Dot Net Architect
Role: Dot Net ArchitectWork location: Nashville, TN (Onsite)Position Type : Contract Job Description:"We are seeking a highly experienced .NET Architect with strong Azure Cloud expertise to design, modernize, and migrate enterprise-scale applications. The role requires deep hands-on experience in application architecture, cloud-native design, infrastructure as code (IaC), and Azure cloud services, along with the ability to guide engineering teams and influence technical strategy.The ideal candidate will play a key role in application modernization, cloud migration, scalability, security, and DevOps enablement while ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and best practices.Key Responsibilities:Architecture & DesignDefine and own end-to-end enterprise application architecture based on .NET and AzureDesign scalable, secure, resilient, and high-performance cloud-native and hybrid solutionsCreate reference architectures, architectural blueprints, and design patternsEnsure adherence to SOLID principles, clean architecture and enterprise standardsAzure Cloud & InfrastructureArchitect and implement solutions using core Azure services, including:Azure App Services, Azure Functions, AKSAzure Virtual Machines, VNets, Load Balancerso Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Azure StorageAzure API Management, Azure Service Bus, Event GridDesign high availability, disaster recovery, and fault-tolerant architecturesDrive cost optimization, performance tuning, and capacity planning in AzureApplication Modernization & MigrationLead on-prem to Azure cloud migrations (re-host, re-platform, re-architect)Assess legacy .NET applications and define modernization strategiesPlan and execute monolith-to-microservices transformationsDefine migration roadmaps, risks, and mitigation strategiesInfrastructure as Code (IaC) & DevOpsImplement and govern IaC using TerraformCollaborate with DevOps teams to design CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub ActionsEnable automated deployments, environment provisioning, and configuration managementPromote DevSecOps practices including security scans and compliance checksSecurity & GovernanceDesign secure architecture following Azure Well-Architected FrameworkImplement Azure Active Directory, Managed Identities, Key Vault, RBACEnsure compliance with enterprise security, data protection, and regulatory standardsPerform threat modeling and security architecture reviewsTechnical Leadership & CollaborationAct as a technical mentor and thought leader for development teamsReview code, architecture designs, and technical proposalsCollaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and delivery managersProvide guidance during critical production issues and architectural decisionsWhat are the Mandatory skills and skill proficiencies required for this position?"Required Skills & QualificationsTechnical SkillsStrong hands-on experience with C#, .NET Core / .NET 6+Expertise in Azure Cloud ArchitectureExperience with microservices, REST APIs, and event-driven architecturesStrong knowledge of SQL Server, Azure SQL, Cosmos DBHands-on experience with IaC (ARM, Terraform)Experience with containerization (Docker) and Kubernetes (AKS)Strong understanding of DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud securityArchitecture & MethodologiesEnterprise architecture design experienceStrong knowledge of cloud design patternsExperience with Agile / Scrum methodologiesSoft SkillsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to influence and drive technical decisions across teamsLeadership mindset with a hands-on approachSkills C#, .Netcore - 4Microservices - 4Design, Solution Architecture - 4Authentication/ Authorization/ Security - 4Azure Cloud Services - 4CI/CD - 3Terraform - 2"What are the Optional skills and skill proficiencies for this position? "Preferred QualificationsExperience in large-scale enterprise or regulated environmentsExposure to multi-cloud or hybrid cloud architecturesExperience in Healthcare Industry and relevant security standards & regulatory compliance (HIPAA, HL7, FHIR)Azure Certifications (preferred):o Azure Solutions Architect ExpertPrefer candidates with- Healthcare industry experience- Application/DB migration to cloud experienceBest Regards,Bismillah Arzoo (AB)