{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"11935a89bc7ebbbd2e16b115","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/11935a89bc7ebbbd2e16b115","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/11935a89bc7ebbbd2e16b115","title":"Azure Cloud Architect","description":"Experience Required:12+ Years Overall IT Experience with 7+ Years in Azure Cloud Architecture\r\nPosition OverviewSeeking a highly skilled and experienced Azure Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, governance, and optimization of enterprise-scale cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud architecture, infrastructure modernization, security, automation, DevOps, and hybrid cloud environments. This role will work closely with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, application teams, cybersecurity teams, and operations teams to design scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud solutions that align with strategic technology roadmap.\r\nThe candidate should possess strong technical leadership capabilities and experience driving large-scale cloud transformation initiatives within complex enterprise environments.\r\nKey ResponsibilitiesCloud Strategy & ArchitectureDefine and implement Azure cloud architecture standards, governance frameworks, and best practices.\r\nDevelop enterprise cloud adoption strategies, migration roadmaps, and modernization initiatives.\r\nDesign highly available, resilient, and scalable cloud solutions aligned with business requirements.\r\nProvide architecture guidance for cloud-native and hybrid-cloud solutions.\r\nLead cloud architecture reviews and ensure compliance with enterprise standards.\r\nAzure Infrastructure & Platform ServicesArchitect and implement Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions.\r\nDesign and manage:Azure Virtual Networks\r\nAzure Landing Zones\r\nAzure ExpressRoute\r\nAzure VPN Gateways\r\nAzure Load Balancers\r\nAzure Application Gateway and WAF\r\nAzure DNS\r\nAzure Storage ServicesCreate multi-region and disaster recovery architectures.\r\nCloud Migration & ModernizationAssess existing on-premises environments and create migration strategies.\r\nLead migration of applications, databases, and infrastructure to Azure.\r\nDesign cloud-native solutions leveraging:Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)\r\nAzure App Services\r\nAzure Functions\r\nAzure Container Apps\r\nAzure Logic AppsDrive modernization of legacy applications and infrastructure.\r\nSecurity & ComplianceImplement Azure security architecture aligned with Zero Trust principles.\r\nDesign and manage:Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)\r\nConditional Access\r\nPrivileged Identity Management (PIM)\r\nAzure Key Vault\r\nMicrosoft Defender for Cloud\r\nMicrosoft 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business continuity planning.\r\nLeadership & Stakeholder ManagementServe as the cloud subject matter expert for Azure technologies.\r\nMentor engineers, administrators, and junior architects.\r\nCollaborate with security, networking, application, infrastructure, and business teams.\r\nPresent architecture recommendations to executive leadership and technical governance boards.\r\nRequired QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.\r\nMaster's degree preferred.\r\nExperience12+ years of overall IT experience.\r\n7+ years of hands-on experience designing Azure cloud solutions.\r\nExperience leading enterprise cloud transformation programs.\r\nExperience with hybrid cloud and large-scale enterprise environments.\r\nStrong understanding of cloud governance and security frameworks.\r\nTechnical SkillsAzure ServicesAzure Virtual Machines\r\nAzure Kubernetes Service (AKS)\r\nAzure App Services\r\nAzure 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platforms.\r\nFamiliarity with AI/ML, Data Analytics, and Azure OpenAI services.\r\nExperience implementing Landing Zones using Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF).\r\nCertifications (Required/Preferred)RequiredMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)\r\nPreferredAzure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)\r\nAzure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)\r\nAzure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)\r\nCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)\r\nTOGAF Certification\r\nCISSP#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"TechDigital Group","rawCompany":"techdigital group","city":"Milpitas","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-10T01:16:44.474Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"},{"code":"15-1241.00","title":"Computer Network 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The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud architecture, infrastructure modernization, security, automation, DevOps, and hybrid cloud environments. This role will work closely with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, application teams, cybersecurity teams, and operations teams to design scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud solutions that align with strategic technology roadmap.\r\nThe candidate should possess strong technical leadership capabilities and experience driving large-scale cloud transformation initiatives within complex enterprise environments.\r\nKey ResponsibilitiesCloud Strategy & ArchitectureDefine and implement Azure cloud architecture standards, governance frameworks, and best practices.