and operational processes.
• Implement and support CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Provide technical guidance and cloud best practice recommendations to internal teams.
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend solutions that improve infrastructure and operations.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, IT Security, or a related field is preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of experience designing and implementing cloud solutions is required, with proven experience in enterprise cloud architecture and infrastructure management. Hands-on experience with On-Prem migration to Microsoft Azure is necessary.

Technical Skills: Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes is required. Proficiency with scripting and automation tools such as PowerShell and Python is necessary. A strong understanding of networking, virtualization, and cloud security principles is also required.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more certifications in Microsoft Azure, AWS, VMware, Cisco Technologies, Citrix XenApp, or Windows Server Administration.
• Azure & AWS Architecture
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM Templates)
• Cloud Security & Compliance
• Kubernetes & Docker
• CI/CD Pipeline Implementation
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Planning
• Virtualization Technologies
• Cloud Monitoring & Operations
• Technical Documentation & Solution Design

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.