\r\nDevelop enterprise cloud adoption strategies, migration roadmaps, and modernization initiatives.\r\nDesign highly available, resilient, and scalable cloud solutions aligned with business requirements.\r\nProvide architecture guidance for cloud-native and hybrid-cloud solutions.\r\nLead cloud architecture reviews and ensure compliance with enterprise standards.\r\nAzure Infrastructure & Platform ServicesArchitect and implement Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions.\r\nDesign and manage:Azure Virtual Networks\r\nAzure Landing Zones\r\nAzure ExpressRoute\r\nAzure VPN Gateways\r\nAzure Load Balancers\r\nAzure Application Gateway and WAF\r\nAzure DNS\r\nAzure Storage ServicesCreate multi-region and disaster recovery architectures.\r\nCloud Migration & ModernizationAssess existing on-premises environments and create migration strategies.\r\nLead migration of applications, databases, and infrastructure to Azure.\r\nDesign cloud-native solutions leveraging:Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)\r\nAzure App Services\r\nAzure Functions\r\nAzure Container Apps\r\nAzure Logic AppsDrive modernization of legacy applications and infrastructure.\r\nSecurity & ComplianceImplement Azure security architecture aligned with Zero Trust principles.\r\nDesign and manage:Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)\r\nConditional Access\r\nPrivileged Identity Management (PIM)\r\nAzure Key Vault\r\nMicrosoft Defender for Cloud\r\nMicrosoft SentinelEnsure compliance with enterprise security policies and regulatory requirements.\r\nConduct architecture security reviews and risk assessments.\r\nDevOps & AutomationDesign CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.\r\nImplement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using:Terraform\r\nBicep\r\nARM TemplatesAutomate provisioning, monitoring, and operational tasks.\r\nSupport SRE and cloud operations teams in automation initiatives.\r\nCost Management & GovernanceEstablish Azure governance and resource management frameworks.\r\nImplement tagging standards and cost allocation models.\r\nOptimize Azure spend through FinOps practices.\r\nMonitor cloud consumption and recommend cost-reduction strategies.\r\nMonitoring & Operational ExcellenceDesign enterprise monitoring solutions using:Azure Monitor\r\nLog Analytics\r\nApplication Insights\r\nMicrosoft SentinelEnsure observability, performance monitoring, and operational readiness.\r\nSupport disaster recovery and business continuity planning.\r\nLeadership & Stakeholder ManagementServe as the cloud subject matter expert for Azure technologies.\r\nMentor engineers, administrators, and junior architects.\r\nCollaborate with security, networking, application, infrastructure, and business teams.\r\nPresent architecture recommendations to executive leadership and technical governance boards.\r\nRequired QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.\r\nMaster's degree preferred.\r\nExperience12+ years of overall IT experience.\r\n7+ years of hands-on experience designing Azure cloud solutions.\r\nExperience leading enterprise cloud transformation programs.\r\nExperience with hybrid cloud and large-scale enterprise environments.\r\nStrong understanding of cloud governance and security frameworks.\r\nTechnical SkillsAzure ServicesAzure Virtual Machines\r\nAzure Kubernetes Service (AKS)\r\nAzure App Services\r\nAzure Functions\r\nAzure Storage Accounts\r\nAzure SQL Database\r\nAzure Cosmos DB\r\nAzure Data Factory\r\nAzure Synapse Analytics\r\nAzure Networking Services\r\nIdentity & SecurityMicrosoft Entra ID\r\nAzure AD Connect\r\nPIM\r\nAzure Key Vault\r\nMicrosoft Defender for Cloud\r\nMicrosoft Sentinel\r\nRBAC\r\nZero Trust Architecture\r\nInfrastructure as Code & AutomationTerraform\r\nBicep\r\nARM Templates\r\nPowerShell\r\nAzure CLI\r\nPython\r\nDevOpsAzure DevOps\r\nGitHub Enterprise\r\nCI/CD Pipelines\r\nContainerization\r\nDocker\r\nKubernetes\r\nMonitoring & ObservabilityAzure Monitor\r\nApplication Insights\r\nLog Analytics\r\nSplunk (Preferred)\r\nPreferred QualificationsExperience in semiconductor manufacturing, high-tech engineering, or global enterprise environments.\r\nExperience supporting large-scale global infrastructure environments.\r\nKnowledge of enterprise networking and security architecture.\r\nExperience integrating Azure with ServiceNow, ITSM, and Enterprise Monitoring platforms.\r\nFamiliarity with AI/ML, Data Analytics, and Azure OpenAI services.\r\nExperience implementing Landing Zones using Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF).\r\nCertifications (Required/Preferred)RequiredMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)\r\nPreferredAzure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)\r\nAzure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)\r\nAzure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)\r\nCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)\r\nTOGAF Certification\r\nCISSP#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-10-10T01:16:44.474Z","dateModified":"2026-10-10T01:16:44.474Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"TechDigital Group","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Milpitas","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"11935a89bc7ebbbd2e16b115"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/11935a89bc7ebbbd2e16b115"}}